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Elon Musk wants to put a satellite catapult on the moon. It's not a new idea

Elon Musk isn't the first person to propose the use of mass drivers on the moon. He's following in the footsteps of space visionary Gerard O'Neill, who floated the idea back in 1974.

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Too many satellites? Earth’s orbit is on track for a catastrophe – but we can stop it

On January 30 2026, SpaceX filed an application with the US Federal Communications Commission for a megaconstellation of up to one million satellites to power data centres in space.

The Conversation

Why Did Ganga Endure the Curse and Become a River of Redemption?

One of the most beloved and mysterious characters in Hindu mythology is the goddess Ganga. Her descent from the sky to Earth was not random; rather, it was molded by a curse and a larger cosmic purpose. She is revered as a mother, a purifier, and a celestial power. Why…

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Planets, constellations and more: Here's what to look out for around the new moon this week

Grab your telescope and join us on a sightseeing tour, before the moon returns to spoil the fun!

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Teen Russian figure skater with controversial coach makes Winter Olympics debut

Adeliia Petrosian performed to a Michael Jackson medley that including ‘Earth Song’ and ‘They Don’t Care About Us’ on Monday.

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A ground breaking discovery: Scientists find new sources of moonquakes that could impact lunar landings

The findings could have implications for NASA’s Artemis program, which aims to returns Americans to the lunar surface for the first time in over 50 years

The Independent UK

Origins of ‘gravity hole’ over Antarctica finally unveiled

Researchers found that shifting gravity patterns may have encouraged the growth of Antarctica’s huge ice sheets

The Independent UK

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Our adorable, noodle-like ancestor had 4 eyes, half-a-billion-year-old fossils reveal

The earliest recorded vertebrates had four eyes to escape predators in the ancient Cambrian ocean, according to half-a-billion-year-old fossils from China that shed light on our evolutionary origins.

LiveScience

Solar eclipse appears in the sky – but is visible mostly to penguins

Eclipse was only total over Antarctica

The Independent UK

The Peace-Athabasca Delta is at risk. Here’s what we can do to evaluate the threats

River deltas are among the most complex and productive environments on Earth. Yet, they face serious threats from upstream industrialization and climate change, which alter supplies of water, sediment and contaminants. Even deltas distant from densely populated and industrialized areas are not immune to these stressors.

The Conversation

NASA will fuel up its Artemis 2 moon rocket for the 2nd time on Feb. 19. Will it leak again?

NASA will try again to fuel up its Artemis 2 moon rocket on Feb. 19. If all goes well, the crewed mission could launch as soon as March 6.

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Study suggests nearby alien civilisations are highly improbable

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Moon sighting is a key part of Muslim life – how the lunar cycle determines the start of Ramadan and Eid

Each year as Ramadan approaches, more than 2 billion Muslims around the world prepare for a month of fasting, prayer and communality. But Ramadan does not begin on the same day everywhere in the world.

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Lasers beam 'artificial stars' above Chile | Space photo of the day for Feb. 17, 2026

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A 'ring of fire' just appeared in the sky over Antarctica. Here's what happened during today's annular solar eclipse

An annular eclipse swept over a remote corridor of Antarctica on Feb. 17.

The Independent UK

India to host Prince William’s Earthshot Prize for first time this year

Annual prize awards £1m each to five winners for designing solutions aimed at tackling climate and nature crisis

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When Fear Strikes, They Fold: Animals That Curl Into A Ball To Stay Alive

Nature has taught some of its most vulnerable creatures a powerful lesson. When you cannot outrun danger, disappear into yourself. Across forests, deserts, and grasslands, several animals survive not by attacking or fleeing, but by curling into a tight, protective ball. This simple motion turns soft bodies into armored shields…

The Times of India

“Not one single person on earth…”: MrBeast claims no creator has worked harder than him and the internet is divided

MrBeast sparked debate after claiming no one has spent more time making YouTube videos than him over the past 15 years. He said he reinvested earnings into bigger productions while prioritizing quality. He also revealed spending over $1 million on compliance teams to ensure fairness in challenges, reinforcing his commitment…

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Vanishing lakes in Tibet may have triggered earthquakes by awakening faults in Earth's crust

Shrinking lakes in Tibet likely woke up long-dormant tectonic faults, a new study finds. The findings strengthen the link between climate change and earthquakes

The Independent UK

Could alien signals have already reached Earth undetected?

If advanced alien civilisations exist and have contacted Earth, they are more likely rare, scientists say

Space

The Artemis 1 moon mission had a heat shield issue. Here’s why NASA doesn’t think it will happen again on Artemis 2

The Orion capsule's heat shield had issues during the uncrewed Artemis 1 moon mission in late 2022. Here are the steps NASA has taken to prevent them from recurring on Artemis 2.

Times Life

The Curse That Stopped Brahma’s Worship Forever

In hindu mythology Brahma is known as the creator of the universe, along with Vishnu who is the protector of earth and Shiva who brings transformation and destruction to the earth. He is the part of the sacred trimurti. But if you look here you will find temples of Vishnu…

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Hidden beauty of Zimbabwe's 2.5 billion-year-old 'geological marvel' revealed in striking astronaut photo — Earth from space

A 2010 astronaut photo shows off the astonishing scale of the Great Dyke of Zimbabwe, which stretches over 340 miles (550 kilometers). The lengthy structure, which is not actually a dike, is full of extremely valuable minerals that fuel a massive mining industry.

Times Life

5 Rivers from the Mahabharata That Teach Us About Life and Karma

“गङ्गे च यमुने चैव गोदावरी सरस्वति । नर्मदे सिन्धु कावेरी जलेऽस्मिन् सन्निधिं कुरु ॥” This ancient shloka is still recited in homes and temples across India. In a single prayer, it invokes the presence of sacred rivers in a handful of water. That simple act reveals something profound. In Indian…

The Times of India

‘Lost ancient city’ from Alexander the Great’s Empire discovered in Iraq with hidden streets and temples beneath the sands

Deep in the deserts of Iraq, the lost city of Charax Spasinou has finally been found. It seems it had been hiding under the Earth for more than a millennium. Experts say the city was one of Alexander the Great’s final ambitious settlements. As reported by Archaeology News, once a…

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