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What is The Hum? Scientists provide an update
For decades, people around the world have reported hearing The Hum. What is it? A new study helps narrow down possible answers.
June 7, 2026
Celebrate World Oceans Day today, June 8, 2026
World Oceans Day is a day to honor our connection to Earth’s oceans and to learn what we can do to protect ocean habitats. Celebrate World Oceans Day on June 8.
June 7, 2026
Names for days of the week come from the solar system
The names for the days of the week come from the solar system bodies that the ancients could see in the sky. See a breakdown of the days here.
June 5, 2026
Blue Origin explosion update: Less damage than expected
Blue Origin CEO Dave Limp gave an update on June 1, 2026, about the explosion that occurred during launch of its New Glenn mega-rocket in Florida.
June 4, 2026
June birthstone: Pearl, moonstone or alexandrite
June babies ... it is time to choose your June birthstone: pearl, moonstone or alexandrite. All of them are lovely choices.
June 2, 2026
BOOM over Massachusetts and U.S. East probably a meteor
Many reported a streak across the daytime sky and a boom over Massachusetts and surrounding areas in the US East, probably a meteor.
May 31, 2026
The 1919 solar eclipse that proved Einstein right
During a May 29, 1919, solar eclipse, astronomers saw the sun bend starlight, proving Einstein's general relativity and catapulting him to rock star fame.
May 29, 2026
2nd batch of Pentagon UAP files: Over 50 videos to watch
The U.S. government has released Part 2 of its Pentagon UAP files. The 2nd release consists of over 50 videos and a few documents. Watch videos here.
May 24, 2026
Good news! Here’s where light pollution is getting better
A new global map from NASA shows areas that are seeing a reduction in light pollution. See the maps here and learn how to limit light pollution near you.
May 24, 2026
John F. Kennedy moon landing speech 65th anniversary
On May 25, 1961, John F. Kennedy addressed the US Congress, inspiring a nation to a moon landing, the Apollo missions, and the dream of a return to the moon.
May 24, 2026
