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The Space News Podcast. SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 105 *Massive brown dwarf discovered Astronomers have discovered a massive new brown dwarf some 80 times the mass of Jupiter. *Innospace set to launch into orbit from the Northern Territory South Korean rocket launch company Innospace is set to become the first long-term tenant based at Equatorial Launch Australia’s spaceport in the Northern Territory. *Australia Moves Forward with Tomahawk Missile Procurement The Australian Defence force has agreed to purchase hundreds on long range Tomahawk cruise missiles from Raytheon as part of a 1.7-billion-dollar program. *September SkyWatch The September Equinox the constellations Capricorn and Aquarius and the Aurigids and Epsilon Perseids meteor showers dominate the night skies of September on SkyWatch. This week’s guest: Sophia Roberts from NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center And our regular guests: Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics Alex Zaharov-Reutt from www.techadvice.life Listen to SpaceTime via our websit

The Space News Podcast. SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 104 *A giant black hole destroys a massive star Astronomers have been examining the ripped apart remains of a once giant star that was torn apart and discarded by a supermassive black hole. *A new window on the X-ray cosmos Japan is about to launch a new X-ray telescope which will further enhance sciences understanding o\f the universe. *A “Jupiter” hotter than the Sun Astronomers have discovered a hot Jupiter come Brown dwarf hotter than the surface of the Sun. *The Science Report Emperor penguin colonies in Antarctica experiencing complete breeding failure due to global warming. A new study has recommended that Mask-wearing should continue in healthcare settings. No link found between a country's uptake of Facebook and its population having poorer mental health. Alex on Tech: Samsung slammed by government consumer report. Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen and access s

The Space News Podcast. SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 103 *India lands first mission on Moon - first to reach south pole India has become only the fourth nation -- after the Soviet Union, the United States and China -- to land a spacecraft on the Moon, and the first to land near the Lunar south pole. *Russian spacecraft crashes onto the Moon Russia’s Lunar25 mission has crashed while attempting to land at the Moon’s South Pole. *The mystery of Neptune’s disappearing clouds For the first time in nearly three decades of observations, clouds seen on Neptune have all but vanished. *The Science Report Detection of a new highly mutated variant of the SARS COV-2 virus that causes Covid-19. Are we headed for a bumper bush fire season this summer. A new analysis of bronze age diets. Skeptics guide to facilitated communication. **Support SpaceTime with Stuart Gary: Be Part of Our Cosmic Journey!** SpaceTime is fueled by passion, not big corporations or grants. We're on a mission to become 100% listener-supported, allow

This episode is brought to you with the support of NordVPN. To get our exclusive deal (including free extra months service) with www.nordvpn.com/stuartgary and help support the show.SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 102 *New study finds Mars is spinning faster than thought A new study undertaking the most precise measurements ever of the red planet’s rotation have found that Mars is spinning faster than previously thought. *Maisie’s galaxy is among earliest ever observed Astronomers searching the heavens for some of the earliest galaxies ever seen have now confirmed that a galaxy first detected last year is in fact among the earliest ever found. *Getting ready to fly the HERA planetary defense mission The smallest radar to fly in space has been delivered to the European Space Agency for integration aboard the Juventas spacecraft which will form part of the upcoming HERA planetary defense mission. *The Science Report Autism linked to a higher risk of suicide and self-harm. Scientists see a pause in recent coral reco

This episode of SpaceTime is brought to you by NordVPN. To get the deals visit www.nordvpn.com/stuartgarySpaceTime Series 26 Episode 101 *Curiosity Rover faces its toughest climb yet on Mars Shortly before the rover’s 11th anniversary on the Red Planet, its team helped guide it up a steep, slippery slope to examine meteor craters. *Discovery of the demon particle Researchers claim to have finally discovered the long sort after Demon Particle some 67 years after it was first predicted. *Virgin Galactic begins regular tourist flights to the edge of space Virgin Galactic has now commenced regular flights carrying tourists to the edge of space. *The Science Report Study shows young people who vape are more likely to develop bronchitis. ChatGPT's newest model still referencing fake articles. Swinburne University’s new $5.2 million supercomputer. Alex on Tech: new 27 inch LG TV, don’t sleep with i-phones on charge, and a smarter google. Your support is needed... **Support SpaceTime with Stuart Gary: Be Part of Our

