Science
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Solar Flare Triggers Potential Geomagnetic Storm: What to Expect
A moderate M5.7 solar flare from sunspot AR4436 has prompted warnings of a potential G1 geomagnetic storm, with northern lights expected in parts of the U.S. and U.K. late May 12 into May 13.
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Fatal Eruption at Mount Dukono Raises Safety Concerns
The eruption of Mount Dukono in Indonesia killed three hikers and injured others. Experts call for stricter safety protocols in volcanic regions
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AI-Driven Data Reveals Missing Link in Planetary Formation
New data from May 2026 reveals that the ‘radius valley’—a mysterious gap in planet sizes—disappears around the smallest stars, fundamentally shifting our understanding of how solar systems evolve.
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Eta Aquarids Peak: How to View Halley’s Comet Debris
The Eta Aquarids meteor shower peaks May 6-7, 2026, as Earth passes through debris from Halley’s Comet, creating long, glowing trails in the night sky.
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Eta Aquarid Meteor Shower Peaks: What to Expect Tonight
The annual Eta Aquarid meteor shower reaches its peak overnight on May 5-6, offering observers a chance to see up to 50 meteors per hour despite interference from a bright waning gibbous moon.
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NASA’s May 3 Image Reveals Stellar Erosion in Trifid Nebula
NASA’s Astronomy Picture of the Day captures high-resolution details of the Trifid Nebula, showcasing the intense radiation stripping gas from stellar pillars.
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Bryan Johnson Expands ‘Blueprint’ to Intimate Biohacking Metrics
Bryan Johnson’s decision to disclose his partner’s microbiome data has sparked debates over privacy and ethics in the biohacking community.
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May’s Flower Moon: The Scorpio Full Moon Impact
As the May 1 Flower Moon approaches, astrologers and skywatchers anticipate a turning point marked by intense emotional shifts and significant lunar activity.
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Ghost DNA Discovery Rewrites Ancient American Migration History
A major genetic study reveals a previously unknown ‘ghost’ population in indigenous American DNA, reshaping our understanding of continental migration.
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New Archaeological Insights Reshape History of Javakhk Highlands
Recent excavations in the Javakhk highlands challenge long-held assumptions about mountain communities, revealing a complex and connected ancient civilization.
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Lyrid Meteor Shower Peaks Amid Clear Skies for Stargazers
The annual Lyrid meteor shower reaches its peak tonight, offering a rare opportunity for public engagement with one of the oldest recorded celestial events.
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Celestial Display Returns as Lyrids Peak in April Skies
The annual Lyrid meteor shower reaches its peak this week, offering a rare opportunity for stargazing enthusiasts across the Northern Hemisphere.
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NASA Extends Voyager 1 Mission Through Strategic Power Cuts
NASA engineers have deactivated another instrument on Voyager 1 to preserve the legendary probe’s power as it continues its historic journey into deep space.
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Super El Niño Forecast: What 2026 Means for Storms and Drought
A developing ‘super’ El Niño is set to reshape the 2026 climate, signaling a quieter Atlantic hurricane season while offering potential drought relief for the American West.
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Bhutan’s Scientific and Cultural Ties Expand Amid New Research
New research reveals significant gaps in Bhutan’s biodiversity data, while UTEP celebrates long-standing ties with the Himalayan kingdom through ‘Bhutan Days’.