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Freya the walrus killed, social media erupts
Freya, a young female walrus, had been lounging in the sun in an Oslo, Norway fjord for weeks. But, on August 14, Norway's fisheries directorate killed her.
August 15, 2022
EarthSky’s Launches blog has moved
Launches blog for August 23: NASA tweets that Artemis 1 is still slated for launch August 29 ... And gives the nod to a private space station concept.
August 15, 2022
Don Machholz, 1952-2022
We are heartbroken to announce the passing of Don Machholz, discoverer of 12 comets. He was also a writer for EarthSky ... and our friend.
August 9, 2022
Robots to robot: ‘Happy birthday, Curiosity!’
Robots to robot: Happy birthday! Today over 100,000 robotic lawn mowers will "sing" Happy Birthday to the Curiosity rover on Mars. You can participate!
August 5, 2022
Shrinking Lake Mead reveals bodies and boats
Lake Mead water levels continue to drop precipitously. People are finding things hidden underwater for decades, including human bodies.
August 3, 2022
Launches and spaceflight updates: Week of July 25, 2022
China launched an unknown payload on Friday (July 29, 2022). An uncontrolled re-entry was planned, for the 2nd time this month.
July 25, 2022
Kitt Peak update after June wildfire
A wildfire reached Kitt Peak on July 17, 2022. Kitt Peak National Observatory is now working toward restoring the site so operations can continue.
July 22, 2022
Monarch butterflies added to Red List of endangered species
Monarch butterflies are now listed as endangered on the IUCN Red List. But there are ways you can help. Read how to make a difference, here.
July 22, 2022
Mysterious pink glow in Australia … not aliens
Residents of the Australian town of Mildura thought they were being invaded by aliens Wednesday night, due to a mysterious pink glow in the sky.
July 21, 2022
Record-breaking heat in the UK
Record-breaking heat was recorded in the UK yesterday, where temperatures reached 40.2°C (104.4°F) for the first time since record-keeping began.
July 19, 2022
