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The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 61*A successful test of the new Phoenix rocket engineGilmour Space Technologies says it’s still aiming to undertake an orbital test flight of its Eris rocket from Queensland’s new Bowen spaceport before the end of this year. The confirmation follows a successful full mission duration test firing of its new Phoenix liquid fuelled rocket engine.*Why Uranus and Neptune are coloured differentlyAstronomers may finally have worked out why the solar systems two ice giants Uranus and Neptune have different colours. Neptune and Uranus have much in common — they have similar masses, sizes, and atmospheric compositions — yet their appearances are notably different.*A mysterious new type of magnetic wave discovered in the Earth’s coreScientists have discovered a mysterious new type of magnetic wave that sweeps across the outermost part of Earth's outer core every seven years. The newly discovered magnetic wave sweeps across the surfac

SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 60*Strange new readings from Voyager 1 in interstellar spaceWhile the Voyager 1 spacecraft continues to return science data and otherwise operate as normal, the mission team is searching for the source of a system data issue.*Artemis 1 to return to the launch pad.NASA are looking at rolling the Artemis 1 SLS-Space Launch System Moon rocket and Orion spacecraft out of the Vehicle Assembly Building and back to launch pad 39B at the Kennedy Space Centre in Florida later this month for another attempt at a wet dress rehearsal.*New satellite manufacturing hubs to be built in Sydney and CanberraPlans have been announced for two new satellite manufacturing facilities in Sydney and Canberra.*June SkywatchProcyon – the brightest star in Canis Minor, the bloated aging red giant Arcturus, the red super giant Antares, and the June solstice are among the highlights of the night skies on June Skywatch….Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: https://spac

SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 59*The Sun as you've never seen it beforePowerful flares, breathtaking views across the solar poles, and a curious solar "hedgehog" are among the treasure-trove of spectacular images and data returned by the European Space Agency’s Solar Orbiter spacecraft following its first close approach to the Sun.*The end is near for NASA's Mars InSight landerDropping power levels are likely to bring an end to NASA’s Mars insight lander mission before the end of the year.*The mysterious origins of the dwarf planet CeresA new study claims the largest main belt asteroid – the dwarf planet Ceres -- was likely formed in coldest part of the Solar System and then flung into its current orbit between Mars and Jupiter.*The Science ReportNew study shows more than one in ten people may be conscious during general anesthesia.Half of patients hospitalised with COVID in Wuhan still have lingering symptoms two years later.Palaeontologists discover the fossilized remains of a new species of Dinosaur in Japan

SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 58*Has an ancient doorway been found on Mars – well no!NASA’s Mars Curiosity rover has taken an image of what looks like a doorway leading into a secret alien temple hidden in a cliff face on the red planet.*The largest asteroid to approach Earth this yearThe Earth has just been visited by the largest asteroid to approach the planet this year.*Starliner completes its second orbital test flightAfter a string of failures and other technical issues Boeing has successfully completed the second orbital test flight of NASA’s new Starliner CST-100 spacecraft.*The Science ReportConcern continuing to mount globally over the increasing number of cases of Monkeypox.Vaccinated people who catch COVID tend to spread less virus.Archaeologists discover vibrantly-coloured frescoes in an ancient temple at Esna.Skeptic's guide to manmade weather eventsListen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen For more SpaceTime and sho

SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 57*Do black holes flip their poles?Astronomers have just witnessed a rare and enigmatic event which may be the first evidence of a supermassive black hole flipping its poles and reversing polarity.*Surprising changes in Neptune's temperaturesAstronomers say they can’t explain surprising temperature changes observed in the atmosphere of the planet Neptune.*NASA’s SpaceX crew 3 mission returns safely to EarthFour NASA’s SpaceX Crew-3 astronauts aboard the Dragon spacecraft Endurance have returned safely to Earth splashing down in the Gulf of Mexico off the coast of Florida.*The Science ReportOver a fifth of the worlds reptile species facing imminent extinction.Espresso coffee affects men's cholesterol differently to that of women.New study shows a dog’s breed has less influence on its personality than you might think.Skeptic's guide to who is most likely to believe in the paranormalThe Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast

