Saturn Gains 128 New Moons, Bringing Its Total to 274
The objects around the ringed planet are tiny, but some of them may have formed relatively recently in the solar system’s history.
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Astronomers discover 128 new moons orbiting Saturn
Planet now has 274 moons, almost twice as many as all the other planets in the solar system combined . Astronomers have discovered 128 new moons orbiting Saturn, giving it an insurmountable lead in ...The Guardian - 5d -
See pictures of last night's total lunar eclipse and "Blood Worm Moon"
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"Blood Worm Moon" during total lunar eclipse captured in videos
A rare "Blood Worm Moon" was seen Thursday into early Friday morning during a total lunar eclipse. Stargazers across the world saw the moon colored in a red, orange and yellow glow as it passed ...CBS News - 2d -
A total lunar eclipse and blood moon will be visible in March: How and when to watch
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Video: Blood Moon Total Lunar Eclipse
Earth’s shadow will block most of the light that illuminates the lunar surface, creating what is known as a blood moon.The New York Times - 2d -
What to know about March's full "Blood Worm Moon," a total lunar eclipse
Viewers across North America will get to enjoy a full Blood Worm Moon during a total lunar eclipse on March 13 into March 14.CBS News - Mar. 10 -
When, where to see the full "Blood Worm Moon" during a lunar eclipse
A total lunar eclipse will make the moon appear red during the across the Western Hemisphere during the "Blood Worm Moon" this week.CBS News - 4d -
Why the moon will be shades of red, orange and yellow tonight
There's an opportunity tonight to catch the March 2025 "Blood Moon," a phenomenon that colors the full moon in shades of red, orange and yellow during a total lunar eclipse.CBS News - 3d -
A total lunar eclipse will be visible across the U.S. tonight
A total lunar eclipse will be visible on Thursday night or early Friday morning, with the moon appearing reddish as it passes through Earth’s shadow.NBC News - 3d -
How to See the Total Lunar Eclipse and Blood Moon This Month
On March 14, skywatchers in the Americas will be able to see the first of 2025’s two total lunar eclipses.Wired - 3d -
Passing probe captures images of mysterious Mars moon
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Americas to witness rare 'Blood Moon' total lunar eclipse
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WATCH: Blood moon set to rise as total lunar eclipse
NASA’s Noah Petro shares the best ways to catch the eclipse and what it reveals about our closest cosmic neighbor.ABC News - 3d -
This space stock has quadrupled in a year. Here’s what could spark more gains.
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Alibaba launches new version of AI assistant tool as competition heats up
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Intuitive Machines’ Athena Lander Is on the Moon, but Its Fate Is Unclear
After hours of uncertainty, officials from the Houston company said there are clues that the spacecraft is on its side, which could limit the mission’s scientific accomplishments.The New York Times - Mar. 7 -
'No pain, no gain’ is the motto of the new Trump economy
Why should the world’s biggest economy be treated unfairly?The Hill - 3d -
Russia hedges on U.S. truce proposal for Ukraine as it presses its gains
The Trump administration appears to be back in Ukraine's corner, but it's unclear if Putin, while enjoying battlefield victories, can be convinced to halt his assault.CBS News - 4d -
Education Dept. slashes workforce; new tariffs roil US markets
President Donald Trump is planning to cut nearly 1,300 Department of Education employees, about half of its total staff, with an ultimate goal of shutting down the agency completely. It comes as ...NBC News - 4d -
Photos Show Blood Moon Lunar Eclipse Around the World
The first total lunar eclipse in more than two years lit up the sky last night as humanity, forever fascinated with the Earth’s only natural satellite, watched.The New York Times - 2d -
VC Secondaries: Don’t Get Caught By Surprise With a New Cap Table
The venture capital secondary market helped Ramp nearly double its valuation, but these equity deals can also bring an added level of uncertainty.Inc. - 3d -
I keep fantasising about living in total solitude in a forest
