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*Strongest evidence yet that neutrinos explain why the universe exists
The difference between Neutrinos and their anti-matter counterpart may provide scientists with their best evidence yet to explain why the universe exists. 
*Possible second planet detected orbiting Proxima Centauri
Astronomers have received some tantalizing clues of a possible second planet orbiting Proxima Centauri – our nearest neighbouring star system.
*Cheops begins its science mission
The European Space Agency’s exoplanetary mission Cheops has successfully completed three months of in-orbit commissioning and is now ready to begin its science mission. https://spacetimewithstuartgary.tumblr.com/post/615629171343900672
*Expedition 62 returns home to a very different world
Three Expedition 62 crew members have returned safely to Earth following their seven month stay aboard the International Space Station. 
*The Science Report
Growing international calls for an independent investigation into the COVID-19 pandemic. New gene editing approach which can attack 90 per cent of coronaviruses, including COVID-19. Aspirin linked to a significant reduction in the risk of developing cancers of the digestive tract. Estuaries in south-eastern Australia warming at twice the rate of oceans and the atmosphere. A significant step forward in understanding light–matter interactions of quantum systems.
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*Stars dancing around a monster black hole prove Einstein was right again
Astronomers have confirmed that stars orbit a supermassive black hole exactly as predicted by the great Professor Albert Einstein in his general Theory of Relativity – which explains gravity. https://spacetimewithstuartgary.tumblr.com/post/615926606944501760 https://spacetimewithstuartgary.tumblr.com/post/615926759107575809 https://spacetimewithstuartgary.tumblr.com/post/615926963556777984 https://spacetimewithstuartgary.tumblr.com/post/615927114035806208 https://spacetimewithstuartgary.tumblr.com/post/615927286898851840
*Interstellar comet 21/Borisov originated from a red dwarf
New observations suggest interstellar Comet 2I/Borisov probably originated in a star system around a red dwarf. https://spacetimewithstuartgary.tumblr.com/post/616009326354628608
*May 27 named as date for America’s return to launching people into space
Nasa has confirmed Americans will resume flying into space from American soil on May 27. The United States has been relying on Russian Soyuz flight to get people into space ever since the early retirement of the Space Shuttle fleet with the landing of Atlantis on STS 135 way back on July 21st 2011.
*Iran launches Military Spy Satellite
Tensions between the west and Iran are continuing to escalate with the Islamic republic undertaking another missile test in violation of its United Nations anti-nuclear agreements.
*The Science Report
People infected with COVID-19 may be most contagious a day or two before they start to feel ill. Significant improvements for COVID-19 patients given antibody rich plasma. A link found between toddlers watching TV at 12 months and symptoms of autism. Concentrations of atmospheric methane has reached record levels. Ten scientific explanations for paranormal activity.
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*Discovery of superluminal jets generated by colliding galaxies
Astronomers have discovered jets of charged particles bursting out at close to the speed of light from a pair of merging spiral galaxies. 
*First ever observation of rare helium white dwarf binary
Astronomers have for the first time ever detected a rare helium white dwarf binary.
*Is Interstellar Comet Borisov breaking apart
Comet Borisov – the Solar Systems second confirmed interstellar visitor is breaking apart.
*Final preparations continue for the launch of the Mars 2020 Perseverance rover
Final preparations are continuing Kennedy Space Center in Florida for the July launch of NASA's Mars 2020 Perseverance rover.
*The Science Report
Studies show COVID-19 affects the brain and nervous system in around a third of all cases. Smokers at greater risk from COVID-19. Going to bed early may help reduce children’s risk of becoming overweight or obese. New study shows cannabis can be addictive. New research shows legalizing cannabis linked to an increase in psychotic episodes.
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*Brightest supernova ever seen
Astronomers have discovered the brightest, most energetic, and likely most massive supernova ever seen.
*Bepi Columbo swoops past Earth at 30 kilometres per second
The European Space Agency Bepi Columbo spacecraft has just undertaken a close gravity assist flyby of the Earth – swooping down over the South Atlantic Ocean at an altitude of just 12,677 kilometres. https://spacetimewithstuartgary.tumblr.com/post/614557598847483904 https://spacetimewithstuartgary.tumblr.com/post/614557943031021568 https://spacetimewithstuartgary.tumblr.com/post/614731357069918208
*Fine threads of million degree plasma woven through the Sun’s atmosphere
A new study has revealed the Sun’s outer layer is filled with previously unseen, incredibly fine magnetic threads filled with extremely hot, million-degree plasma.
*The Science Report
New studies suggest only 6% of COVID-19 cases have been identified. Dying from COVID-19-associated pneumonia is highest in people aged over 65. Identification of what might be the longest animal that ever lived. The Great Barrier Reef is experiencing its third coral bleaching event in five years. China’s disease ridden meat markets reopened.
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*The origins of Earth’s water
A new study claims Earth’s water was born with the planet and didn’t arrive later through asteroid or comet impacts.
*Parkes radio telescope upgrade
The CSIRO’s iconic Parkes radio telescope is getting an upgrade.
*Key pre-launch test for the James Webb Space Telescope
There’s been an important milestone in the development of NASA’s new James Webb Space Telescope with a pre-launch test of its primary mirror being fully unfurled and deployed into the final configuration it will have once in orbit next year. https://spacetimewithstuartgary.tumblr.com/post/614350719766626304 https://spacetimewithstuartgary.tumblr.com/post/614350141315596288
*Comet Atlas breaks up
Comet C/2019 Y4 ATLAS which had promised to put on a spectacular display over the next few months has shattered both skywatchers expectations and itself – breaking apart into at least three or four major fragments.
