1 JUL 2024 · Join us for SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 79, where we uncover the latest groundbreaking developments in space exploration and astronomy. First, astronomers have discovered ancient star clusters in a galaxy dating back to near the dawn of time. These clusters, detected using gravitational lensing and the powerful near-infrared camera aboard the Webb Space Telescope, represent the earliest evidence of how the first stars and galaxies formed. The findings, published in Nature, suggest these clusters could be the seeds for the very first globular star clusters. Next, China has successfully completed its historic Chang'e-6 mission, returning samples from the far side of the moon. The mission, which targeted the moon's South Pole-Aitken Basin, has brought back 1,935.3 grams of lunar regolith. These samples are expected to provide new insights into the geological differences between the near and far sides of the moon. Finally, Rocket Lab celebrates a milestone with the successful launch of its 50th Electron rocket. This mission, named "No Time to Lose," deployed five satellites for the French Internet of Things company Kineis, marking a significant achievement in the company's rapid evolution. Follow our cosmic conversations on X @stuartgary, Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook. Join us as we unravel the mysteries of the universe, one episode at a time. Sponsor Offer This episode is proudly supported by NordPass. Secure your digital journey across the cosmos with a password manager you can trust. Find your stellar security solution at https://www.bitesz.com/nordpass. Listen to SpaceTime on your favourite podcast app including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you get your podcasts. Support SpaceTime Become a supporter of SpaceTime: https://www.bitesz.com/show/spacetime/support/ https://www.bitesz.com

1 JUL 2024 · The Space, Astronomy and Science Podcast. SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 79 *New insights into the formation of the first stars and galaxies Astronomers have discovered star clusters in ancient galaxies dating back to near the dawn of time. *China completes its sample return mission to the lunar far side China’s Chang'e-6 mission has concluded successfully with the return to Earth of the first samples from the lunar far side. *The fiftieth Electron flight reaches for the stars Rocket Lab has successfully launched its 50th Electron rocket. The milestone mission comes just seven years after Electron’s first launch back in May 2017. *The Science Report Study shows people who take daily multivitamins don’t live any longer than those who don’t take them. Could prunes be good for preventing Osteoporosis? A spectacular new species of horned, ceratopsian dinosaur unveiled Skeptics guide to employment personality tests   SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 80 *Two asteroids swoop past the Earth The European Space Agency has reported two large asteroids swooping past the Earth just 42 hours apart. *How will the first people live on Mars When the first humans travel to Mars in the next decade or so they’re simply not going to be able to take all the food they’ll need with them, they’ll need to grow some there. *Practicing a space workout on Earth An out-of-this-world workout could keep astronauts fit in space and you too can practice here on Earth (as long as you have access to a ‘Wall of Death’ and some bungee cord. *The Science Report Alcohol found responsible for some 2.6 million deaths annually. The genetic family tree of tomatoes, eggplants and potatoes. People can’t tell an AI voice from a real one – but their brains can. Alex on Tech Samsung Unpacked announced for July 10   SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 81 *A close-up look at lava lakes on Jupiter's moon Io New findings from NASA's Juno probe are showing Jupiter’s volcanic moon Io is covered in lakes of molten lava. *The Perseverance rover crosses an ancient Martian River NASA’s Mars Perseverance rover is continuing its exploration of the fascinating Bright Angel geological site in the Margin Unit of Jezero Crater. *Is space tourism healthy New research warns that billionaires buying a trip to space should be considering if their heart can take it. *July Skywatch Planet Earth at its greatest distance from the Sun, the constellations Regulus and Leo, and one of the biggest known stars in the universe Antares are among the highlights of July’s night skies on Skywatch.   https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com  https://www.bitesz.com/show/spacetime/   This week’s guests include: Noah Langenfeld Crop Physiologist Laboratory Utah State University from the Utah State University Professor Bruce Bugbee Director of the Crop Physiologist Laboratory from the Utah State University Chemistry and Biology Professor Lance Seefeldt from the Utah State University   And our regular guests: Alex Zaharov-Reutt from techadvice.life Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics Jonathan Nally from Sky and Telescope Magazine   🌏 Get Our Exclusive NordPass deal here ➼ https://www.bitesz.com/nordpass . The discount is incredible! And it’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌

28 JUN 2024 · Join us for SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 78, where we delve into the latest discoveries and missions in the vast expanse of space. First, the European Space Agency's Euclid Space Telescope has discovered seven more rogue planets in the darkness of interstellar space. These gas giants, each with at least four times the mass of Jupiter, were detected in the direction of the Orion Nebula. The study also confirmed the existence of dozens of other previously detected rogue planets, including four binaries. These lonely worlds, flung out of their original star systems, wander unbound through space, presenting a fascinating prospect for future research. Next, mission managers have announced that the European Space Agency's upcoming Hera mission will utilize a Mars flyby next March to study the Martian moon Demos. This maneuver will provide the necessary velocity to reach the Didymos binary asteroid system. Hera, together with cubesats Juventus and Milani, will closely examine the impact of NASA's DART spacecraft on Dimorphos, gathering essential data on its composition and structure. Finally, NASA's Voyager 1 is back, returning science data from all four of its instruments after overcoming a major technical failure. The spacecraft, the most distant man-made object in existence, had lost normal communications but is now once again providing valuable insights into interstellar space. Follow our cosmic conversations on X @stuartgary, Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook. Join us as we unravel the mysteries of the universe, one episode at a time. Sponsor Offer This episode is proudly supported by NordPass. Secure your digital journey across the cosmos with a password manager you can trust. Find your stellar security solution at https://www.bitesz.com/nordpass. Listen to SpaceTime on your favourite podcast app including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you get your podcasts. Support SpaceTime Become a supporter of SpaceTime: https://www.bitesz.com/show/spacetime/support/ https://www.bitesz.com