The Space News Podcast. SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 100 *Webb reveals colours of Earendel, most distant star ever detected Astronomers have used the Webb Space Telescope to study Earendel, one of the most distant stars ever detected. *Sustained nuclear fusion achieved for a second time Scientists at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in California have successfully repeated their historic nuclear fusion experiment. *Russian and Indian missions race to the Moon The first Russian Moon mission in nearly fifty years has successfully entered lunar orbit and will deploy its lander later today. The spacecraft entered a 100 kilometre high lunar orbit as India’s Chandrayaan-3 Vikram Lander successfully undocked from its propulsion module in lunar orbit and began its slow week long decent down towards the lunar south pole. *The Science Report Genetically modified pig kidneys transplanted into a brain dead human patient functioning normally Warnings that the increasing number of extreme bushfires could exacerbat

This episode of SpaceTime is brought to you with the support of NordVPN. To check out the special deal we have for, please visit www.nordvpn.com/stuartgary - you'll be glad you did.In this episode:**Mars Curiosity Rover's Discovery**: Unearth the secrets of the Red Planet with NASA's latest findings. Ancient mud cracks suggest potential life-friendly conditions on Mars. Dive deep into the significance of these hexagonal patterns and what they mean for the history of microbial life. - **Europe's Eucalyptus Spacecraft's Journey**: Join the European Space Agency as their spacecraft reaches its final orbit. Discover its mission alongside the James Webb Space Telescope and the mysteries they aim to unravel. - **Fiery Skies Over Melbourne**: Experience the awe as Melbourne's sky lights up with space junk from a Russian Soyuz rocket. Learn about the mission behind this rocket and where the debris finally settled. - **Euclid's Mission to Uncover Dark Matter**: Embark on a cosmic journey with the European Space Agency

This episode of SpaceTime is brought to you with the support of NordVPN. To check out the special SpaceTime deal Stuart talks about, just visit www.nordvpn.com/stuartgary and help support the show. You can also find link details on the SpaceTime website.**Mars Ingenuity Back in Action**: After an unexpected landing last month, NASA's Mars Ingenuity helicopter is once again soaring the Martian skies.**Boeing's Starliner Setbacks**: The launch of Boeing's CST-100 Starliner to the International Space Station faces further delays, with crewed flights postponed until at least March 2024.**Deep Space Network's Dual Role**: Beyond its primary function of communicating with spacecrafts like those orbiting the Moon, NASA's Deep Space Network of massive radio antennas aids scientists in studying the gravity and density of distant planets.**The Science Report Highlights**: - **Climate Change's Grip on Antarctica**: Recent findings confirm that the impacts of climate change have touched every corner of Antarctica. - **Po

**1. A New Gravity Perspective:** Evidence points towards modified Newtonian dynamics (MOND). This potential shift in understanding gravity could rival the significance of general relativity. The scientific community awaits further confirmation. **2. Delving into the Universe's Infancy:** The Australian National University spearheads a groundbreaking research project. Dive deep into the early universe in three dimensions, exploring the formation of its first elements post the big bang, 13.8 billion years in the past. **3. Chandrayaan-3's Lunar Feat:** India's ambitious lunar mission, Chandrayaan-3, achieves a pivotal milestone by successfully transitioning into a lunar orbit. **4. The Science Report Highlights:** - A new variant of COVID-19 emerges, rapidly becoming dominant. - The Great Barrier Reef faces potential irreversible damages due to climate change. - Discoveries hint at possibly the largest animal ever to have existed. **5. Skeptic's Corner:** A light-hearted guide to the concept of marrying a ghos

**1. Discovering Potentially Hazardous Asteroids:** In this episode, we delve into the capabilities of a groundbreaking asteroid discovery algorithm. This innovative tool has recently pinpointed its inaugural "potentially hazardous" asteroid. These are space rocks that maintain an orbit alarmingly close to Earth, warranting our attention and concern. **2. The Magnetic Mysteries of Asteroids:** A captivating study has been spotlighted, suggesting that when asteroid fragments collide during their formation, the heat generated can be intense enough to birth magnetic fields in specific metallic meteorites. **3. Unraveling the Mystery of Space Debris:** The shores of Western Australia recently became the resting place for a perplexing object. This episode reveals that this enigma was none other than space debris originating from a used-up Indian rocket. **4. The Science Report Highlights:** - **Climate Change and La Niña:** Delve into research indicating a probable increase in the frequency of consecutive La Niña

