NASA captured the Black Sea turning brilliant turquoise from space

The Black Sea, which lies between Europe and Asia and connects to the Mediterranean through a series of waterways, is known for its dark waters. But every spring and summer, it undergoes a remarkable transformation, with large areas turning a vivid turquoise. On June 22, 2026, NASA’s PACE (Plankton, Aerosol, Cloud, ocean Ecosystem) satellite capturedContinue Reading

See the first X-rays of humans taken in space

Equipping spacecraft with x-ray machines could boost safety for long-duration spaceflights—like a crewed mission to Mars By Claire Cameron edited by Jeanna Bryner Radiographs of the hand were acquired (A) preflight by a crewmember, (B) in-flight on day 1 after launch (L+1) by a crewmember, and (C) postflight by a non-crew operator using the sameContinue Reading

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Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) and Southern Methodist University (SMU) are collaborating on a design architecture for solid-state batteries. The work focuses on the interface between the lithium metal anode and the solid electrolyte. Solid-state batteries replace the liquid electrolyte used in current EV batteries with a solid material, and useContinue Reading

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Sponsored by Heraeus Electronics. The electric vehicle market is emerging as a leading field for advanced heating technologies. In EVs, heating systems are essential not only for passenger comfort but also fundamental to thermal management, keeping battery cells within their optimal temperature range in cold climates. Proper thermal control enablesContinue Reading

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British Airways pilots earn between £40,000 and £225,000+ ($54,000 to over $300,000) per year, with pay varying significantly depending on rank, seniority, fleet, and other factors. British Airways is the largest airline in the United Kingdom, although easyJet, Virgin Atlantic, Ryanair, and TUI Airways are also large employers of pilots.Continue Reading