26 JUN 2024 · Join us for SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 77, where we explore the latest cosmic discoveries and advancements in space exploration. First, astronomers have discovered the earliest known pair of quasars in the process of merging. Reported in the Astrophysical Journal Letters, this discovery represents the earliest known merger of supermassive black holes, occurring just 900 million years after the Big Bang. This period, known as the cosmic dawn, is crucial for understanding the formation of the first stars and galaxies and the epoch of reionization. Next, NASA's Mars Perseverance rover has discovered oddly textured, popcorn-like rocks in a formation known as Bright Angel. These rocks suggest the presence of groundwater in Mars' past, and mission managers plan to conduct detailed exploration to uncover their origins. Finally, new insights into the Milky Way's supermassive black hole, Sagittarius A*, have been presented at the 244th meeting of the American Astronomical Society. Using decades of x-ray data, astronomers have uncovered previously undetected flares and echoes, providing valuable information about the black hole's environment and past activity. Follow our cosmic conversations on X @stuartgary, Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook. Join us as we unravel the mysteries of the universe, one episode at a time. Sponsor Offer This episode is proudly supported by NordPass. Secure your digital journey across the cosmos with a password manager you can trust. Find your stellar security solution at https://www.bitesz.com/nordpass. Listen to SpaceTime on your favourite podcast app including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you get your podcasts. Support SpaceTime Become a supporter of SpaceTime: https://www.bitesz.com/show/spacetime/support/ www.bitesz.com

24 JUN 2024 · Join us for SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 76, where we delve into the latest groundbreaking discoveries in planetary science and astronomy. First, scientists have uncovered evidence that fresh water existed on Earth about 4 billion years ago, pushing back the timeframe for the potential emergence of life by 500 million years. This discovery, based on zircon crystal analysis from the Jack Hills formation in Western Australia, challenges the long-held belief that Earth was entirely covered by oceans at that time. The study's findings suggest that fresh water and land masses existed much earlier, setting the stage for life to flourish. Next, new research indicates that the rotation of Earth's inner core has slowed down compared to the planet's surface. This discovery, reported in the journal Nature, shows that the inner core began to decelerate around 2010, moving slower than the Earth's mantle and crust for the first time in decades. The implications of this change are still being explored, but it may ultimately affect the length of the day. Finally, a new study suggests that Earth's encounter with dense interstellar clouds 2 million years ago may have significantly altered the planet's climate. The research, published in Nature Astronomy, posits that these clouds could have compressed the heliosphere, exposing Earth to increased levels of cosmic rays and altering its climatic conditions. Follow our cosmic conversations on X @stuartgary, Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook. Join us as we unravel the mysteries of the universe, one episode at a time. Sponsor Offer This episode is proudly supported by NordPass. Secure your digital journey across the cosmos with a password manager you can trust. Find your stellar security solution at https://www.bitesz.com/nordpass. Listen to SpaceTime on your favourite podcast app including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you get your podcasts. Support SpaceTime Become a supporter of SpaceTime: https://www.bitesz.com/show/spacetime/support/ www.bitesz.com

24 JUN 2024 · The Space, Astronomy and Science Podcast. SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 76 *Earliest evidence of freshwater on Earth Scientists have discovered evidence that the earliest fresh water existed on planet Earth about four billion years ago, that’s some five hundred million years earlier than previously thought. *The rotation of planet Earth’s inner core has slowed A new study suggests that the rotation of planet Earth’s inner core is slowing down compared to the planet’s surface. *How Earth’s encounter with interstellar clouds affected the climate A new study has found that the solar system may have passed through dense interstellar clouds 2 million years ago, altering Earth’s climate. *The Science Report China's nuclear weapons stockpile is growing faster than any other nation. Palaeontologists identify a new species of sauropodomorph dinosaur in Zimbabwe. Paranoid people think that others have similar beliefs to them. Skeptics guide to why are UFO videos always blurry   SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 77 *Discovery of the first ever pair of merging black holes at the cosmic dawn Astronomers have discovered a pair of quasars merging near the dawn of time.  The discovery represents the earliest known merger of a pair of supermassive black holes occurring just 900 million years after the Big Bang. *Perseverance finds weird popcorn-like rocks on Mars After months of driving, NASA’s Mars Perseverance rover has finally arrived at Bright Angel -- discovering oddly textured rock unlike any seen before. *Flares and echoes from the Milky Way’s monster black hole Astronomers have uncovered new information about the Milky Way galaxy’s central supermassive black hole, Sagittarius A*. *The Science Report One in five people infected with COVID-19 take more than three months to recover. Older patients under the care of a female doctor likely to live longer. How do you stop Artificial Intelligence from telling lies Alex on Tech Microsoft’s new co-pilot plus PCs are now2 on sale.   SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 78 *More rogue planets discovered in deep space The European Space Agency’s Euclid space telescope has discovered seven more free floating rogue planets forever alone in the darkness of interstellar space. *The Martian Moon Demos to be targeted as part of the Hera mission Mission managers have announced that the European Space Agency’s upcoming Hera mission will utilize a Mars flyby in March next year to study the Martian moon Demos and gain the extra velocity needed to reach the Didymos binary asteroid system early. *Voyager 1 returning science data from all four instruments NASA's Voyager 1 spacecraft is back conducting normal science operations for the first time following a major technical failure. *The Science Report Study shows too many refined carbs and starchy veggies could see you pile on the pounds in middle age. Warnings that even resting in the heat can stress your heart. A new study confirms that self-driving cars are better drivers than humans. Skeptics guide to calls for crowd sourcing research on UFO sightings     https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com  https://www.bitesz.com/show/spacetime/   This week’s guests include: Hamed Gamal-el-dien from Curtin University Perseverance Project scientist Ken Farley Nasa JPL Perseverance Deputy Project scientist Katy Stack Morgan NASA JPL Perseverance Deputy Project Manager Matt Wallace NASA JPL Perseverance Mobility Team Member Farah Alibay NASA JPL Perseverance Chief Engineer Adam Steltzner NASA JPL Hera Project Manager Ian Carnelli from ESA   And our regular guests: Alex Zaharov-Reutt from techadvice.life Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics   🌏 Get Our Exclusive NordPass deal here ➼ https://www.bitesz.com/nordpass . The discount is incredible! And it’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌   Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link:  https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen and access show links via https://linktr.ee/biteszHQ

21 JUN 2024 · Join us for SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 75, where we explore the latest cosmic events and scientific advancements shaping our understanding of the universe. First, we delve into how Mars lit up during last month's spectacular solar storm. These solar events provided astronomers with unprecedented data, revealing the impact of solar flares and coronal mass ejections on the Red Planet. We discuss the implications for future human missions to Mars and the potential radiation exposure astronauts might face. Next, unexpected differences have been discovered in the thickness of the Milky Way galaxy's disk. New observations reveal that the inner part of the disk is only half as thick as the outer part, challenging our understanding of the galaxy's structure and evolution. Finally, scientists have developed a new atlas dealing with space health, covering the broad-ranging molecular changes and DNA damage experienced during spaceflight. This research is crucial for preparing for long-term lunar and Martian missions. Follow our cosmic conversations on X @stuartgary, Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook. Join us as we unravel the mysteries of the universe, one episode at a time. Sponsor Offer This episode is proudly supported by NordPass. Secure your digital journey across the cosmos with a password manager you can trust. Find your stellar security solution at https://www.bitesz.com/nordpass Listen to SpaceTime on your favourite podcast app including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you get your podcasts. Support SpaceTime Become a supporter of SpaceTime: https://www.bitesz.com/show/spacetime/support/ https://www.bitesz.com