Welcome to **SpaceTime with Stuart Gary, Series 26 Episode 95**. In this episode, we bring you the latest discoveries and developments in the world of astronomy and space exploration. Here are the show notes: **Astronomers Unveil New Insights into Fast Radio Bursts (FRBs)** - After more than 15 years since the discovery of fast radio bursts (FRBs), astronomers are tirelessly investigating these millisecond-long cosmic explosions of electromagnetic radiation. - Join us as we delve into the ongoing quest to unravel the mysteries behind the formation of FRBs.**Historic Assisted Re-entry of European Satellite, Aeolus** - The European Space Agency's Aeolus spacecraft has made history by successfully burning up during atmospheric re-entry over Antarctica. - Discover the fascinating details of this significant event and its implications for future space missions.**Solar Eruption Sends Shockwaves Across Earth, Moon, and Mars** - A massive solar eruption has been detected simultaneously at Earth, the Moon, and Mars, h

**Voyager 2's Intergalactic Journey Continues:** Despite a brief loss of contact, NASA's Voyager 2 spacecraft, currently journeying through the vast expanse of interstellar space, approximately twenty billion kilometers away, has been confirmed to be fully operational.**Revolution in Earth's Plate Tectonics:** A groundbreaking study suggests a recent transformation in Earth's plate tectonics system, which was previously divided into two unique layers.**Successful Supply Mission to the ISS:** Northrop Grumman's Cygnus ND-19 cargo ship, loaded with approximately 3800 kilograms of essential supplies, has accomplished a successful docking at the International Space Station.**The Science Report:** - **Australia's Rocket System Contribution:** Australia is set to provide the US with cutting-edge guided multiple launch rocket systems, marking a significant advancement in international defense cooperation. - **DNA Sequencing for Australian Newborns:** The potential for DNA sequencing of every newborn in Australia is

**Boulders Escaping from Asteroid Dimorphos:** Astronomers have made fascinating discoveries about numerous boulders seen swarming around the asteroid moon Dimorphos. This intriguing phenomenon is believed to be a result of the Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) asteroid impact mission conducted last year.**New Discoveries in Black Holes:** Exciting news from the world of astronomy as scientists have identified a novel and captivating feature of black holes. This discovery, seemingly straight out of a science fiction movie, has sparked the imagination of researchers and the general public alike.**Communication Disruption between Houston and International Space Station:** A significant incident occurred when a power outage disrupted the communication between Mission Control in Houston and the crew aboard the International Space Station. This event underscores the challenges faced by space agencies in maintaining uninterrupted communication with astronauts in orbit.**August Skywatch:** In this episode, we

In this exciting episode of SpaceTime with Stuart Gary, we delve into the latest groundbreaking discoveries and revelations in the world of space and science. First, we explore the long-dismissed realm of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena, as the United States Congress holds historic hearings on the matter. Senior military and intelligence officials testify to having collected crashed remains of unidentified flying objects and non-human bodies, challenging the conventional notions surrounding these enigmatic encounters. Next, we uncover astonishing evidence from a new study that has detected a wide array of organic molecules on the Martian surface, fueling the ongoing quest for signs of life on the Red Planet. Then, we venture into the fascinating world of Martian geography with recent research proposing a captivating theory - suggesting that Olympus Mons, the largest volcano in the solar system, might have once been a volcanic island in a vast Martian Ocean. In the Science Report segment, we address growing c

Welcome to SpaceTime Series 26, Episode 91 with Stuart Gary. Today, we're exploring the intriguing geology of our celestial neighbors and our home planet. Discover how ancient asteroid impacts may have sparked ongoing volcanism on Venus, keeping its surface youthful despite the absence of plate tectonics. Speaking of plate tectonics, we delve into fresh evidence from a contentious debate regarding Earth's geologic history - new data suggesting our tectonic activity kicked off around 3.2 billion years ago. Next, journey with NASA's Juno spacecraft during its recent close encounter with Jupiter's volcanic moon, Io. As for our own planet, preliminary studies suggest July 2023 could be the hottest month ever recorded. We explore the worrying projections for the Gulf Stream, indicating a potential collapse by 2050 due to climate change. In health news, we question whether healthy individuals over 70 need a daily low-dose aspirin. And finally, for the skeptics out there, we discuss why cascading beer glasses do not

