Light pollution is the arch nemesis of astronomy, spoiling both the enjoyment of the night sky and the professional study of our universe. For years we’ve assumed that streetlights are the main culprit behind light pollution, but a recent study has shown that streetlights contribute no more than 20% of […]
Second cable breaks at Puerto Rico’s Arecibo telescope
The already battered Arecibo Observatory was hit with another blow on 7 November when one of its 12 main support cables snapped and tore through the radio telescope’s main dish. The incident comes just 3 months after the failure of another cable. Researchers are concerned that increasing stresses on remaining […]
With inauguration 10 weeks away, Biden’s pandemic plans face agonizing wait
Science’s COVID-19 reporting is supported by the Pulitzer Center and the Heising-Simons Foundation.
2021 Land Rover Discovery sports newish looks, lots of new tech
This three-row family hauler should make life even easier for all aboard.
Cascade Components Announces Evil Offering Link
• 145 mm of travel• Progression increased to 35% compared to 23% with stock link• Sealed Enduro MAX bearings• CNC’d from 6061-T6 in the USA• Colors: Black, silver, orange• Cost: $249 USD.
All You Need To Know About the Chinese Space Program
China’s journey from being a mere contender in the space race to becoming the world’s third largest space power.
Watch a million-dollar sports car destroyed in crash test
I’m still not quite over the shock. It’s been around 30 years since I was among a group of American automotive journalists invited to visit Germany to see some of the newest technological innovations developed by Mercedes-Benz and its engineering team.
Our 2020 BMW M340i Returns to the Open Road
After sleeping through spring, the M340i finally stretches its legs and reaches the 20,000-mile mark.
Stellantis unveils corporate logo as merger process continues
Stellantis—the product of a merger between Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) and France’s PSA Group—revealed its logo on Monday.
Volvo recalls 2500 cars in Australia after a death linked to a faulty airbag in the US
Approximately 2500 Volvo cars in Australia are the subject of a recall after a death in the US linked to a faulty airbag.