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. | March 11, 2025 9:29 PM GMT+0 |
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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 - Mar. 11 -
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 - 4d -
A total lunar eclipse and blood moon will be visible in March: How and when to watch
A treat awaits sky gazers in the month of March – the moon will take on a deep, reddish hue as it slips into the Earth's shadow during a total lunar eclipse.The Hill - Mar. 8 -
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 - 4d -
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 - 6d -
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 - 5d -
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 - 5d -
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 - 5d -
Europe’s boosting defense spending. One company just lost all of its stock-market gains this year.
QinetiQ shares lost all their gains this year after a profit warning.MarketWatch - 1d -
Passing probe captures images of mysterious Mars moon
Hera spacecraft takes photos of red planet’s second moon, Deimos, while en route to asteroids 110m miles away. A European spacecraft has taken photos of Mars’s smaller and more mysterious second ...The Guardian - 5d -
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 - 5d -
Texas measles outbreak grows, nears US' 2024 total
The measles outbreak in western Texas has grown to a total of 279 cases, according to new state data published Tuesday.ABC News - 17h -
This space stock has quadrupled in a year. Here’s what could spark more gains.
Space company Rocket Lab USA Inc. is ramping up its efforts to expand beyond launch capabilities, recently announcing its new “Flatellite” satellites tailored for large orbital constellations.MarketWatch - 6d -
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 - 5d -
Alibaba launches new version of AI assistant tool as competition heats up
The launch comes as its latest effort to gain an edge amid growing competition in AI application front, further intensified by the emergence of DeepSeek.CNBC - 6d -
Jon Stewart knocks Schumer on CR: 'Total capitulation' to Trump, GOP
Jon Stewart is railing against Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer for voting last week to advance a GOP-crafted funding bill, suggesting the New York Democrat led a "total capitulation" to ...The Hill - 21h -
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 - 6d -
Hirst brings us new dimension - Scotland coach Carver
Assistant coach John Carver says Ipswich forward George Hirst brings Scotland a "different dimension" to the forward line.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
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 - 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 - Mar. 12 -
WNBA trade grades: Did the defending champion Liberty get even better in trade for Cloud?
Natasha Cloud gives New York another skilled distributor and a stronger defense, while Connecticut gains two first-round picks to help its rebuild.ESPN - 20h -
3 things Darian DeVries brings to Indiana basketball: 'He's pretty demanding'
'He's going to demand a lot': Here's a look at three things new Indiana basketball coach Darian DeVries will bring to the program:Yahoo Sports - 9h -
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. - 5d -
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 -
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 - 4d -
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 - 3d -
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 -
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 -
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 - 4d -
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 -
United Airlines Just Installed Starlink on Its First Regional Aircraft
The deal, announced in September, brings Starlink internet to United flights.Inc. - Mar. 7 -
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 - 5d -
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 - 6d -
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 - 6d -
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 - 3d
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