Tech

A white passenger jet is seen from above, flying to the right through a blue sky a white puffy clouds.

NASA awards $11.5 million to help design the aircraft of tomorrow

By Samantha Mathewson published

NASA has awarded $11.5 million to five organizations that will contribute to the study of new design concepts for more sustainable aircraft.

Tech
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Boom Supersonic's XB-1 jet sets new speed record during 7th test flight

By Samantha Mathewson published

Boom Supersonic's XB-1 aircraft set a new speed record during its latest test flight on Nov. 5, marking a major milestone toward flying at supersonic speeds.

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Spaceflight

Photo of a Blue Origin New Shepard rocket launching the NS-20 space tourist mission in March 2022.

Watch Blue Origin launch 'Space Gal' Emily Calandrelli, 5 others on tourism flight today

By Josh Dinner last updated

Blue Origin's next space tourism mission is launching Nov. 22, with 'Space Gal' Emily Calandrelli. Watch live on Space.com.

Private Spaceflight
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Flight suit worn on 1st all-private astronaut mission to ISS debuts on display

By Robert Z. Pearlman published

When Michael Lopez-Alegria commanded the first privately funded crewed mission to visit the International Space Station, he traded his NASA "blues" for a "Deep Space" and "Mesosphere" flight suit.

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Science & Astronomy

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Precise new moon map could help guide future sample-return missions

By Keith Cooper published

The age of Mare Orientale could act like a lunar Rosetta stone for dating the age of the moon's other giant impact basins.

The moon
On the left an orange-brown sphere on the right a smooth black rock

Did alien life exist in hot water on Mars billions of years ago?

By Robert Lea published

Was alien life in "hot water" on Mars billions of years ago? New evidence from the Martian meteorite "Black Beauty" suggests so.

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Search For Life

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Pentagon UFO chief tells Senate 'very anomalous objects' need careful study (video)

By Brett Tingley published

In new testimony, the head of the Pentagon's UFO office told the US senate that it "has not discovered any verifiable evidence of extraterrestrial beings, activity or technology."

Search for Life
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Pentagon UFO office testifies to US Senate today. Watch it live here (video)

By Brett Tingley last updated

The Pentagon's All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office will testify before the U.S. Senate on Tuesday (Nov. 19) about its latest report starting at 4:30 p.m. ET (2130 GMT).

Search for Life
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UFOs 'not attributable to foreign adversaries," new Pentagon report says

By Leonard David published

"Analyzing and understanding the potential threats posed by UAP is an ongoing collaborative effort involving many departments and agencies."

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Skywatching

Bushnell binoculars deals

Black Friday binoculars deals: The best discounts and savings 2024

By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated

Here are all the best binoculars deals on the market with something for everyone regardless of budget, needs and experience.

Astronomy Kit
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Telescopes at Best Buy: Deals in stock 2024

By Ruth Gaukrodger last updated

We've combed through all the telescopes at Best Buy, looking for new deals and checking stock levels on popular models.

Astronomy Kit
Telescopes at Walmart: Image shows man standing next to telescope looking at moon

Telescopes at Walmart in 2024: Best deals

By Ruth Gaukrodger last updated

There are several discounts on Celestron and other telescopes at Walmart, get them before they're gone!

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Entertainment

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'Silo' Season 2: 'Order': How long until Silo 18 erupts into a bloody riot?

By Jeff Spry published

In the aftermath of Juliette's shocking walk over the hill, seeds of rebellion begin putting down roots in Apple TV+'s "Silo" Season 2 Episode 2, "Order."

Entertainment
a cartoon moons hangs from above, kind eyes staring down into the night. words at the bottom read google doodle lunar calendar

Lunar Google Doodle celebrates half-lit third quarter moon each month with interactive card game

By Samantha Mathewson published

Google's latest Doodle celebrates November's last half moon with a fun interactive card game.

Entertainment
Marvel TV shows ranked, worst to best

Marvel TV shows ranked, worst to best

By Fran Ruiz last updated

The MCU is now expanding on Disney Plus as well, but not every new show is a winner, so here's our guide to the best (and worst) Marvel TV shows.

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References

Telescopes at Best Buy: Image shows telescope against countryside backdrop

Telescopes at Best Buy: Deals in stock 2024

By Ruth Gaukrodger last updated

We've combed through all the telescopes at Best Buy, looking for new deals and checking stock levels on popular models.

Astronomy Kit
Telescopes at Walmart: Image shows man standing next to telescope looking at moon

Telescopes at Walmart in 2024: Best deals

By Ruth Gaukrodger last updated

There are several discounts on Celestron and other telescopes at Walmart, get them before they're gone!

Astronomy Kit
Telescopes on Amazon: Image shows amateur astronomer pointing telescope at sky

Telescopes on Amazon: The best Black Friday deals 2024

By Ruth Gaukrodger last updated

Telescopes on Amazon are in abundance, so we've scoped out the best deals that are available.

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