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The Space News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 151*Discovery of a record setting brown dwarf Astronomers have discovered what might be the smallest Brown Dwarf ever seen – just three or four times the mass of Jupiter.*How gas-rich baby galaxies set the early Universe alight New observations from NASA’s Webb Space Telescope have helped astronomers unlock secrets of how infant galaxies started an explosion of star formation in the very early Universe.*Hubble Space Telescope back in operation NASA says the Hubble Space Telescope is back up and running following a series of emergency shut downs in recent weeks due to a persistent problem with one of its three operational gyroscopes.*The Science ReportThe North Atlantic Ocean near Bermuda now warmer and more acidic than it was 40 years ago, OpenAI’s ChatGPT-4 Artificial intelligence successfully lied its way through the I am not a robot test. How to make a better espresso. Skeptics guide to antiaging serum therapyThis week’s guests include: Dr Anshu Gupta from

Mysterious Polygons on Mars:Scientists discover strange, irregular wedge-shaped objects buried beneath the Martian surface.Polygons range from centimeters to 10 meters in size and may have formed during ancient freeze-thaw cycles billions of years ago.Possible formation mechanisms include mud cracks from wet sediments and contraction from cooling volcanic lava flows.Zhurong rover detected at least 16 polygons, suggesting a wide distribution.Iran's Nuclear Program:Iran successfully launches a small spacecraft, raising concerns about its ballistic missile program.Officials claim the launch was for peaceful purposes, but it violates the Vienna Accords.Iran's enriched uranium stockpile is now 18 times above the limit set by the Accords.International community urges Iran to stop its nuclear weapons development.Russian Progress Cargo Ship Docked with ISS:Progress MS-25 successfully docked with the International Space Station, delivering over 2.5 tons of supplies.The cargo included food, personal items for the crew,

SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 149*Hubble placed in emergency safe modeNASA’s Hubble Space Telescope has been placed into an emergency safety mode following an issue with one of its gyroscopes. *New joint European and Japanese EarthCARE mission slated for launch.The joint European and Japanese Earth Cloud Aerosol and Radiation Explorer mission – EarthCARE is now slated to launch in May next year on a mission to advance sciences understanding of the interactions between clouds, aerosols and radiation in Earth's atmosphere. *AUKUS to build a deep space radar station in Western Australia.The AUKUS Defence Coalition have announced plans to build three new deep space radar installations in the United States, Britain and at Exmouth, in Western Australia. *The Science ReportGlobal emissions from fossil use are projected to hit a record high this year increasing by 1.1%. Women who consume energy drinks could be more likely to have high blood pressure during pregnancy.Young people who use social media daily are more like

The Space News Podcast.SpaceTime 20231211 Series 26 Episode 148*A new possible explanation for the Hubble tensionEver since its creation in a big bang 13.82 billion years ago the universe has been expanding. But that rate of expansion has been an ongoing area of debate with different measurement techniques giving contradictory values and different results. *The satellite discovered by the Lucy mission gets a nameThe satellite discovered during the first asteroid encounter of NASA's Lucy mission has now been given an official name – Selam – which means peace in the Ethiopian language Amharic. The tiny moon was discovered orbiting the asteroid Dinkinesh during Lucy’s fly by last month. *Starship’s second flight explodes in mid airSpaceX are describing the second test flight of its Starship Superheavy rocket as a success even though both stages suffered catastrophic failures during the flight. The 121 metre tall vehicle is the biggest and most powerful rocket ever built producing some 16.7 million pounds of thru

The Space News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 147*Detection of one of the highest-energy cosmic ray everIn 1991, the University of Utah Fly’s Eye experiment detected the highest-energy cosmic ray ever observed. Then on May 27, 2021, the Telescope Array experiment detected what is now the second-highest extreme-energy cosmic ray ever recorded and the source is still a mystery. *Pinpointing the source of Io's volcanic activityA new study suggests that most of the Jovian Moon Io’s tidal, heating is concentrated within its upper mantle. *Ariane 6 successfully completes its hot-fire testThe European Space Agency's new Ariane 6 rocket has successfully completed a key engine firing test in preparation for next year’s maiden flight. December Skywatch The December solstice, the ticking time bomb that is Eta Carinae and the rock comet Phaethon are among the highlights of the December night skies on SkyWatchListen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: https://spacetimewithstuartg

SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 146*A new perspective on MarsMission managers have maneuvered NASA’s Mars Odyssey spacecraft to provide a new panoramic horizontal view of the red planet. *Determining the composition of the rock comet Phaethon.Phaethon has always been a puzzle for astronomers. The five kilometre wide space rock which generates this month’s annual Geminid’s meteor shower has puzzled astronomers for decades with its asteroid like appearance yet comet like orbit and tail. *Unveiling salt glaciers on the planet MercuryResearchers have uncovered evidence of potential salt glaciers on the planet Mercury. *The Science ReportStudy shows heat-trapping greenhouse gases have reached a new record.Variations in single genes may account for a significant portion of ADHD cases.Warnings of the potential dangers and risks AI poses for the spread of misinformation. Alex on Tech: A new AI Video generator editing App. Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: https://spacetimew

The Space News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 145*Solar activity likely to peak next year.A new study claims the Sun will reach the peak of its eleven year solar Cycle next year. The current Solar cycle -- 25 began in December 2019 with a minimum smoothed sunspot number of 1.8.NASA’s Fermi Mission nets 300 gamma-ray pulsars … and countingA new catalogue shows that NASA’s Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope has discovered 294 gamma-ray-emitting pulsars, while another 34 suspects await confirmation. *A day that changed astronomy for everBack on the 17th of August 2017 astronomers were for the first time ever able to measure the violent death spiral of a pair of neutron stars using both conventional electromagnetic telescopes and the relatively new field of gravitational wave laser interferometry. *The Science ReportOzone levels above Antarctica may not be recovering after all. Inhaling air pollution while sitting in traffic associated with an increase in blood pressure.Study claims city dwelling bees tend to h

This episode is brought to you by the support of Dragonball Legends. Download and play for free from the Apple App store or Google Play.SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 144*Explaining why galaxies hang out with their own kindA new study may have solved one of the most perplexing mysteries in astronomy -- why galaxies in our neighbourhood hang out with their own kind. *NASA’s Cold Atom Lab Sets Stage for Quantum Chemistry in SpaceFor the first time in space, scientists have produced a quantum gas containing two types of atoms. *North Korea launches a new spy satellite North Korea claims its successfully launched a new spy satellite.*The Science ReportDust storms are increasing dramatically in frequency in Australia.Study claims the impact of screens on children and show a mix of small risks and benefits. Footprints discovered in Victoria show the amazing diversity of Australia's early bird population. Skeptics guide to the House Oversight Committee on UFOsListen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our un

This episode is brought to with the support of Dragonball Legends. Available for your mobile device from the Apple App Store and Google Play Stores.SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 143*Triple star discoveries will mean changing astronomy textbooksAstronomers have found some of the biggest stars in the universe orbiting each other in triple star systems. *NASA tests its new deep space laser communications systemNASA's just completed an experiment that will transform the way spacecraft communicate in deep space. *Dragon arrives at Space StationA SpaceX Dragon cargo ship carrying 2950 kilograms of supplies has successfully docked with the International Space Station’s Harmony module. *The Science Report Critically endangered dolphins off Melbourne found with the highest concentrations of chemicals People with high body mass index are 10% more likely to develop obesity-related cancers. Google's artificial intelligence proving better and faster at making 10-day weather predictionsAlex on Tech the Sam Altman sagaFor mor

The Space News Podcast. SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 142*Discovery of massive mysterious blasts in the distant universe Astronomers are baffled by a mysterious series of massive explosions in the distant Universe which are emitting more energy than hundreds of billions of stars like our Sun. *Colliding neutron stars reveal one of their secretsAstronomers have identified the heavy element tellurium in the glowing embers of a pair of colliding neutron stars. *Juice undertakes a key engine burn on its way to JupiterThe European Space Agency’s Juice spacecraft has just undertaken one of the largest and most important manoeuvres of its eight-year journey to Jupiter. *The Science ReportPlanet Earth’s average global temperature smashes through the two degrees Celsius level.Study shows plant based diets reduce your risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes,Loneliness associated with an increased risk of developing Parkinson's disease. Skeptics guide to how gender influences your paranormal beliefsThis week’s guests in