Maybe your isolation vision reflects a need to escape from the weight of responsibility that life inevitably brings. The question I am a woman in my early 30s and about two years ago, I moved ...The Guardian - Mar. 9 -
New Zealand crush Pakistan in T20 opener
Pakistan are bowled out for 91 - their lowest T20 total in New Zealand - in the series opener in Christchurch.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Intuitive Machines Athena Moon Lander Dies After Toppling Over
The Athena lander from Intuitive Machines could not charge its batteries after ending up on its side. It largely failed to accomplish science and technology tasks for NASA and other customers.The New York Times - Mar. 7 -
United Airlines Just Installed Starlink on Its First Regional Aircraft
The deal, announced in September, brings Starlink internet to United flights.Inc. - Mar. 7 -
St. Thomas hires former standout as its next boys basketball coach
St. Thomas Aquinas hired its fourth head coach in the past 12 months, bringing in alum and former college mentor to lead the boys basketball programYahoo Sports - 2d -
GOP plan to avoid a partial shutdown gains support from a crucial Democrat
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, a New York Democrat, says he supports voting for a GOP plan that would avoid a partial government shutdown. It's not clear how many Senate Democrats will join ...CBS News - 2d -
As Measles Continues to Spread in Texas, Cases Jump in New Mexico
The outbreak has sickened nearly 200 people in Gaines County, Texas. A neighboring county in New Mexico has seen 21 new cases since Tuesday.The New York Times - Mar. 7 -
Bolton claims Trump’s threat of sanctions on Russia is ‘totally hollow’
Former White House national security adviser John Bolton brushed off President Trump's recent threat to impose sanctions on Russia over its continued strikes in Ukraine as peace talks are underway. ...The Hill - Mar. 8 -
Texas measles outbreak linked to cases in New Mexico, Oklahoma
The measles outbreak in the South Plains region of Texas has been linked to confirmed cases in New Mexico and Oklahoma. The outbreak in West Texas is centered in Gaines County, which neighbors Lea ...The Hill - 4d -
Musk's SpaceX is launching rocket to bring back astronauts who spent 9 months in space
A SpaceX rocket is set to launch to the International Space Station to bring back astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita Williams to Earth after they spent 9 months there. CBS News' Mark ...CBS News - 4d -
Disco Elysium Getting A "Total Re-Imagination" For Mobile This Summer
2019's beloved RPG Disco Elysium is headed to a new platform: mobile. Developer ZA/UM Studio has announced that the game is being "reimagined" for mobile, and specifically Android devices. This ...GameSpot - 3d -
What Grady Jarrett wants to bring to Bears as a leader
New Chicago Bears defensive tackle Grady Jarrett is already stepping into a leadership role.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Apple Burns Down Its Benefit of the Doubt
Apple’s failure to deliver on its promise of an ambitious new Siri is a cautionary tale for every leader.Inc. - 3d -
National CineMedia is bringing back its dividend less than 2 years after bankruptcy. Here’s why.
“The company was always a high-dividend growth story,” National CineMedia’s CEO tells MarketWatch. “We feel like that’s where we’re going back to.”MarketWatch - 3d -
As the NWSL brings in foreign talent, international players savor new opportunity: ‘Everyone just goes for the win all the time’
A new NWSL season kicks off this weekend, and there are a number of new faces across the league. Many of these players represent a trend in the NWSL: an influx of foreign players as the U.S.-based ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
New York Jets re-sign former first-round pick Jamin Davis
The Jets bring Jamin Davis back into the fold:Yahoo Sports - 2d -
DOGE Makes Its Latest Errors Harder to Find
Elon Musk’s group obscured the details of some new claims on its website, despite promises of transparency. But The Times was still able to detect another batch of mistakes.The New York Times - 3d -
19 Space Companies to Watch as They Shoot for the Moon and Stars
Companies are landing on the moon—or trying to. These players all have exciting goals for innovation on the final frontier.Inc. - Mar. 6
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