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NASA’s IMAP (Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe) began its two-year primary science mission on Feb. 1 to explore and map the boundaries of our heliosphere — the protective bubble created by the solar wind that encapsulates our solar system. The mission, which launched on Sept. 24, 2025, relies on 10Continue Reading

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The Sun rises as NASA’s Artemis II SLS (Space Launch System) rocket and Orion spacecraft stand vertical at Launch Complex 39B at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida on Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026. NASA/Cory S Huston The Artemis II wet dress rehearsal countdown continues as teams at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center inContinue Reading

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The Sun emitted three strong solar flares on Feb. 1, peaking at 7:33 a.m. ET, 6:37 p.m. ET, and 7:36 p.m. ET. The Sun emitted a fourth strong solar flare on Feb. 2, peaking at 3:14 a.m. ET. NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory, which watches the Sun constantly, captured images ofContinue Reading

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commentary The 2004 “Crossfire” spat became the blueprint for today’s MAGA chaos Published February 2, 2026 6:45AM (EST) MAGA commentator and podcast host Tucker Carlson is particularly skilled at pandering to the basest instincts of the right. (Olivier Touron / AFP via Getty Images) For those of us who wereContinue Reading

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This page hosts daily news stories about the media, social media, and the journalism industry. Get the latest Hirings and Firings, Media Transactions, Controversies, Censorship Issues, and more. Liberal Media Fragments Ahead of 2028 Election The liberal media sphere is splintering into distinct factions beyond traditional outlets like The NewContinue Reading

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Scientists say increasing shipping traffic is interfering with the whales’ ability to hunt and communicate. To protect the animals, conservation groups are urging the International Maritime Organization to instate mandatory measures to reduce underwater noise. By Teresa Tomassoni For most of their evolutionary history, narwhals have relied more on soundContinue Reading