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SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 72*A close encounter with the planet MercuryThe BepiColombo spacecraft has just undertaken its second close flyby of the planet Mercury.*Parker Solar Probe Completes 12th PerihelionNASA’s Parker Solar probe has just completed its 12th perihelion flying to within eight and a half million kilometres of the Sun’s surface.*Work begins on a new European tracking station in Western AustraliaConstruction is now underway on the European Space Agency’s latest deep-space communications antenna in Western Australia.*The Science ReportA new study says Australian COVID-19 cases are far higher than reported.Tropical coral reefs threaten Sydney Harbour.Scientists closer to developing a more sustainable, rechargeable ‘organic’ battery.Skeptic's guide to the pseudoscience of gay conversion therapy.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

SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 71*Dead star caught ripping up its planetary systemAstronomers have been given a sobering glimpse of the ultimate fate of planet Earth as they watched a Sun like star at the end of its life rip its planetary system apart.*New evidence on long standing water on ancient MarsA new study suggests that Mars may have retained a significant amount of water until far more recently than previously thought.*Russian space debris threatens space stationCrew aboard the International Space Station have been forced to take evasive action to avoid a piece of Russian space junk created by Moscow’s latest anti-satellite missile test.*The Science ReportClaims the Omicron variant appears to be less likely to cause long covid than Delta.New study claims multivitamins and dietary supplements are a waste of money.The origins of copper revealed.Alex on Tech: new virtual reality training systems to help surgeons.Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: https://space

The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 70*Monster black hole discoveryAstronomers have discovered a supermassive black hole that’s consuming as much mass as the planet Earth every second.*Discovery of a possible new fundamental particle – maybe even dark matterThere’s growing evidence today of the possible existence of a new yet to be confirmed fundamental particle in physics.*Space Launch System ready to flyNASA says it’s ready to launch its giant new Artemis 1 SLS moon rocket.*The Science ReportGoogle rejects claims its LaMDA artificial intelligence program has become sentient or self-aware.The world’s first quantum computing chip developed in Sydney.Claims exposure to green space could slow cognitive decline in middle-aged women.Skeptic's guide to spooky dollyListen 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

SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 69*Detecting invisible monsters floating unseen in spaceAstronomers may have discovered the first free-floating black hole in the Milky Way galaxy – an invisible monster devouring anything that gets too close.*NASA loses two hurricane monitoring satellites during launchTwo small NASA satellites designed to study hurricane development have been destroyed after their Astra Rocket 3.3 launch vehicle failed to reach orbit during its accent from the Cape Canaveral Space Force base in Florida.*Iran breaches more nuclear agreements as it prepares for another missile testIran has confirmed its gearing up for more missile tests despite United Nations resolutions agreed to by the Islamic republic preventing Tehran from developing nuclear weapons or their delivery systems.*The Science ReportMicroplastics discovered in Antarctica for the first time.New study says the Black Death may have originated in modern day KyrgyzstanA new study shows that as well as sending your cat nuts catnip also keep

SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 68*A treasure trove of galactic information in GAIA’s long awaited third data releaseThe European Space Agency has finally published the long awaited GAIA mission third data release. The findings represent the most detailed survey so far of our home galaxy the Milky Way.*Europe approves a new Comet Interceptor MissionThe European Space Agency has approved a new mission to intercept an interstellar comet or asteroid.*James Webb space telescope hit by micrometeoroidNASA’s brand new ten billion dollar James Webb space telescope has been hit by a micrometeoroid.*The Science ReportWarnings the current ongoing La Niña event could last till December.Discovery of a link between living near fracking sites while pregnant and baby development.Fossils of a new kind of theropod dinosaur discovered in Egypt’s western Desert.Alex on Tech: the plague of facial recognition software.Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/

The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 67*Evidence that Earth’s inner core oscillatesScientists have discovered that the Earth’s inner core oscillates, contradicting previously accepted models that suggested it consistently rotates at a faster rate than the planet’s surface.*A new look at planet Earth’s plate tectonicsScientists have developed new models providing a more detailed view of planet Earth’s extensive system of plate tectonics and how the continents are assembled.*NASA to study UFOsNASA is to undertake its own independent study of unidentified aerial phenomena better known to us as UFOs.Meanwhile, the internet is abuzz with claims by China that its FAST radio telescope may have picked up signals from an alien civilization -- But others are saying not so fast.*The Science ReportNeurodevelopmental issues found in some kids born to COVID mothers.A new study has linked vitamin D deficiency to dementia.Paleontologists have identified the remains of what cou

SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 66*Mars probe MAVEN back in service following a major glitchNASA’s MAVEN spacecraft is finally back in operation after defaulting into an emergency safety mode in February. Mission managers eventually traced the problem to its Inertial Measurement Units which are responsible for navigation.*Unravelling the mystery of brown dwarfsAstronomers have discovered five brown dwarfs -- objects that fill the gap between the largest planets and the smallest stars. The five reported in the journal Astronomy & Astrophysics will provide new clues about how these rare objects are formed and evolve.*Three new crew board China’s space stationThree Chinese taikonauts have arrived safely aboard Beijing’s new Tiangong space station for what will be a six month mission to complete construction of the orbiting outpost. The trio blasted off in their Shenzhou-14 capsule aboard a Long March-2F rocket from the Jiuquan satellite launch center in northwestern China's Gobi desert.*The Science ReportA rapid

SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 65*New study says Earth’s magnetic poles aren’t about to flipA new study claims the South Atlantic Anomaly -- a mysterious region where the Earth’s geomagnetic field strength is decreasing rapidly – does not mean the planet’s poles are about to flip polarity. The findings reported in the journal PNAS pieces together evidence stretching back 9,000 years and suggests that the current changes aren’t unique, and that a reversal may not be in the cards after all.*Discovery that Mercury has magnetic stormsA new study has confirmed that Mercury the nearest planet to the Sun and the solar system’s smallest planet, has geomagnetic storms similar to those on Earth. The findings reported in the journal Nature Communications answers the question of whether other planets, including those outside our solar system, can have geomagnetic storms regardless of the size of their magnetosphere or whether they have an Earth-like ionosphere.*Striving for the MoonWhen the crew of Apollo 17 blasted off fr

The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 64*Strange neutron star discovered in stellar graveyardAstronomers have discovered a mysterious new type of neutron star. The star named PSR J0901-4046 should be in a category of non-rotating dead neutron stars assigned to a sort of stellar graveyard.*NASA to launch from Arnhem land this monthNASA has listed June 26th as the preferred launch window for the first of three sounding rocket flights to be conducted from Equatorial Launch Australia’s new Arnhem Space Centre in the Northern Territory’s Gove Peninsula near Nhulunbuy. The flights will be the first for NASA from a commercial launch facility outside of the United States, and the first time the agency’s launched rockets from Australia since 1995, when launches were conducted from the Woomera Rocket Range.*The world’s biggest rocket Artemis 1 back on the launch padNASA’s Artemis 1 SLS Moon rocket is back on the launch pad in Florida after a series of modifications in pre

SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 63*New evidence on Earth of an ancient supernovaNew chemistry forensics suggests that a meteorite named Hypatia which was discovered in the Egyptian desert might be the first tangible evidence found on Earth of a thermonuclear or type 1a supernova explosion. These rare supernovae are some of the most energetic events in the universe – stellar explosions powerful enough to briefly outshine an entire galaxy.*Preparing for an Earth Observation satellite missionEurope’s highly successful Copernicus Earth observation programme is designed to monitor the environmental changes the planet has been undergoing as it continues to change under the growing influence of global warming. The Sentinel satellites being launched as part of that program are providing scientists with an eye in the sky to study the incremental impacts of climate change. *India’s manned space program reaches another milestoneThe Indian Space Research Organisation – ISRO – has completed a 135 second static test firing of

SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 62*Astronomers find hidden trove of massive black holesAstronomers have discovered a previously overlooked treasure trove of large black holes hiding deep inside dwarf galaxies. The newly discovered black holes offer a glimpse into the life story of the supermassive black hole at the center of big galaxies such as our own Milky Way galaxy. *ESA’s JUICE mission to JupiterThe European Space Agency JUpiter ICy moons Explorer or JUICE mission is slated to launch in April 2023 on an eight year journey to search for signs of life on three of the icy Galilean moons orbiting Jupiter. JUICE will arrive at Jupiter in July 2031 to explore the largest planet in our solar system and three of its 79 moons Ganymede, Callisto and Europa.*The effects of Tonga volcanic eruption reached all the way into spaceWhen the Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha‘apai volcano erupted on Jan. 15, it sent atmospheric shock waves, sonic booms, and tsunami waves around the world. Now, scientists are finding the volcano’s effec

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