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Uploading our minds to a computer may someday be possible
Scientists say that uploading our minds to a computer might one day be possible. But how soon will it be a reality? Learn more here.
June 28, 2023
Media we love: Black Mirror, a dystopian sci-fi TV series
In this installment of Media We Love, EarthSky writer Lia De La Cruz recommends Black Mirror, a TV series that taps into unease about the modern world.
June 22, 2023
Ivory-billed woodpecker isn’t extinct (again)
A recent paper presents evidence the ivory-billed woodpecker is not extinct. U.S. Fish & Wildlife will decide whether to remove the bird from the list of endangered species this year.
June 14, 2023
Media we love: Super Volcanoes
"Super Volcanoes" by Robin George Andrews is about the superiority of volcanoes, from Yellowstone's supervolcano to icy geysers in the outer solar system.
June 13, 2023
Crashed UFOs? Bold claims from a former intelligence officer
For decades, people have spoken of crashed UFOs. Now a former government officer has provided classified testimony - suggesting it's true - under oath.
June 9, 2023
Know how to avoid rip currents! Watch this video
Before going to the ocean this year, you'll want to know how to avoid rip currents. Watch a video here to learn how to save yourself from these deadly currents.
June 8, 2023
1st-ever Mars livestream! Watch the replay here
The European Space Agency broadcast the 1st-ever Mars livestream on June 2, 2023. Watch it here.
June 3, 2023
Watch 1,000 Lego astronauts soar to the edge of space
A high-altitude balloon carried a mini space-shuttle with 1,000 Lego astronauts to the edge of space. Watch the fun video here.
May 29, 2023
Frank Drake, SETI visionary, born on this date
May 28, 2023, would be the 93rd birthday of Frank Drake. He formulated the famous Drake equation in 1961, as a tool for contemplating alien civilizations.
May 28, 2023
World’s oldest human footprint identified in South Africa
Scientists have identified a footprint in South Africa as the oldest human footprint currently known. A member of Homo sapiens created it 153,000 years ago.
May 25, 2023