In this 90th episode of SpaceTime with Stuart Gary's Series 26, we delve into an array of fascinating cosmic discoveries and scientific insights. 1. **Record-Breaking Gamma-Ray Burst:** Astronomers have registered the brightest gamma-ray burst ever observed, rewriting our understanding of these powerful cosmic events. We explore the implications of this groundbreaking discovery and what it can teach us about the extreme phenomena in our universe. 2. **Twin Planets Sharing an Orbit:** In an unprecedented discovery, astronomers may have located a distant star system with two exoplanets cohabitating the same orbit. We investigate this unique configuration and discuss how it challenges current theories of planetary dynamics. 3. **India's Lunar Leap:** India continues its foray into space with the successful launch of another mission to the Moon. We report on the details of this exciting mission and what it signifies for India's growing role in space exploration. 4. **The Science Report:** This episode's Science R

SpaceTime with Stuart Gary S26E89Two-faced star exposed: Astronomers make an intriguing discovery of a unique two-faced white dwarf star. The star's unusual characteristics pose interesting questions for astronomers and astrophysicists. 2. NASA's Psyche Mission update: As the launch date of October 5th approaches, engineers and technicians at Cape Canaveral are diligently preparing the NASA Psyche spacecraft for its upcoming mission. The podcast explores the significance of this mission and its objectives. 3. Pre-solar silicate grains in Ryugu samples: Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery of ancient silicate grains within samples of the asteroid Ryugu. These grains predate the solar system, offering valuable insights into the early universe. 4. The Science Report: Three new biomarkers for prostate cancer have been identified, potentially leading to improved diagnostic and treatment methods for this prevalent disease. Additionally, the report highlights the effectiveness of Chat GPT in providing rel

SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 88 *Astronomers find new type of stellar object hiding in plain sight Astronomers have discovered a new type of stellar object that challenges sciences understanding of the physics of neutron stars and white dwarfs. *Perseverance samples ancient Martian river NASA's Mars Perseverance rover has just collected its 20th core sample from the surface of the red planet. *First BepiColombo flyby of Mercury finds electron rain triggers X-ray auroras The joint European Space Agency and Japanese Aerospace Exploration Agency BepiColombo mission has discovered how electrons raining down onto the surface of Mercury can trigger high-energy x-ray auroras. *The Science Report A new study warns most of the world’s population could be affected by water pollution by 2100. New data shows AIDS cases have stabilised in Australia, Data shows Copper Age farmers and steppe pastoralists interacted much earlier than previously thought. This week’s guest: Dr Natasha Hurley-Walker from the Curtin University n

In the engaging 87th episode of SpaceTime Series 26 with Stuart Gary, journey through intriguing celestial and terrestrial revelations. Discover the 'Man in the Moon' as we uncover its ancient secrets, revealing that its famed surface is approximately 200 million years older than previously believed. The episode also dives into Earth's early history, examining new evidence that suggests plate tectonics and subduction began around 3.8 billion years ago. As we bid farewell to the venerable Ariane 5, join us in reliving its last flight, a successful mission carrying two telecommunications satellites. In our compelling Science Report, explore how our oceans' hues have been turning greener over the last two decades, with the fishing industry chiefly contributing to reef plastic pollution. Furthermore, uncover a novel study assessing the plastic load in the world's lakes for the first time. Finally, we debunk myths with a skeptic's guide to kambo.SpaceTime with Stuart Gary - Your one-stop Space News Pod.#astronomy

*Humans have changed Earth’s spin axis A new study has shown that humans have changed the Earth’s rotation by pumping out vast amounts of groundwater and moving it elsewhere. *Martian dunes eroded by a shift in prevailing winds after the planet's last ice age A new study claims the red planet Mars underwent a sudden change in prevailing weather patterns as the Martian rotational axis shifted about 400 thousand years ago. *Water recovery milestone aboard the International Space Station For space missions that venture beyond low Earth orbit, new challenges include how to provide basic needs for crew members without resupply missions from the ground. *The Science Report Scientists agree that we’ve entered a new Geological time era – the Anthropocene. Studies suggest that both intermittent fasting and calorie counting produce similar results. Paleontologists have identified a new species of hadrosaur in Chile. Alex on Tech Alex on Tech XAI on the way Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our unive