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NASA Destination Station to Replicate International Space Station
NASA's Destination Station is coming to the Indiana State Museum. NASA is going to let the community explore what it's like on the International Space Station.
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Space X Falcon 9 Rocket Dragoncraft: Next Launch Scheduled For Friday
The next launch for the Space X Falcon 9 Dragon spacecraft is scheduled for Friday. Space X set a Friday at 3:25 p. m. launch time for the Falcon 9 rocket spacecraft's retry toward the International Space Station however weather conditions could hinder it again until Saturday.
New Smartphone App Provides Pay-by-Phone Option in Chicago
A new phone app that allows drivers in Chicago to pay for a parking meter with their smartphone will be tested this week. Testing for the project, called the ParkChicago app, will begin today, April 15, and the program will last two to three weeks.
UN Panel Warns that More Effort is Needed to Combat Climate Change
A United Nations science panel issued a warning about climate change on Sunday, saying that governments are not putting enough effort in changing the way they use technology and sources of energy.
Scientists Discover How to Generate Solar Power with Nanotubes in the Dark
A team of researchers at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Harvard University have found a way to use nanotubes to absorb heat from the sun and store solar energy for later use.
Naps May Increase Your Risk of Death from Lung Diseases
A new study suggests that regular napping can increase the chance of an early death by about a third. People who sleep for an hour or more during the day could be increasing their risks of developing lung diseases such as emphysema, bronchitis and pneumonia.
Supernova Remnant Blasted and then Swept Up Nearby Materials
Astronomers have discovered a supernova remnant that has cleaned up a large amount of surrounding material. The remnant is called G352.7-0.1, or G352 for short, and the material it swept up is equal to almost 45 times the mass of the Sun.
Lionfish Numbers Reportedly Down in Jamaica
Lionfish have decreased 66 percent in Jamaica. Known for creating chaos on reefs over several years and devouring fish who habitat the Lionfish have recently decreased in numbers according to an Associated Press article on abcnews.
Helium Leak Falcon 9 Rocket Launch: Event Delayed Until At Least Friday
A Helium issue has delayed the Space X Falcon 9 rocket launch until Friday at the earliest. Astronauts plan to re-launch the Space X Falcon 9 rocket Friday in another attempt to complete the third of 12 trips that will bring more supplies to the International Space Station after crew members experienced adversity Monday when Helium was noticed coming from the rocket's first level prior to the rocket's scheduled 4:58 p.
Israeli Company Creates ‘Anti-Radiation Belt’ for Nuclear Catastrophes
The Israeli firm Stemrad has created a body belt that protects people from the most harmful effects of gamma radiation. The belt is called the Stemrad 360 Gamma and is designed for emergency services in nuclear accidents.