The U.S. Department of Energy said Thursday that the country's first commercial reactor will use nuclear fuel enriched above 5%. “Increased enrichment levels allow the fuel to function longer and operate at higher power levels, which could lead to additional…
This week, underwater enthusiasts can join a virtual expedition into the deep with ocean explorers, using remotely operated vehicles to capture images below the surface to explore uncharted waters off the coast of Hawaii. “Most of the waters that will…
Meteor showers are considered to be some of the most spectacular astronomical events. From the Lyrid meteor shower in late April to the spectacular Geminids in December, these celestial events offer the spectacle of shooting stars and bright fireballs across…
The final satellite in an advanced series of weather instruments designed to improve weather forecasting on Earth and in space began official operations Tuesday, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. GOES-19 replaces GOES-16, providing coverage of the GOES…
A dagger believed to have been used for ritual purposes during the Iron Age was found embedded in a piece of clay that had fallen from a cliff during a powerful storm. Museum of the History of Kamensk Land. A…
This week in Alabama, NASA will launch the 31st annual Rover Competition, which allows students from around the world to showcase their engineering skills in the space agency's obstacle course events. On Friday, student teams will gather for the annual…