19 JUN 2024 · Join us for SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 74, where we explore the latest cosmic discoveries and advancements in space exploration. First, astronomers have discovered water frost on the solar system's tallest volcanoes, including Olympus Mons on Mars. This groundbreaking find challenges existing ideas about the red planet's climate dynamics and suggests the presence of water frost near the Martian equator for the first time. The study, led by Domus Valentinus, reveals that this frost is incredibly thin, likely only 100th of a millimeter thick, and consists of at least 150,000 tons of water that cycles between the surface and the atmosphere during the cold seasons. Next, we delve into the European Space Agency's Proba-3 mission, which aims to study the sun's outer atmosphere or corona. This innovative mission involves two spacecraft flying in formation to create an artificial solar eclipse, allowing for sustained study of the sun's faint coronal atmosphere. The mission will launch aboard an Indian PSLV rocket from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre and will demonstrate the precise positioning of two orbiting platforms. Finally, Virgin Galactic has successfully completed its final space tourism flight before a two-year pause to upgrade its fleet. The Galactic 7 mission carried two pilots and two passengers to the edge of space, marking the end of operations for VSS Unity. The company will now focus on developing its next-generation Delta-class space planes, which are expected to enter commercial operations in 2026. Follow our cosmic conversations on X @stuartgary, Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook. Join us as we unravel the mysteries of the universe, one episode at a time. Sponsor Offer This episode is proudly supported by NordPass. Secure your digital journey across the cosmos with a password manager you can trust. Find your stellar security solution at https://www.bitesz.com/nordpass Listen to SpaceTime on your favourite podcast app including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you get your podcasts. Support SpaceTime Become a supporter of SpaceTime:https://www.bitesz.com/show/spacetime/support/ https://www.bitesz.com

17 JUN 2024 · Join us for SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 73, where we delve into the latest cosmic discoveries and advancements shaping our understanding of the universe. First, astronomers have developed a new theory of dark matter to explain the mysterious dwarf galaxy Crater 2. Despite its proximity at 383,000 light-years from Earth and its large size—making it the fourth largest satellite galaxy orbiting the Milky Way—Crater 2 has a surprisingly low surface brightness and velocity dispersion. This has led scientists to propose the self-interacting dark matter (SIDM) theory, which may better account for the galaxy's unusual properties. Next, new research dismisses the idea of a lake under the Martian south polar ice cap. Instead, it suggests that the bright radar reflections previously interpreted as liquid water are likely due to resolution interference between radio waves. This finding, based on computer simulations, challenges the notion of subsurface liquid water on Mars. Finally, we highlight the development of a new daytime optical telescope, the Huntsman, which allows astronomers to observe celestial objects even when the sun is high overhead. This groundbreaking instrument, located at Siding Spring Observatory, uses an array of camera lenses designed for ultra-sensitive night sky observations but can also accurately measure stars and satellites during daylight. Follow our cosmic conversations on X @stuartgary, Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook. Join us as we unravel the mysteries of the universe, one episode at a time. Sponsor Offer This episode is proudly supported by NordPass. Secure your digital journey across the cosmos with a password manager you can trust. Find your stellar security solution at https://www.bitesz.com/nordpass For more sponsor offers visit: https://www.bitesz.com/sponsors/ Listen to SpaceTime on your favourite podcast app including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you get your podcasts. Support SpaceTime Become a supporter of SpaceTime: https://www.bitesz.com/show/astronomy-daily-the-podcast/support/

17 JUN 2024 · The Space, Astronomy and Science Podcast. SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 73 *A new theory of dark matter needed to explain a mysterious galaxy Astronomers have been forced to come up with a new theory of Dark Matter to try to explain a mysterious neighbouring galaxy discovered less than a decade ago. *New research finds lake under the Martian ice cap now unlikely Claims that a vast pool of liquid water may exist under the Martian south polar ice cap have taken a tumble with new research suggesting its nothing more than resolution interference between radar waves. *A new daytime optical telescope to study the stars Astronomers have pioneered a new technique for observing celestial objects during the day, potentially allowing around-the-clock visual monitoring of celestial objects and satellites. *The Science Report A new study warns that internet addiction in teens could be changing the way their brain works. A new approach to night vision technology using a filter thinner than a piece of clingwrap. Scientists rein in the timing of the domestication of the modern horse Skeptics guide to calls for NASA to help find Nessie   SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 74 *Water frost discovered on solar system’s tallest volcanoes Scientists have detected patches of water frost on the top of the red planets Tharsis volcanoes including Olympus Mons the biggest volcano in the solar system. *Europe’s Proba-3 mission to study the Sun The European Space Agency’s new Proba-3 mission to use two spacecraft flying in formation to study the Sun’s outer atmosphere or corona. *Virgin Galactic completes its final flight before two-year pause Virgin Galactic has successfully completed its last suborbital flight before undertaking a two-year pause of space tourism operations to upgrade its fleet. News of the hiatus comes as rival Blue Origin resume space tourism flights aboard New Shephard. *The Science Report New study shows that women on a Mediterranean diet are less likely to die. Scientists have discovered the biggest genome found to date belongs to a species of fern. Scientists have found that wild African savannah elephants appear to address each other by name. Alex on Tech Windows recall controversy continues   SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 75 *Mars lights up during last month’s solar storm Last month’s spectacular solar storms which hit the Earth triggering stunning auroral light displays also impacted the red planet Mars, providing astronomers with a treasure-trove of data. *Unexpected differences in the disk of the Milky Way Galaxy Astronomers have discovered an unexpected difference in thickness of the Milky Way Galaxy.  It seems the inner part has only half the thickness of the outer part. *A new atlas on space health From broad-ranging molecular changes and DNA damage, to immune system disruptions, how does spaceflight affect human biology? *The Science Report Could melatonin supplements improve your eyesight into older age. A newly identified 100-million-year-old fossilised pterosaur discovered in western Queensland. The very real grief suffered by fans when their favourite TV soapie gets axed. Skeptics guide to debunking Havana Syndrome   https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com  https://www.bitesz.com/show/spacetime/   This week’s guests include: Associate Professor Lee Spitler Head of Space Projects at Macquarie University's Australian Astronomical Optics AAO Proba 3 project manager Damien Galano from ESA ESA systems engineer Raphael Rougeot Proba 3 Coronograph Principal Investigator Andrei Zhukov Royal Observatory of Belgium Proba 3 systems engineer Esther Bastida Pertegaz Telespazio Belgium Proba 3 Operations Engineer Marie Beeckman Redwire Space Preoba 3 Systems and software engineer Teodor Bozhanov Vitrociset Belgium MAVEN Principal Investigator Shannon Curry from the University of Colorado   And our regular guests: Alex Zaharov-Reutt from techadvice.life Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics   🌏 Get Our Exclusive NordPass deal here ➼ https://www.bitesz.com/nordpass . The discount is incredible! And it’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌

1 JUL 2024 · The Space, Astronomy and Science Podcast. SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 79 *New insights into the formation of the first stars and galaxies Astronomers have discovered star clusters in ancient galaxies dating back to near the dawn of time. *China completes its sample return mission to the lunar far side China’s Chang'e-6 mission has concluded successfully with the return to Earth of the first samples from the lunar far side. *The fiftieth Electron flight reaches for the stars Rocket Lab has successfully launched its 50th Electron rocket. The milestone mission comes just seven years after Electron’s first launch back in May 2017. *The Science Report Study shows people who take daily multivitamins don’t live any longer than those who don’t take them. Could prunes be good for preventing Osteoporosis? A spectacular new species of horned, ceratopsian dinosaur unveiled Skeptics guide to employment personality tests   SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 80 *Two asteroids swoop past the Earth The European Space Agency has reported two large asteroids swooping past the Earth just 42 hours apart. *How will the first people live on Mars When the first humans travel to Mars in the next decade or so they’re simply not going to be able to take all the food they’ll need with them, they’ll need to grow some there. *Practicing a space workout on Earth An out-of-this-world workout could keep astronauts fit in space and you too can practice here on Earth (as long as you have access to a ‘Wall of Death’ and some bungee cord. *The Science Report Alcohol found responsible for some 2.6 million deaths annually. The genetic family tree of tomatoes, eggplants and potatoes. People can’t tell an AI voice from a real one – but their brains can. Alex on Tech Samsung Unpacked announced for July 10   SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 81 *A close-up look at lava lakes on Jupiter's moon Io New findings from NASA's Juno probe are showing Jupiter’s volcanic moon Io is covered in lakes of molten lava. *The Perseverance rover crosses an ancient Martian River NASA’s Mars Perseverance rover is continuing its exploration of the fascinating Bright Angel geological site in the Margin Unit of Jezero Crater. *Is space tourism healthy New research warns that billionaires buying a trip to space should be considering if their heart can take it. *July Skywatch Planet Earth at its greatest distance from the Sun, the constellations Regulus and Leo, and one of the biggest known stars in the universe Antares are among the highlights of July’s night skies on Skywatch.   https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com  https://www.bitesz.com/show/spacetime/   This week’s guests include: Noah Langenfeld Crop Physiologist Laboratory Utah State University from the Utah State University Professor Bruce Bugbee Director of the Crop Physiologist Laboratory from the Utah State University Chemistry and Biology Professor Lance Seefeldt from the Utah State University   And our regular guests: Alex Zaharov-Reutt from techadvice.life Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics Jonathan Nally from Sky and Telescope Magazine   🌏 Get Our Exclusive NordPass deal here ➼ https://www.bitesz.com/nordpass . The discount is incredible! And it’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌

24 JUN 2024 · The Space, Astronomy and Science Podcast. SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 76 *Earliest evidence of freshwater on Earth Scientists have discovered evidence that the earliest fresh water existed on planet Earth about four billion years ago, that’s some five hundred million years earlier than previously thought. *The rotation of planet Earth’s inner core has slowed A new study suggests that the rotation of planet Earth’s inner core is slowing down compared to the planet’s surface. *How Earth’s encounter with interstellar clouds affected the climate A new study has found that the solar system may have passed through dense interstellar clouds 2 million years ago, altering Earth’s climate. *The Science Report China's nuclear weapons stockpile is growing faster than any other nation. Palaeontologists identify a new species of sauropodomorph dinosaur in Zimbabwe. Paranoid people think that others have similar beliefs to them. Skeptics guide to why are UFO videos always blurry   SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 77 *Discovery of the first ever pair of merging black holes at the cosmic dawn Astronomers have discovered a pair of quasars merging near the dawn of time.  The discovery represents the earliest known merger of a pair of supermassive black holes occurring just 900 million years after the Big Bang. *Perseverance finds weird popcorn-like rocks on Mars After months of driving, NASA’s Mars Perseverance rover has finally arrived at Bright Angel -- discovering oddly textured rock unlike any seen before. *Flares and echoes from the Milky Way’s monster black hole Astronomers have uncovered new information about the Milky Way galaxy’s central supermassive black hole, Sagittarius A*. *The Science Report One in five people infected with COVID-19 take more than three months to recover. Older patients under the care of a female doctor likely to live longer. How do you stop Artificial Intelligence from telling lies Alex on Tech Microsoft’s new co-pilot plus PCs are now2 on sale.   SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 78 *More rogue planets discovered in deep space The European Space Agency’s Euclid space telescope has discovered seven more free floating rogue planets forever alone in the darkness of interstellar space. *The Martian Moon Demos to be targeted as part of the Hera mission Mission managers have announced that the European Space Agency’s upcoming Hera mission will utilize a Mars flyby in March next year to study the Martian moon Demos and gain the extra velocity needed to reach the Didymos binary asteroid system early. *Voyager 1 returning science data from all four instruments NASA's Voyager 1 spacecraft is back conducting normal science operations for the first time following a major technical failure. *The Science Report Study shows too many refined carbs and starchy veggies could see you pile on the pounds in middle age. Warnings that even resting in the heat can stress your heart. A new study confirms that self-driving cars are better drivers than humans. Skeptics guide to calls for crowd sourcing research on UFO sightings     https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com  https://www.bitesz.com/show/spacetime/   This week’s guests include: Hamed Gamal-el-dien from Curtin University Perseverance Project scientist Ken Farley Nasa JPL Perseverance Deputy Project scientist Katy Stack Morgan NASA JPL Perseverance Deputy Project Manager Matt Wallace NASA JPL Perseverance Mobility Team Member Farah Alibay NASA JPL Perseverance Chief Engineer Adam Steltzner NASA JPL Hera Project Manager Ian Carnelli from ESA   And our regular guests: Alex Zaharov-Reutt from techadvice.life Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics   🌏 Get Our Exclusive NordPass deal here ➼ https://www.bitesz.com/nordpass . The discount is incredible! And it’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌   Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link:  https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen and access show links via https://linktr.ee/biteszHQ

