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SpaceX Dragon 2 has returned to Earth
Dragon left the International Space Station earlier loaded with science gear. The capsule returned at around 11:30 a.m. CDT today (16:30 UTC) after a five-hour journey from space to splashdown.
March 26, 2013
Discovery may allow scientists to make fuel from CO2 in the atmosphere
Researchers the world over are looking for new ways to generate power from excess carbon dioxide that leaves a smaller carbon footprint.
March 26, 2013
Video: March 17 CME strikes Earth’s magnetic field
The video starts slowly ... but then becomes very beautiful as auroras ripple across the sky. Plus ... what causes an aurora.
March 26, 2013
Rio Grande del Norte National Monument in New Mexico
U.S. President Barack Obama designated the Rio Grande del Norte in northern New Mexico as a national monument yesterday (March 25, 2013).
March 26, 2013
6.2 magnitude earthquake strikes near Guatemala City
On March 25, 2013, a 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck six miles from Guatemala City. No reports of injuries or damages. No tsunami warning.
March 25, 2013
Video: Too close to a tornado in Australia
Two men got too close to a large tornado that devastated parts of Victoria, Australia on March 21. Never attempt to race a tornado. Warning: video contains vulgar language.
March 25, 2013
Reversing blood and freshening it up
A research group explains how they have succeeded in rejuvenating the blood of mice by reversing, or re-programming, the stem cells that produce blood.
March 25, 2013
New mechanism for long-term memory formation discovered
Study also identifies possible gene target linked to cognitive disabilities.
March 25, 2013
Comet PANSTARRS closest to the sun in early March
Whether you've managed to glimpse the comet or not, you'll love this video showing PANSTARRS as seen from space. Bright dot on the right is Earth!
March 25, 2013
Businesses, retail stores and families: Prepare for tornado season
If you manage (or work at, or shop at) a local restaurant, gas station or retail store, what would you do if a tornado were headed your way?
March 25, 2013