Welcome to the show notes for Episode 141 of the "Spacetime" podcast, hosted by Stuart Gary. In this episode, we delve into China's ambitious Mars mission, a novel cosmic source for gold, and NASA's upcoming SPHEREx mission. **Episode Highlights:** 1. **China's Mars Sample Return Mission**: Summary: China announces plans to conduct a Mars sample return mission, potentially beating NASA and ESA. The mission, named Tianwin Three, involves complex logistics and builds on the success of Tianwin One. 2. **Alternative Cosmic Source for Gold**: Cosmic Gold, Neutron Stars, Astrophysics, Heavy Elements, Gold Synthesis, Stellar Explosions. - Summary: Astrophysicists propose a new theory suggesting that low mass neutron stars could be a source of heavy elements like gold and platinum, offering fresh insights into cosmic chemistry. 3. **NASA's SPHEREx Mission**: Summary: NASA's SPHEREx mission, slated for a 2025 launch, aims to create the most detailed map of the universe, studying the history of galaxies and searching f

The Space News Podcast. SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 140 *Cerberus Fossae identified as the biggest source of marsquakes A new study of data from NASA’s Mars Insight lander mission has identified the Cerberus Fossae region east of Insight as the red planet’s most seismically active. *How soon could life begin in the universe A new study shows that oxygen -- one of the key ingredients for most life on Earth – was already in abundance in the very early universe. *Why size matters to exoplanets Scientists may have solved one of the great mysteries surrounding the size of exoplanets – that is planets orbiting stars other than the Sun. *The Science Report Scientists warn that heat related deaths are likely to see a 4.7-fold increase. Researchers develop the first synthetic Yeast strain. People who are never visited by friends or family at higher risk of dying. Alex on Tech China, Iran, and Russia blamed for most cyber-attacks worldwide. Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link

The Space News Podcast. SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 139 *Discovery of some of the most ancient galaxies ever seen Astronomers have discovered two of the most distant galaxies ever seen – one of which dates back some 13.4 billion light years -- to a time when the universe was just 330 million years old. *Earth's surface water dives deep all the way to the core Scientists have found that water from Earth’s surface percolates all the way down to the core mantle boundary, changing its structure. *NASA’s Mars spacecraft go silent NASA’s fleet of Martian spacecraft have all gone silent due to a total loss of communications. *The Science Report Earth just had its hottest year on record. Scientists have created monkey made of cells from two embryos. People with narcissistic traits more likely to have body image concerns. Skeptics guide to Skepticon 2023 This week’s guests include: Glen Nagle from the CSIRO’s NASA Deep Space Communications Centre in Canberra And our regular guests: Alex Zaharov-Reutt from techadvi

Welcome to SpaceTime, the podcast that brings you the most fascinating stories and discoveries in astronomy, space and science. Your host, Stuart Gary, and in this episode, we'll talk about: ● How the first Dream Chaser space plane is ready to fly to the International Space Station and what it means for the future of space exploration. ● How astronomers have detected an infrared aurora on Uranus and what it reveals about the planet's weather and climate. ● How the 2023 Antarctic ozone hole reached its maximum size and why it's important to monitor and protect the ozone layer. ● How atrial fibrillation, a common heart rhythm disorder, is associated with a higher risk of memory and brain function decline. ● How more needs to be done to reduce the number of marine animals killed by ships and what are some of the possible solutions. ● How older women who look after the sick and frail live longer than those who don't and what are the possible explanations. ● How to apply critical thinking and scientific reasoning

SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 137 -1. **Euclid Mission's Groundbreaking First Images**: The European Space Agency's Euclid spacecraft, dedicated to exploring the mysteries of the dark universe, has unveiled its first set of images. This marks a significant milestone in our understanding of the cosmos. 2. **Europe's Ambitious Space Transport Vision**: The European Space Agency is advancing space exploration by developing a new cargo spacecraft. This innovative vessel is designed to transport supplies and potentially crew members to the International Space Station and further, to the lunar gateway. 3. **HAARP's Artificial Airglow Phenomenon**: Residents of Alaska were alerted about the High-frequency Active Auroral Research Program (HAARP) and its potential to create artificial airglow in the Arctic skies. This unique phenomenon is a part of HAARP's ongoing research activities. 4. **The Science Report Highlights**: - **Alarming Extinction Risks**: A recent study highlights a concerning fact that 19% of European s

