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Astronaut Frank Rubio shatters record for longest time in space after being stranded following a space capsule mishap.

North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum criticized the recent Republican presidential primary debate for excessive crosstalk and lack of control.

Get ready for the Harvest Moon on September 29, the last supermoon of 2023, signaling the end of summer and the start of fall.

Jason Kelce confirms rumored romance between his brother Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift during a radio interview.

Nonprofit organization the Mars Society has announced plans to establish the Mars Technology Institute (MTI), which will focus on developing the technology required to support human settlement on Mars. The MTI will initially focus on biotech projects, which require less funding than other areas of research. The Mars Society is seeking tax-deductible donations to fund the MTI.

NASA has appointed a new director of research into unidentified flying objects (UFOs) following a recommendation from an expert panel. The panel found no evidence of an extraterrestrial origin for these objects, but called for increased efforts to gather information on them. NASA Administrator Bill Nelson expressed his belief in the existence of life beyond Earth but said the chances of otherworldly beings visiting Earth were low. The new research director will establish a database for the evaluation of future UFO sightings. The panel's report called UFOs "one of our planet's greatest mysteries."

NASA has named a new director of research into unidentified flying objects (UFOs) or UAPs, but the agency's chief says there is no evidence of an extraterrestrial origin for these objects. However, NASA aims to increase efforts to gather information on UAPs and play a larger role in helping the Pentagon detect them. The new research director will establish a robust database for the evaluation of future UAPs.

Comet Nishimura, discovered a month ago, will make its closest approach to the sun, giving people in the northern hemisphere a great chance of a sighting.

Bill Gates and Elon Musk had a confrontational meeting in 2022 over Gates shorting $1.5 billion worth of Tesla stock, according to a new biography. Musk was upset and "super mean" to Gates during the meeting. The book also reveals Gates' criticism of Musk's beliefs on climate change and Mars colonization.

Rare, powerful earthquake in Morocco kills over 800 people and causes extensive damage in Marrakech and surrounding areas.

A super blue moon will illuminate the skies above Yorkshire tonight (August 30), appearing bigger and brighter than usual.

The 2023 Super Blue Moon has sparked theories about aliens invading Earth, despite no evidence to support these claims.

Get ready for a rare double full moon in August 2023! The second full moon will be the closest, biggest, and brightest supermoon of the year.

The next full moon on August 30, 2023 will be a Blue Moon and a supermoon, appearing larger and brighter in the sky.

Steve Harvey, host of game show Family Feud, interviewed astronaut Sultan AlNeyadi from the International Space Station, sparking laughter and engagement.

Country music singer Oliver Anthony's new song "I Want to Go Home" has gone viral on YouTube, with over 1 million views in less than a day. The song reflects on the state of the world and the loss of values. Anthony believes that people have lost their way and are influenced by what they see on TV. The video ends with a Bible verse and a message about the importance of freedom of speech. Anthony is surprised by the success of the song and the impact it has had on people.

Country music singer Oliver Anthony's new song "I Want to Go Home" has gained viral popularity with over 1 million views on YouTube in less than a day. The song reflects Anthony's view of a world gone wrong and the loss of values and faith.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulates ISRO on the success of Chandrayaan-3 and expresses his intention to visit the team in person.

Oliver Anthony's viral hit "Rich Men North of Richmond" has taken the country music world by storm, reaching No. 1 on Apple Music's charts. The song, which criticizes wealthy legislators, has also gained support from Republicans. Anthony, a relatively unknown musician, has been shocked by the success and attention he has received. The song resonates with working-class Americans and has been praised for its honest lyrics.

The Perseid meteor shower reached its peak, creating bright trails of light in the night sky around the world.

Watch the Perseid meteor shower live from the comfort of your home with the Virtual Telescope Project's online stream.

Pete Volk, Polygon's curation editor for movies and TV, highlights new movies to watch at home, including "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse" and "Red, White & Royal Blue."

Virgin Galactic successfully launched its first tourist passengers into space, marking a major milestone in the company's pursuit of space tourism. The three passengers experienced weightlessness and admired views of Earth and space before safely landing in New Mexico. This achievement fulfills a nearly two-decade-old promise by founder Richard Branson to bring tourists into space. The flight also establishes Virgin Galactic as a competitor in the suborbital space tourism sector.

Viral Summary: NASA's Voyager 2 spacecraft, which lost communication, has sent a signal confirming it's still operational. Attempts to restore communication will be made.

The UK is set to see a bigger and brighter moon on Tuesday night, known as the supermoon. The moon is at its closest point to Earth, making it appear larger and brighter than usual. The phenomenon is expected to be visible at dusk on August 1. Another supermoon will appear on August 30.

Elon Musk explains why he rebranded Twitter to X, citing the need for freedom of speech and to accelerate the release of the X app. The official Twitter account has been changed to X, along with other renamed accounts. Musk believes X will become the most valuable brand on Earth.

"Rare Blue Moons to Grace the Skies in August 2023, Including a Supermoon - Don't Miss Out!"

"Good Omens Season 2 finale delivers a heartbreaking twist as Aziraphale and Crowley finally share a tragic kiss."

"Good Omens Season 2: Aziraphale and Crowley Save Romance Amid Chaos"

"Twisted Metal" follows John Doe's journey in a post-apocalyptic world. Watch similar shows on Netflix, Hulu, or Amazon Prime.

Whistleblower claims US government has alien spacecraft; lawmakers demand transparency.

Stanford University President, Marc Tessier-Lavigne, has resigned following allegations of research misconduct. The allegations, first reported by a student newspaper, questioned the integrity of Tessier-Lavigne's research and his failure to address errors. While a report released by the university's board of trustees confirmed some of the allegations, it did not agree with the newspaper's claims of potential research fraud. Tessier-Lavigne, who had a successful career as a neuroscientist and fundraiser, joined Stanford in 2016 and helped raise billions of dollars for the university. Richard Saller, a Stanford classics professor, will serve as interim president.

Google Doodle celebrates Eunice Newton Foote, pioneer of climate science.

Canadian wildfires break record, burning over 10 million hectares this year.

India's Chandrayaan-3 mission successfully launched from Satish Dhawan Space Center.

Intense heat waves worsen climate change, droughts, and wildfires worldwide.

Northern Lights to be visible in multiple US states this week.

The MSG Sphere in Las Vegas, touted as the world's largest spherical structure, has showcased its LED lights display during a preview event on 4 July. The structure, which is 366 feet tall and 516 feet wide, features a bowl-shaped theatre with the world's highest-resolution wraparound LED screen. The exterior is fitted with 1.2 million LED lights that can display dynamic imagery on a massive scale. The venue, which cost $2.3bn to build, is set to open on 29 September with a series of U2 concerts.

MSG Sphere in Las Vegas fully illuminated in dazzling Fourth of July display, becoming largest LED screen and spherical structure worldwide.

First of four supermoons in 2023 to appear in July.

Nick Cannon and Bre Tiesi celebrate their son's first birthday at Disneyland.

Virgin Galactic successfully launches first commercial flight to edge of space with Italian crew.