17 JUN 2024 · The Space, Astronomy and Science Podcast. SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 73 *A new theory of dark matter needed to explain a mysterious galaxy Astronomers have been forced to come up with a new theory of Dark Matter to try to explain a mysterious neighbouring galaxy discovered less than a decade ago. *New research finds lake under the Martian ice cap now unlikely Claims that a vast pool of liquid water may exist under the Martian south polar ice cap have taken a tumble with new research suggesting its nothing more than resolution interference between radar waves. *A new daytime optical telescope to study the stars Astronomers have pioneered a new technique for observing celestial objects during the day, potentially allowing around-the-clock visual monitoring of celestial objects and satellites. *The Science Report A new study warns that internet addiction in teens could be changing the way their brain works. A new approach to night vision technology using a filter thinner than a piece of clingwrap. Scientists rein in the timing of the domestication of the modern horse Skeptics guide to calls for NASA to help find Nessie   SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 74 *Water frost discovered on solar system’s tallest volcanoes Scientists have detected patches of water frost on the top of the red planets Tharsis volcanoes including Olympus Mons the biggest volcano in the solar system. *Europe’s Proba-3 mission to study the Sun The European Space Agency’s new Proba-3 mission to use two spacecraft flying in formation to study the Sun’s outer atmosphere or corona. *Virgin Galactic completes its final flight before two-year pause Virgin Galactic has successfully completed its last suborbital flight before undertaking a two-year pause of space tourism operations to upgrade its fleet. News of the hiatus comes as rival Blue Origin resume space tourism flights aboard New Shephard. *The Science Report New study shows that women on a Mediterranean diet are less likely to die. Scientists have discovered the biggest genome found to date belongs to a species of fern. Scientists have found that wild African savannah elephants appear to address each other by name. Alex on Tech Windows recall controversy continues   SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 75 *Mars lights up during last month’s solar storm Last month’s spectacular solar storms which hit the Earth triggering stunning auroral light displays also impacted the red planet Mars, providing astronomers with a treasure-trove of data. *Unexpected differences in the disk of the Milky Way Galaxy Astronomers have discovered an unexpected difference in thickness of the Milky Way Galaxy.  It seems the inner part has only half the thickness of the outer part. *A new atlas on space health From broad-ranging molecular changes and DNA damage, to immune system disruptions, how does spaceflight affect human biology? *The Science Report Could melatonin supplements improve your eyesight into older age. A newly identified 100-million-year-old fossilised pterosaur discovered in western Queensland. The very real grief suffered by fans when their favourite TV soapie gets axed. Skeptics guide to debunking Havana Syndrome   https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com  https://www.bitesz.com/show/spacetime/   This week’s guests include: Associate Professor Lee Spitler Head of Space Projects at Macquarie University's Australian Astronomical Optics AAO Proba 3 project manager Damien Galano from ESA ESA systems engineer Raphael Rougeot Proba 3 Coronograph Principal Investigator Andrei Zhukov Royal Observatory of Belgium Proba 3 systems engineer Esther Bastida Pertegaz Telespazio Belgium Proba 3 Operations Engineer Marie Beeckman Redwire Space Preoba 3 Systems and software engineer Teodor Bozhanov Vitrociset Belgium MAVEN Principal Investigator Shannon Curry from the University of Colorado   And our regular guests: Alex Zaharov-Reutt from techadvice.life Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics   🌏 Get Our Exclusive NordPass deal here ➼ https://www.bitesz.com/nordpass . The discount is incredible! And it’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌

10 JUN 2024 · The Space, Astronomy and Science Podcast. SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 70 *A successful test flight for Starship The world’s largest and most powerful rocket sPACEx’S Starship has successfully completed its fourth test flight. *China probe lands successfully on the far side of Moon China's Chang'e-6 lunar lander has successfully touched down on the far side of the Moon for an historic sample return mission. *Three new Australian built satellites arrive in Japan for launch to the ISS Teams from Curtin University’s Binar Space Program have just delivered three cubesat spacecraft to the Japanese launch provider Space BD for eventual transport to the International Space Station. *The Science Report There’s now a 60% chance of a La Niña weather pattern developing between July and September. There’s now an 80% likelihood of exceeding 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels between now and 2028. The new mRNA-based melanoma vaccine which reduces the risk of cancer reoccurrence by 49%. Skeptics guide to the Catholic Church’s view on the paranormal   SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 71 *The Hubble Space Telescope to wind back operations. It’s been described as the most valuable scientific instrument ever made – but NASA has been forced to announce that the Hubble Space Telescope will begin winding back its science program. *Starliner finally launches After years of delays and technical issues Boeing's Starliner has finally launched taking its first manned flight to the International Space Station. *NASA's OSIRIS-APEX unscathed after a searing pass by the Sun Mission managers say NASA's OSIRIS-APEX spacecraft has survived its closest ever encounter with the Sun. *The Science Report A new study finds a link between eczema and the amount of salt in your diet. The importance of friends to reduce your risk of heart disease in older age. The study showing how irrational, inconsistent, and prone to making mistakes AI chatbots are. Alex on Tech: e-safety commissioner back down   SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 72 *Moon orbiting asteroid Dinkinesh ends up being two tiny moons stuck together Astronomers have discovered that a tiny moonlet orbiting the main belt asteroid Dinkinesh is actually two little moons that have melded together. *Could there be an underground ocean on Saturn's moon Mimas? Scientists are speculating that Saturn's tiny moon Mimas could have developed an underground ocean as its orbital eccentricity decreased to its present value and caused its icy shell to melt and thin. *NASA launches its second PREFIRE satellite aboard Rocket Lab’s Electron NASA has launched the second of a pair of earth observation satellites designed to study how much heat the Arctic and Antarctica radiate into space and how this influences global climates. *The Science Report Confirmation that circumcised men who have sex with other men are at lower risk of HIV infection. Warnings that mature eucalyptus trees don’t increase their growth with increased carbon dioxide. The new study that shows how frequently dope can trigger psychotic symptoms. Skeptics guide to shadow figures   https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com  https://www.bitesz.com/show/spacetime/   This week’s guests include: Curtin University Senior Engineer Dr Fergus Downey PreFire Principal Investigator Tristan L’Ecuyer from the University of Wisconsin PreFire Instrument lead Engineer Sharmila Padmanabhan from NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory PreFire Research Assistant Natasha Vos from the University of Wisconsin   And our regular guests: Alex Zaharov-Reutt from techadvice.life Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics   🌏 Get Our Exclusive NordPass deal here ➼ https://www.bitesz.com/nordpass . The discount is incredible! And it’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌   Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link:  https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen and access show links via https://linktr.ee/biteszHQ

