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Astronomers find a sun-like star orbiting a nearby black hole
In 1916, Karl Schwarzchild theorized the existence of black holes as a resolution to Einstein’s field equations for his Theory of General Relativity.
By the...
Astronomers find a water world planet with deep oceans in the habitable zone
In the search for extrasolar planets, astronomers and astrobiologists generally pursue a policy of “follow the water.”
This comes down to searching for planets that...
What is the best radiation shielding for the surface of Mars
The planet Mars is calling to us.
At least, that is the impression one gets when examining all the planned and proposed missions to the...
Why these doctors vaccinated their 5-11-year-old children right away
When federal health officials authorized the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for kids 5-11 years old last November, eager parents across the country rushed to set...
What are the links between COVID-19, brain harm and dementia risk?
Headaches, brain fog and that peculiar inability to smell or taste things. By now most people know these symptoms as a few of the...
Where you live can greatly affect heart, brain health
Liz Harris won't let anything stop her from walking. Three mornings a week, she descends three flights of stairs and heads to Anacostia Park.
It's...
Smog exposure linked to higher risk of cardiac arrest
Exposure to ozone, the main ingredient in smog – even at levels below federal safety standards – may increase the risk of going into...
What can you do about the opioid crisis? Get a free naloxone kit and...
Who needs a free naloxone kit?
Just about anyone who might come across an opioid overdose, according to a range of University of Alberta experts.
Alberta...
Double-walled nanotubes could be highly useful for solar panels, says new study
One nanotube could be great for electronics applications, but there's new evidence that two could be tops.
Rice University engineers already knew that size matters...
What to know before the ‘Game of Thrones’ series finale
After eight seasons and 47 Emmy Awards, HBO’s Game of Thrones will air its series finale Sunday night.
Since premiering in 2011, the show has...