*The Science Report
Scientists discover three distinct variants of COVID-19. People previously cleared for COVID-19 found positive following a second round of testing. Evidence people can infect their pets with COVID-19. An ozone hole opening up over the Arctic. Owner separation problems found in cats.
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*Revolutionary new images of a quasar
Astronomers have obtained their best view yet of a massive quasar blasting out from a monster black hole a third of the way across the universe.
*All systems are go for Vega-C maiden flight
The European Space Agency says all systems are go for the maiden flight of Europe’s new Vega-C launch vehicle.
*Expedition 63 launch
The new Expedition 62/63 crew have arrived safely aboard the International Space Station following a rapid rendezvous four orbit flight from the Earth. https://spacetimewithstuartgary.tumblr.com/post/614975763530334208 https://spacetimewithstuartgary.tumblr.com/post/614975616618512384
*Final flight for Dragon 1
A Dragon 1 capsule has returned to Earth for the final time. SpaceX mission CRS-20’s splashdown in the North Pacific Ocean off the coast of Baja California marked the end of NASA’s first Commercial Resupply Services contract, and the retirement of SpaceX’s first generation Dragon cargo ships. 
*Another Starship failure
SpaceX’s latest prototype Starship test article -- SN3 --experienced a major failure – collapsing during a pressurized cryogenic fuel test.
*The Science Report
New questions about corruption at the top of the World Health Organization. A look at the links between a heightened risk of COVID-19 and heart issues. A new warning that global warming could destroy ecosystems within the decade. A new study claims having thick thighs may save lives.
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*Are gamma ray bursts powered by a star’s collapsing magnetic fields?
New research suggests gamma ray bursts -- the most powerful explosions in the universe since the big bang – may be caused by the collapse of a dying star's magnetic field.
*The mysteries of Uranus
A new study says the strange axis of rotation of the planet Uranus and the unusual properties of its moons and ring system were most likely caused by an ancient collision with another planet up to three times the size of Earth billions of years ago.
*Boeing to fly second unmanned Starliner orbital test flight
Boeing will undertake a second unmanned orbital test flight of its new CST100 Starliner spacecraft.
*The Science Report
More than fifty potential COVID-19 vaccines now being tested around the world. Scientists say there’s no evidence that COVID-19 is transmitted through eating food New study looks at how COVID-19 affects young and middle aged adults. They’re like taxis -You wait ages for a pterosaur and then suddenly four new species come along at once. The new smart toilet that checks your health while you go.
Flat Earther dies in steam powered rocket crash.
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*Claims the expansion of the universe could be different in different directions
One of the fundamental pillars of cosmology is the understanding that the universe is 'isotropic – in other words everything looks the same in all directions -- if you look over large enough distances. But now new observations are questioning that. https://spacetimewithstuartgary.tumblr.com/post/614838311356448768 https://spacetimewithstuartgary.tumblr.com/post/614838004019871744 
*The importance of a planetary magnetic field for life
Astronomers searching for planets capable of supporting life –look for terrestrial worlds orbiting in the habitable zones of their host stars.
*Strange gravity on asteroid Bennu
Astronomers studying data from the OSIRIS-Rex spacecraft orbiting the asteroid Bennu have discovered strange gravity effects on the 484 metre wide space rock. http://spacetimewithstuartgary.tumblr.com/post/183626912243
*The Science Report
More confusion about whether you should wear face masks in public to fight COVID-19. The CDC says wear the masks. But South Korean studies say they don’t help. Scientists have mapped the genome of the German shepherd. A new study has found that male drivers pose a higher risk to other people.
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*A new theory to explain how magnetars are made
New computer simulations have shown astronomers how Magnetars – stellar corpses with the strongest magnetic fields in the known universe – could have evolved.
*Japan’s Mission to the Martian moon Phobos
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency JAXA is planning a sample return mission to the Martian moon Phobos.
*New worlds found beyond Neptune
Astronomers have discovered more than 300 new minor planets beyond Neptune. 
*Long March 7A failure
China has failed to place a new classified military spy satellite into orbit using its new generation Long March 7A rocket.
*The Science Report
Heart damage common among patients hospitalised with COVID-19. More evidence suggesting bats were the most likely source for the coronavirus. Warnings COVID-19 may be able to spread in swimming centres. Discovery of three new species of fish-eating toothed pterosaurs. A new technique to ‘build’ meat grown in a laboratory. Homeopath accreditation being challenged in the British high court.
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Best evidence yet for intermediate-sized black holes
*Best evidence yet for intermediate-sized black holes.
Astronomers have their best evidence yet for the existence of intermediate-sized black holes -- a long sort after missing link in black hole observations.
*A new planetary defense mission to smash an asteroid
The European Space Agency and NASA are teaming up for a mission to smash into as asteroid as part of a planetary defense test. 
*Solar wind is slowing beyond Pluto
New measurements by NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft has confirmed earlier data showing that the solar wind – the supersonic stream of charged particles emitted by the Sun – slows down the further away it gets.
*First launch for the new U.S. Space Force
The United Launch alliance has carried out its first mission for the newly constituted United States Space Force launching the sixth Advanced Extremely High Frequency- or AEHF satellite aboard an Atlas V rocket.
*The Science Report
Claims that some COVID-19 patients who appear to have cleared the virus may still be harbouring it. Evidence that Beijing’s coverup of COVID-19 allowed it to stockpile medical supplies from other countries. East and West Antarctic ice sheets losing mass at unprecedented rates. While they can't pick out precise numbers, animals can comprehend that more is, well, more! COVID-19 What’s in a name.
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