The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 56*The biggest Marsquake ever recordedAstronomers have detected the largest marsquake ever recorded on the red planet.*Psyche mission moves closer to launchNASA’s Psyche spacecraft is now undergoing final processing at the Kennedy Space Center prior to its launch to the asteroid Psyche in August.*A survivor discovered in a massive supernova blastAstronomers have discovered a surviving companion star in aftermath of a massive supernova explosion.*The Science ReportBlood tests could eventually replace skin biopsies to look for signs of skin cancer.Two thirds of Australian’s say cigarette sales should be ended.A new study warns that too much cell phone use could affect sperm's ability to move.Alex on Tech looks at a drop in global PC sales and what are NFTs?Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen For more SpaceTime and show links: https://linkt

The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 55*First image of the Milky Way’s central black holeAstronomers have unveiled the first ever direct image of Sagittarius A* the supermassive black hole at the centre of our Milky Way galaxy.*History and dark matter in the Milky Way GalaxyA new study exploring the formation history of the Milky Way is also revealing new details about the dark matter halo enveloping the galaxy.*May 19 launch date for StarlinerNASA and Boeing have announced May 19 as the potential launch date for the long delayed Starliner spacecraft.*The Science ReportWarnings that climate change will increase human exposure to new virus and disease species.New study looks at the ideal amount of sleep you should have.A new species of theropod dinosaur discovered in Argentina.Skeptic's guide to Pentagon investigation into Unexplained Aerial Phenomena.Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: https://spacetimewithstuartgar

SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 54*Scientists want to probe UranusAstronomers are recommending a new mission to explore the ice giant Uranus.The push comes thanks to a planetary alignment which would allow a spacecraft to slingshot there in 2031.*The James Webb Space Telescope is now in full focusNASA’s James Webb Space Telescope is now in full alignment and ready for commissioning.*The SOFIA flying telescope grounded for goodSome sad news with NASA and the German Aerospace Center DLR ending operations of the SOFIA flying telescope.*May SkywatchWe explore the constellation Scorpius, the spectacular M6 and M7 open star clusters and the Eta-Aquarids meteor shower produced by Halley’s Comet in the May edition of Skywatch.Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen For more SpaceTime and show links: https://linktr.ee/biteszHQ If you love this podcast, please get someone else to listen to. Thank you…To become a SpaceTime supporter and unl

SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 53*Why the Moon’s near and far sides look so differentA new study supports earlier claims that the dichotomy between the lunar near and far side was caused by a colossal ancient impact billions of years ago.*The Large Hadron Collider restarts operationsAfter a break of over three years the world’s largest atom smasher -- the Large Hadron Collider at CERN -- is once again sending beams of proton packets around its 27 kilometre underground ring.*Axiom Space crew return to EarthThe SpaceX Axiom- Ax-1 space tourism flight to the International Space Station has ended safely with the team splashing down in the North Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Florida.*Busy times aboard the International Space Station with the arrival of crew 4Just a few days after the Axiom AX-1 team left the International space station -- NASA’s SpaceX Crew-4 Dragon capsule has successfully docked to the orbiting outpost’s Harmony module brings new crew members aboard.*The Science ReportSeven different physical cha

The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 52*A new type of stellar explosionAstronomers have discovered a new kind of stellar explosion that could be commonplace in the universe and may change our understanding of how eruptions in stars occur.*Rocket lab catches an Electron in mid airRocket Lab has successfully undertaken the mid-air helicopter capture of a New Zealand Electron rocket following its launch – almost.*First solar eclipse for 2022South America and the Antarctic have witnessed the first solar eclipse of the year with the Moon partially blocking out the Sun in an arc sweeping from the Pacific to the Atlantic Ocean.*The Science ReportScientists have confirmed that the past summer was the hottest on record in Europe.How to reduce cancer risk in seniors by as much as 61 percent.Discovery of what appear to be medieval hand grenades dating back to the Crusades.Skeptic's guide to the pseudoscience of de-vaccination.Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast a

SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 51*Solar storm triggers radio blackouts in AustraliaA severe X1.1 class solar flare erupting from the surface of the Sun has caused strong shortwave radio blackouts across Australia, the Western Pacific and eastern Asia over the Easter holidays.*Linking the cosmic web with stellar formationAstronomers have identified cold streams of star forming gas flowing into galaxies from the intergalactic medium.*Why Jupiter’s moon Io has such splendid dunesScientists have long wondered how Jupiter’s volcanic moon, Io, has meandering ridges as grand as any that can be seen in movies like “Dune.”*The Science ReportGrim warnings that bees are at risk of decline due to climate change.A new study has found that kids with prolonged COVID-19 symptoms likely to be less active.Half the world’s population affected by a headache disorder every year,Skeptic's guide to the love frequency.Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/l

The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 50*Seafloor spreading slowing downA new study claims that sea floor spreading of the Earth’s tectonic plates along the planet’s mid ocean ridges has been slowing down.*Discovery of the hottest rock on EarthGeologists in Canada have confirmed the discovery of what was once the hottest rock on Earth.*Confirmation that the Milky Way’s disk isn’t flat but curved and warped Astronomers have used thousands of variable stars to develop a three dimensional map of a quadrant of the Milky Way confirming the galaxy’s disk is not flat but curved in shape like a S.*The Science ReportPeople with heart problems at risk of developing more severe COVID.A new study looking at the sleeping issues of people living near wind farms.A previously presumed extinct species of Victorian Orchid rediscovered in New South Wales.Alex on Tech Sky Muster faces the Starlink challenge.Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen

The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 49*Why Venus rotates so slowly and in the wrong directionA new study suggests the planet Venus is gravitationally tidally locked to the Sun – and this explains why it’s so strange compared to the Earth.*Perseverance arrives at its primary target on the red planetNASA’s Mars Perseverance rover has finally arrived at its ultimate destination on the red planet – an ancient dried up river delta in Jezero Crater that may provide evidence of life on another world.*Humanity’s latest proposed Beacon in to the GalaxyScientists have developed a new proposal to send a greeting from the people of planet Earth out into deep space – letting the universe know we’re here.*The Science ReportStudy shows that getting vaccinated after recovering from COVID-19 gives stronger immune response.A new study is warning that micro plastics are finding their way into the food chain.The most common injuries for riders of e-scooters.Skeptic's guide to the

The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 48*Mars Perseverance Rover sets a new record on the red planetNASA’s Mars Perseverance Rover is continuing to set new records on the surface of the red planet. While automotive engineers are struggling to get autonomously driven cars working safely on Earth – mission managers at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena California are using the self-driving capabilities of the car sized Perseverance rover to trek across Mars.*More Space tourists arrive aboard the International Space StationSpace tourists have flown to the International Space Station numerous times before – but SpaceX’s Axiom AX-1 mission is different because it was the first without any Space Agency official accompanying the four private astronauts.*Flying to the edge of space by balloonAnother company is entering the space tourism business – well sort ofSpace Perspective plans to fly luxury gondolas under giant high altitude balloons reaching heights of

The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 47*Discovery of a missing link in the origins of supermassive black holesAstronomers have identified a rapidly growing black hole in the early universe that appears to be a crucial "missing link" between young star-forming galaxies and the first supermassive black holes.*The Martian meteorite Black Beauty gets a CT scanNASA officials and the US Army have combined forces to undertake new research on a famous Martian Meteorite known as Black Beauty.*James Webb reaches major milestoneNASA’s new James Webb Space Telescope has finally reached its Mid-Infrared Instrument’s planned operating temperature.*The Science ReportHow the Victorian government’s COVID lockdown’s affected mental health.Claims people who suffer a loss of their sense of smell have a higher overall risk of death.Scientists successfully developed a human-like sense of touch for robots.Alex on Tech: Elon Musk push for a balanced Twitter.Listen to SpaceTime on your