3 JUN 2024 · SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 67, 68, and 69 w/c June 3, 2024 The Space, Astronomy and Science Podcast. SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 67 *Last month’s powerful solar storm returns That spectacular Sunspot region which triggered the most violent solar storm activity in decades has returned. After disappearing around the southwest limb of the Sun two weeks ago -- active region AR3664 now newly numbered as AR3697 is back and has brought more geomagnetic storms with it. *Next test flight for world’s biggest rocket set for June 5 SpaceX says Starship, the world's largest and most powerful rocket will undertake its next test flight on June 5. The flight from the company's Starbase in Boca Chica, Texas will follow a similar trajectory as the last three missions – launching over the Gulf of Mexico with the superheavy booster stage undertaking a controlled landing in the water – while the upper stage starship will attempt to achieve orbit and eventually a controlled re-entry and soft splashdown landing in the Indian Ocean. *Astronomy shown to be set in standing stone Back in 2017 scientists at the University of Adelaide were for the first time ever able to statistically prove that the earliest standing stone monuments of Britain, the great circles, were constructed specifically in line with the movements of the Sun and Moon, 5000 years ago. The research, published in the Journal of Archaeological Science: Reports changed our understanding of these great ancient monoliths forever. *The Science Report A new study has shown that the COVID-19 vaccines currently available in Australia are still effective Flinders University researchers have uncovered the skull of Australia’s 2 metre tall giant goose. An Iranian politician claims the Islamic republic has developed nuclear weapons. Skeptics guide to the CIA’s project stargate   SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 68 *Is Venus still volcanically active – the data says maybe yes A new analysis of data from NASA’s Magellan’s radar has identified two volcanoes on the mysterious world of Venus that appear to have erupted in the early 1990s. *Discovery of a new kind of volcanic eruption Scientists have discovered what they describe as a new kind of volcanic eruption. A report in the journal Nature Geoscience claims the Kīlauea volcano erupted like a stomp-rocket in 2018 – something never seen before. *Maiden flight of the new Ariane 6 slated for next month The European Space Agency says the inaugural flight of its new Ariane 6 launch vehicle will likely take place during the first two weeks of July. *The Science Report Studies show vaccines are our best shot at staying safe from a new strain of bird flu. A new study has found that the popular kids at school get less sleep. Scientists say early feathered dinosaurs may have had two different kinds of skin. Alex on Tech The growing dangers of A.I.   SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 69 *Webb finds most distant known galaxy Astronomers have detected the earliest known galaxy so far discovered – located a record breaking two hundred and ninety million years after the big bang. *Discovery of a massive new collection of exoplanets Astronomers have just announced the discovery of no less than 120 confirmed and six new candidate exoplanets. *New X-ray observations highlight changes in two famous supernova remnants NASA’s Chandra X ray telescope has undertaken new movies spanning two decades which are showing astronomers dramatic changes in two of the most famous objects in the sky – the Crab Nebula and Cassiopeia A supernova remnants. *The Science Report Changes in global ocean circulation are increasing the frequency and intensity of extreme cold events. IVF kids have no overall increased risk of childhood cancer that the general population. Recycled concrete and glass aggregates are increasing the recycling rate of waste materials. Skeptics guide to how philosophers saw alien life   https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com  https://www.bitesz.com/show/spacetime/   This week’s guests include: Gail Higginbottom from the University of Adelaide Aline Decadi ESA Ariane 6 Launch System Dependability and Safety lead Tina Buechner Da Costa ESA Ariane 6 launch system engineer   And our regular guests: Alex Zaharov-Reutt from techadvice.life Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics   🌏 Get Our Exclusive NordPass deal here ➼ https://www.bitesz.com/nordpass . The discount is incredible! And it’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌

27 MAY 2024 · The Space, Astronomy and Science Podcast. Monday SpaceTime 20240527 Series 27 Episode 64 *New research into how sunspots are formed The spectacular solar storms which shook the Earth earlier this month may originate closer to the Sun’s surface than previously thought. *NASA and ESA to launch a joint mission to search for signs of life on Mars NASA and the European Space Agency have agreed on a new joint mission to search for signs of life on the red planet Mars. *New weapons in battle against space junk Scientists are hoping to use hunter killer satellites equipped with plasma guns to deal with space junk. *The Science Report Warnings that there’s no known way to stop artificial intelligence from taking control. A new study claims a lack of sleep in childhood could increase the risk of psychosis. Teens who vape have twice as much uranium and 30% more lead in their urine. Skeptics guide to TikTok health advice   SpaceTime 20240529 Series 27 Episode 65 *Intriguing features discovered in new images of the Jovian ice moon Europa New Images of the Jovian ice moon Europa taken by NASA’s Juno spacecraft have turned up some intriguing features. *A new model for formation of free-floating planets Astronomers believe gravitational perturbations between stars in dense clusters could fling orbiting planets out of their birth systems and into interstellar space. *Perseverance collects its 24th rock sample NASA’s Mars Perseverance Rover has collected its 24th rock core sample in Jezero Crater. *The Science Report Fish oil supplements associated with a 13% increased risk of developing atrial fibrillation. A famous strip of ancient Egyptian pyramids pointing to a long-lost branch of the river Nile. Twitter under the control of Jack Dorsey appeared to have been overlooking misinformation. Alex on Tech is Microsoft’s new recall feature spying on you   SpaceTime 20240531 Series 27 Episode 66 *A glitch aboard the Bepi Columbo spacecraft bound for Mercury The joint ESA/JAXA BepiColombo spacecraft has experienced a sudden glitch which is preventing the spacecraft's thrusters from operating at full power. *Exploring the unexplored regions of Venus’s magnetosphere A fleeting visit by BepiColombo to Venus has revealed surprising insights into how gases are stripped away from the upper layers of the planet’s atmosphere. *An explanation for stars that suddenly vanish Astronomers have shown evidence of how massive stars can simply disappear turning into stellar mass black holes in a whisper rather than a scream. *Skywatch June The June solstice, the spectacular Sombrero Galaxy, the heart of our galaxy in the constellation Sagittarius, and the Taurids meteor shower are among the highlights of the June night skies on Skywatch.   https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com  https://www.bitesz.com/show/spacetime/   This week’s guests include: Rod Boswell from the Australian National University Research School of Physics and Engineering Europa Clipper project scientist Robet Pappalardo from NASA Europa Clipper deputy project scientist Bonnie Buratti from NASA Europa Clipper staff scientist Kate Craft from Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory Europa Clipper staff scientist Erin Leonard from NASA Europa Clipper Investigation scientist Shawn Brooks from NASA BepiColumbo project Scientist Johannes Benkhoff from ESA BepiColumbo project Manager Ulrich Reininghaus from ESA And our regular guests: Alex Zaharov-Reutt from techadvice.life Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics   🌏 Get Our Exclusive NordPass deal here ➼ https://www.bitesz.com/nordpass . The discount is incredible! And it’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌   Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link:  https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen and access show links via https://linktr.ee/biteszHQ Additionally, listeners can support the podcast and gain access to bonus content by becoming a SpaceTime crew member through http://www.bitesz.supercast.com or through premium versions on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Details on our website at https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com