The Space News Podcast. SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 136 *Record-Breaking Black Hole Astronomers have discovered the most distant black hole ever seen The observation reported in the journal Nature Astronomy suggest the black hole was already in existence just 470 million years after the Big Bang. *NASA’s Curiosity Rover Clocks 4000 Days on Mars NASA’s Mars Curiosity rover has just celebrated its four thousandth day on the Red Planet. The car sized six wheeled mobile laboratory landed in Gale crater 11 years ago on August the 5, 2012, on a mission to determine if ancient Mars could have been habitable. *A new view of all objects in the universe A team of scientists ordering the chronological history of cosmology have developed the most comprehensive chart ever created of all the objects in the universe. *The Science Report The Northern Greenland ice shelves have now lost more than 30% of their total volume since 1978. A new study shows starfish are pretty much all head. The USAF forced to blow up a minuteman I

The Space News Podcast. SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 135 *Mineral salts and organic compounds discovered on Ganymede NASA’s Juno spacecraft has discovered mineral salts and organic compounds bubbling to the surface of Jupiter’s largest moon Ganymede. *New space deal reached between Australia and the United States The United States and Australia have signed a bilateral technology Safeguards agreement providing the legal framework for American commercial space vehicles to launch from Australian soil. *New Russian space station to fly in four years Russian President Vladimir Putin says the first segment of the Kremlin’s new space station should now be in orbit by 2027. *November Skywatch The constellation of the winged horse Pegasus, the giant galaxy M31-Andromeda barrelling towards us, and three meteor showers in one month are among the highlights of the November night skies on SkyWatch… Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen an

The Space News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 134**Pluto's Potential Super Volcano**: A recent study raises the possibility that Pluto may house a colossal super-volcano.**Youthful Martian Meteorites**: Investigations reveal that a significant number of Martian meteorites found on Earth are notably young.**NASA's Roman Mission's Galactic Quest**: The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is set to offer an unparalleled glimpse into the Milky Way's core. This mission will scrutinize the galaxy's stars for subtle signs that could indicate the existence of planets, distant celestial bodies, and other cosmic phenomena.**ADHD and Dementia Link**: Research indicates a higher likelihood of dementia in later life for adults with ADHD, highlighting a gap in diagnosis and treatment for those over 50.**Mangrove Growth at the Great Barrier Reef**: Observations show an increase in mangrove forests on the low-lying islands of the northern Great Barrier Reef.**Apple's M3 Chip Unveiled**: Alex on Tech delves into the specif

The Space News Podcast. SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 133 *Do the remains of an ancient planet lie deep within Earth Back in the 1980s, geophysicists discovered two continent-sized blobs of unusual material buried deep within the Earth’s mantle. Now, a new study reported in the journal Nature suggests that they’re the remnants of the ancient planet Theia which collided with Earth four and a half billion years ago creating the Moon. *Lucy’s first asteroid encounter discovers a new moonlet NASA's Lucy spacecraft has just completed its first asteroid encounter flying by the small main belt asteroid 152830 Dinkinesh – discovering that it’s a binary. *Venus had Earth-like plate tectonics billions of years ago Venus, may have once had tectonic plate movements similar to those believed to have occurred on early Earth. *The Science Report A new study has found a link between cell phone usage and semen quality. Warnings that the impacts of marine heatwaves on marine life may be worse deep down in our oceans. The 2022 Hu

The Space News Podcast. SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 132 *Rare heavy element discovered in stellar collision Astronomers have discovered the rare heavy element tellurium being produced in the kilonova collision of a pair of neutron stars. *Planetary defence mission update The European Space Agency’s Hera spacecraft has arrived at ESA’s ESTEC test centre in the Netherlands as it continues preparations for next October’s launch on its planetary defence mission to the asteroid Didymos and its small moon Dimorphos. *Moscow threatens star wars As Moscow continues its war against Ukraine, the Kremlin is also continuing to ratchet up its threats against the west. *The Science Report Tai Chi could slow the progression of Parkinson's disease. Lead exposure is likely to blame for 5.5 million adult deaths from heart disease, and the loss of 765 million IQ points in kids under five globally every year. Just 20-25 minutes of exercise a day may be enough to offset the heightened risk of death. Skeptics guide to why there ar