The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 46*The largest comet ever seenNASA's Hubble Space Telescope has discovered the largest comet ever seen – a 130 kilometre wide monster – fifty times bigger than most known comets.*Detection of the most distant galactic laserAstronomers have discovered a massive laser called a ‘megamaser’ generated by the collision of two galaxies.*China launches it 182nd spy satellite since 2016China has launched what it euphemistically likes to call a new Earth Observation satellite as Beijing continues to undertake what it describes as preparations for war. *The Science ReportStudy confirms vaccinated people who get Omicron get milder symptoms than those with Delta.New study claims using goats milk soaps could put you at risk of developing allergies.Discovery of patterns of electrical activity in fungi that could resemble human speech.Skeptic's guide to Prince Charles’ love affair with alt med.Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast ap

The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 45*Russia to end co-operation on International Space StationThe Russian Federal space agency Roscosmos is briefing Moscow on its plans to terminate cooperation with Western partners on the International Space Station.*Rocket lab launches its 112th orbital satelliteRocket Lab has carried out another successful flight from its Mahia Peninsula launch complex on New Zealand’s North Island east coast.*North Korea fakes its latest missile launchIt’s been revealed North Korea faked what Pyongyang described as the successful launch of its most powerful long-range ballistic missile – the new Hwasong-17.*The Science ReportAnother mass bleaching event on the Great Barrier Reef.Study finds air pollution is shortening people’s lives by nearly three years.Claims cranberries for one month improved cardiovascular function in healthy men.Skeptic's guide to traditional Ayurveda medicine.Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with ou

The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 44*Solar Orbiter’s closest approach to the surface of the SunThe joint ESA/NASA Solar Orbiter spacecraft has undertaken its closest ever approach to the Sun well inside the orbit of the planet Mercury.*Significant Solar flare activity on the SunA spectacular series of solar flare have erupted from the surface of the Sun sending material and radiation deep into space and triggering geomagnetic storm activity on Earth.*Artemis 1 test scrubbedNASA was forced to scrub its critical wet test of the Space Launch System SLS Artemis 1 Moon rocket because of technical issues with the ground equipment used to fuel the giant 98 metre tall rocket.*Webb Completes First Multi-Instrument AlignmentNASA says they’ve successfully completed the sixth stage of aligning the James Webb Space Telescope’s mirrors to its scientific instruments.*The Science ReportClimate change damaging man made infrastructure.Fighting to save endangered koala colonie

The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 43*The farthest and earliest galaxy ever seenHot on the heels of last week’s announcement of the most distant star ever seen – astronomers have just discovered a galaxy 13.5 billion light years away -- making it the most distant object ever seen.*The best image yet of mysterious objects called Odd Radio CirclesAstronomy’s newest mystery objects, odd radio circles or ORCs, have been pulled into sharp focus by an international team of astronomers using the world’s most capable radio telescopes.*Scientists study two enormous blobs in Earth’s mantleScientists studying two enormous blobs deep in the Earth’s mantle have discovered one is almost a thousand kilometres taller than the other and may be affecting plate tectonics on the planet’s surface.*The Science ReportNew study says ocean acidification is having an impact on fish genetics and behaviour.Using wild blueberries to treat wounds.Culturally diverse people around the world

The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 42*Artemis 1 undergoes a full launch dress rehearsalTwo weeks after rolling out onto Space Launch complex 39B from the historic Vehicle Assembly Building at the Kennedy Space Centre in Florida -- NASA’s massive new Moon Rocket -- the Space Launch System or SLS -- is undergoing its long awaited three-day wet dress rehearsal.*NASA to purchase more lunar landersNASA’s looking at more options for manned lunar lander craft to transfer people and supplies between the Lunar Gateway space station and the surface of the Moon.*Blue Origin launches its fourth space tourism flightBlue Origin has launched its fourth suborbital space tourism flight aboard one of the company’s New Shepard rockets.*April SkyWatchWe look at our nearest neighbouring star system Alpha Centauri -- the iconic constellation Southern Cross -- and the annual Lyrids meteor shower this month on SkyWatch.Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our univer