20 MAY 2024 · The Space, Astronomy and Science Podcast. SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 61 *Spectacular solar storms stun the world The Sun has produced its biggest flare in nearly two decades.  The massive X8.7 class explosion rounded off more than a week of spectacular geomagnetic storms which pummeled the Earth and created dazzling northern and southern auroral lights which reached mid latitude skies normally unaccustomed to such spectacles. *Unusual activity in Earth’s magnetotail Astronomers have detected an unusual event in the Earth’s magnetotail, the elongated portion of the planet’s magnetosphere trailing away from the Sun. *Scanning the skies for neutrinos from under the sea China has started construction of a deep-sea neutrino telescope in the western Pacific. *The Science Report New observations confirmed that April 2024 was the hottest month on record. Confirmation that plant-based foods are better for your health than a meat based diet. Males with low testosterone levels may have an increased risk of dying prematurely. Skeptics guide to the Shroud of Turin   SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 62 *New Earth-sized world discovered orbiting an ultra-cool star Astronomers have discovered a new, Earth-sized planet orbiting an ultra-cool red dwarf star just 55 light years away. *Stellar slow lane at the Milky Way’s outer edge A new study suggests that stars orbiting along the outer edge of the Milky Way’s disk are travelling more slowly than those orbiting closer to the centre. *Revealing dark matter’s ghostly effect on stellar streams Astronomers believe the new Vera C. Rubin Observatory may hold answers to one of the biggest questions about the Universe: what is dark matter? *The Science Report Heat waves over the 4 hottest months cause over 150,000 deaths around the world annually. Scientists confirm the iconic baobab tree originated in Madagascar. Google nest showing its lefty woke programming. Alex on Tech the battle of the Ais   Friday SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 63 *Some of the universe’s oldest stars found in our own backyard Astronomers have discovered three of the oldest stars in the universe in the halo of the Milky Way Galaxy. *Juice a year into its mission to Jupiter The Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer or Juice spacecraft has just celebrated its first year in space as it continues its eight-year journey to the Jovian ice moons Ganymede, Callisto, and Europa. *Russia test launch their new heavy-lift Angara-A5 rocket The Kremlin have undertaken a successful test launch of Russia’s new heavy-lift Angara-A5 rocket. *The Science Report 246 million more older adults are projected to be exposed to dangerous acute heat by 2050. Junk food is linked to a higher risk of over 30 different physical and mental health and sleep problems. Kids and playground gossip. Skeptics guide to another bigfoot sighting.   https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com  https://www.bitesz.com/show/spacetime/   This week’s guests include: Dr. Clancy James, from Curtin University and the International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research Co-convener of the Dark Matter Working Group in the Rubin Observatory/LSST Dark Energy Science Collaboration Nora Shipp from Carnegie Mellon University And our regular guests: Alex Zaharov-Reutt from techadvice.life Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics   🌏 Get Our Exclusive NordPass deal here ➼ https://www.bitesz.com/nordpass . The discount is incredible! And it’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌

13 MAY 2024 · The Space, Astronomy and Science Podcast. SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 58 *How a weak magnetic field may have supported the diversification of life on Earth A new study has found that an unusual reduction in the strength of the Earth’s magnetic field may have triggered the diversification of life on Earth. *The power of black holes even greater than previously estimated A new study has shown how quickly erupting supermassive black holes can shut off star formation in big galaxies. *China's Chang'e-6 Lunar Mission blasts off China has successfully launched its Chang'e-6 sample return mission which will attempt to collect the first lunar rocks from the far side of the Moon. *The Science Report Olive oil linked to a lower risk of dementia-related death An additional 4.7 billion people to be at risk of malaria and dengue due to climate change. Artificial intelligence shown to lie, make stuff up and now trick people Skeptics guide to the Westall UFO sighting   SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 59 *Why Venus has almost no water A new study claims Earth’s scalding and uninhabitable sister planet Venus became incredibly dry after losing much of its atmospheric hydrogen into space through a process called dissociative recombination. *A space railroad on the moon NASA is looking at building a railway on the Moon to transport freight across the lunar surface. *New volcanic eruption early warning satellite launched A new satellite has been launched from the International Space Station to study volcanic activity from orbit. *The Science Report Ultra-processed junk foods, especially processed meats, associated with a higher risk of dying early. A new carbon-negative concrete AI showing clear racist and woke programming Alex on tech: New I-pads released   SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 60 *One of the most ancient stars ever seen in another galaxy Astronomers have discovered one of the most ancient stars ever seen in another galaxy. *NASA's Hubble pauses science due to gyro issue NASA’s Hubble space telescope is back in operation after suddenly entering safe mode last month due to an ongoing gyroscope issue. *SNOOPI launched into orbit A new CubeSat has been launched from the International Space Station. *The Science Report Long-term daily aspirin use could help slow and prevent the progression of colorectal cancer Chimpanzees learn to improve their tool use as they age The first known example of a wild animal using a plant with medicinal properties to treat a wound   https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com  https://www.bitesz.com/show/spacetime/   This week’s guests include: Rebecca Davies from Swinburne University Robert Wright, director of the Hawaii Institute of Geophysics and Planetology at the University of Hawaiʻi Professor James Garrison, professor of aeronautics and astronautics at Purdue University and principal investigator for SNoOPI And our regular guests: Alex Zaharov-Reutt from techadvice.life Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics Jonathan Nally from Sky and Telescope Magazine   🌏 Get Our Exclusive NordPass deal here ➼ https://www.bitesz.com/nordpass . The discount is incredible! And it’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌   Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link:  https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen and access show links via https://linktr.ee/biteszHQ

6 MAY 2024 · The Space, Astronomy and Science Podcast. SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 55 *New findings point to an Earth-like environment on ancient Mars A new study using data from NASA’s Mars curiosity rover suggests there was once an Earth-like environment on ancient Mars. *Could purple be the new green in search for alien life A new study suggests that life on other planets with different atmospheres and orbiting different types of stars wouldn’t display Earth like forests of green. *HyImpulse’s SR75 rocket blasts off Germany’s HyImpulse has successfully launched its SR75 sounding rocket on a test flight from Southern Launch’s Koonibba Test Range west of Ceduna on South Australia’s west coast. *The Science Report Being vegetarian is linked to a much slower progression of prostate cancer. A new way of cleaning up per-and poly-Fluro-alkyls – the so called forever chemicals. Why do people prefer their alcoholic beverages cold. Skeptics guide to when psychics say the Russian invasion of Ukraine will end.   SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 56 *Enceladus geysers erupt through strike–slip motion A new study suggests that the spectacular geysers erupting from the Saturnian moon Enceladus’ south pole tiger strips are caused by the same process which triggers California’s San Andreas fault. *NASA scientists gear up for solar storms at Mars As the Sun’s activity continues to ramp up as it approaches Solar Max – the climax of its eleven-year solar cycle – scientists with NASA are preparing to observe how the increase in solar storms and radiation could affect equipment and humans on the Red Planet Mars. *NASA confirms space junk slammed into a Florida home NASA has confirmed that an object which crashed into a Florida home last month was a chunk of space junk jettisoned from the International Space Station. *The Science Report Older adults who begin to lose their sense of smell are more likely to lose their mobility faster. A self-digesting plastic which could help reduce plastic pollution. Teens who spend too much time online are more likely to skip school. Alex on Tech New i-Pads with AI capabilities on-device.   SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 57 *New observations show galaxies evolved much faster than previously thought A new study suggests that star bars found in the centre of many spiral galaxies including our own Milky Way, indicate that early galaxies evolved much faster than previously thought. *How the moon turned itself inside out A new study combining computer simulations and spacecraft data is helping to explain the long-standing mystery surrounding the Moon's lopsided geology. *New crew takes over China’s space station China's Shenzhou 17 taikonauts have returned safely to Earth after spending six months aboard Beijing’s Tiangong space station. *May Skywatch We explore the constellation Scorpius, the spectacular M6 and M7 open star clusters and the Eta-Aquarids meteor shower produced by Halley’s Comet in the May edition of Skywatch.   https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com  https://www.bitesz.com/show/spacetime/   This week’s guests include: Lígia Fonseca Coelho from Cornell university Associate professor Lisa Kaltenegger from Cornell University Shannon Curry from the University of Colorado boulder and principal scientist for NASA’s Mars Atmosphere and Volatile EvolutioN spacecraft MAVEN   And our regular guests: Alex Zaharov-Reutt from techadvice.life Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics Jonathan Nally from Sky and Telescope Magazine   🌏 Get Our Exclusive NordPass deal here ➼ https://www.bitesz.com/nordpass . The discount is incredible! And it’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌

22 APR 2024 · The Space, Astronomy and Science Podcast. SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 49 *Discovery of the most massive stellar black hole in our galaxy Astronomers have identified the most massive stellar black hole yet discovered in the Milky Way galaxy. *Rewriting the evolution of white dwarf stars Astronomers have discovered a small population of white dwarf stars that have mysteriously stopped cooling. *Development of a new bigger Cygnus Cargo ship Engineers are developing a new updated version of the Cygnus Cargo ship for future supply missions to the International Space Station. *The Science Report The Bureau of Meteorology has declared the El Niño weather event of 2023-24 has finally ended. Claims drinking more than a glass of sweetened drinks daily linked to chronic kidney disease. Scientists discover the remains of what could be the largest marine reptile ever to live. Skeptics guide to Sweden’s paranormal phenomena archive   SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 50 *NASA confirms its Dragonfly rotorcraft mission to Saturn's moon Titan NASA has confirmed that it will send a rotocopter mission to the organic-rich Saturnian world of Titan. *NASA say good bye for now to their Mars Ingenuity Helicopter NASA scientists have said good bye for now to their intrepid little Mars Ingenuity Helicopter which was grounded in January following rotor damage while flying over the Red planet’s Jezero Crater. *South Korea launches a new spy satellite South Korea has launched its second domestically made spy satellite into orbit *The Science Report The Great Barrier Reef now going through a fifth bleaching event due to climate change. Palaeontologists have described three unusual new species of giant fossil kangaroo. The first ever ‘World Cybercrime Index, Alex on Tech AMD rolls out its new AI-enhanced chips   SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 51 *How Pluto got its heart The mystery of how Pluto got a giant heart-shaped feature on its surface has finally been solved with the cause being attributed to a giant and slow oblique-angle impact. *No gamma rays from nearby supernova The explosive death of a star in a nearby supernova last year offered astrophysicists an opportunity to test ideas about how these powerful blasts accelerate cosmic rays to super luminal speeds. *Last ever Delta rocket launch A bit of history was made this month with the last ever launch of a delta rocket. *The Science Report More than one billion people in the world are now living with obesity. Study says foods that contain resistant could help with weight loss. The new automatic toilet flushing device that only works with the lid down to keep the nasties in.   https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com  https://www.bitesz.com/show/spacetime/ This week’s guests include: Simon Blouin from the University of Victoria in British Columbia And our regular guests: Alex Zaharov-Reutt from techadvice.life Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics   🌏 Get Our Exclusive NordPass deal here ➼ https://www.bitesz.com/nordpass . The discount is incredible! And it’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