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SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 116 *Black holes eat faster than previously expected A new study is changing the way astrophysicists understand the eating habits of supermassive black holes. *Ingenuity Helicopter sets new altitude flight record on Mars NASA’s Mars Ingenuity Helicopter has set a new altitude flight record reaching some 20 metres above the red planet’s ancient desert landscape. *Rocket Labs Electron suffers a rare failure Rocket lab have grounded all Electron missions following the failure of its latest launch from New Zealand. *The Science Report Scientists have begun Phase 1 trials of a new HIV vaccine. The latest example of the ever increasing power of AI Growing evidence that fact checking is just the opinion of the fact checker. Alex on Tech:#astronomy #space #science #news #podcast #spacetimeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-with-stuart-gary--2458531/support.

SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 115 *Astronomers reveal cosmic ribbon around rare galaxy Astronomers have identified a spectacular stream of atomic hydrogen wrapped around a distant galaxy like a giant cosmic ribbon. *A new location in the search for Martian life NASA’s Mars Perseverance rover has just arrived at a new location in the red planet’s Jezero Crater that would be a good spot in the search for evidence of ancient microbial life. *Space Station fires up its thrusters to avoid oncoming space junk The crew aboard the International Space Station have been forced to take evasive action and manoeuvre the orbiting outpost away from space junk hurtling towards them out of control. *The Science Report Scientists have for the first-time sequenced RNA from an extinct animal species. A daily Low-dose aspirin could reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes in older adults. Iran bans U.N. nuclear weapons inspectors Skeptics guide to hypnosisBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-with

This episode of SpaceTime is brought to by Incogni...protecting you and your data online. Use code STUARTGARY at the link below to get an exlusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan: https://incogni.com/stuartgary**SpaceTime with Stuart Gary - Series 26 Episode 114 Show Notes:** - **Orbital Satellite Collision:** Another satellite collision has occurred in space, adding to the growing concern of space debris and the looming threat of the Kessler syndrome. - **Mysterious White Dwarf Supernova:** Astronomers have discovered an extraordinary remnant from a supernova explosion observed in the Far East nearly 850 years ago, marking it as one of the most unique remnants ever found. - **SpaceX's Starship Update:** Following the dramatic explosion during its inaugural orbital flight on April 20, SpaceX's Starship is on track to receive flight clearance next month. The company has addressed most of the FAA's corrective measures. - **The Science Report Highlights:** - E-cigarette Usage & Stress: A recent study indicate

This episode of SpaceTime is brought to you with the help of Incogni - safeguarding your privacy online. To get a whopping 60% off your subscription as a SpaceTime listener, just visit www.incogni.com/stuartgarySpaceTime with Stuart Gary Series 26 Episode 113 Show Notes - **Webb Telescope's Local Discoveries**: NASA's James Webb space telescope, renowned for peering into the distant universe, has unveiled a closer mystery. Astronomers report the discovery of 21 intriguing brown dwarfs. - **Mars' Mineral Mystery**: Earth boasts nearly 6,000 known minerals. Yet, Mars, a planet with many Earth-like qualities, has revealed only 161 minerals in over half a century of exploration. Why the stark difference? - **Neutrino: The Silent Majority**: Neutrinos, the universe's most abundant matter, are elusive. Despite their minuscule size, allowing billions to pass through us unnoticed, their cosmic significance is unparalleled. - **The Science Report Highlights**: - **AI's Creative Leap**: AI chatbots now rival human crea

SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 112 *Finding the closest black holes to Earth Astronomers searching for black holes near the Earth have discovered what appears to be a seething nest of them in the Hyades star cluster just 153 light years away. *A black hole slowly devouring a Sun like star Astronomers using NASA’s Swift space Telescope have discovered a black hole in a distant galaxy repeatedly consuming Sun-like star ripping bits off it piece by piece on every orbit. *Newly discovered comet swinging through the hood Astronomers have discovered a new comet swinging through our cosmic neighbourhood for the first time in 437 years. *The Science Report Replacing half the animal products with plant-based alternatives reduces gas emissions by 31%.. A new study claims managing your blood pressure can help reduce your risk of dementia. Physicists have for the first time detected oxygen-28. Skeptics guide to whether AI can communicate with us telepathically This week’s guests: Talia Weiss from Yale University Elise Novi

**SpaceTime with Stuart Gary Series 26 Episode 111 Show Notes** 1. **Parker Solar Probe's Venus Flyby:** Dive into the details of the Parker Solar Probe's recent gravity-assist flyby of Venus. This maneuver has propelled the spacecraft into a series of record-setting flights around the Sun commencing this month. 2. **Discovery of 50 New Exoplanets:** Astronomers have unveiled a significant discovery! Explore the treasure trove of 50 new exoplanets located in our galactic neighborhood. These celestial bodies orbit stars distinct from our Sun. 3. **NASA's SpaceX Crew-6 Safe Return:** After an impressive 186 days in orbit, NASA's SpaceX Crew-6 has made a triumphant return. Learn about their safe splashdown in the North Atlantic Ocean, near Jacksonville, Florida. 4. **The Science Report: Autism's Eye Contact Study:** Delve into a groundbreaking study that investigates the reasons behind the lack of eye contact in individuals with autism. 5. **Plants & Toxic Fumes:** Discover the remarkable ability of plants t

**SpaceTime with Stuart Gary S26E110 - Show Notes** **1. OSIRIS-Rex's Earthbound Journey** - NASA has successfully conducted a test run, gearing up for the anticipated return of the OSIRIS-Rex sample return capsule. - The capsule is set to make its re-entry into Earth's atmosphere and gracefully parachute down over the Utah desert on September 24. **2. Unveiling Distant Worlds** - Astronomers have unveiled a significant discovery, identifying two of the most extended period exoplanets known to date. **3. China's Leap to the Moon** - China has shared an initial glimpse into their ambitious lunar program. - They have unveiled preliminary designs of their first-ever manned lunar lander, aiming to send taikonauts to the Moon's surface by the year 2030. **4. The Science Report Highlights** - **Rising Temperatures & Health:** Recent studies indicate that increased temperatures could lead to a higher number of heart attacks, especially for those on prevalent heart medications. - **Human Impact on Wildlife:** It'

SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 109 *Have they finally found planet X? Astronomers in Japan have found possible evidence of an Earth-like planet orbiting in the Kuiper Belt. *XRISM space telescope launches into orbit. A powerful new Xray telescope has just blasted into orbit. The X-ray Imaging and Spectroscopy Mission -- XRISM - was launched aboard an H-IIA rocket from the Tanegashima Space Center in southern Japan. *Discovery of a local Baryonic Acoustic Oscillation Astronomers have discovered an immense bubble 820 million light years from Earth that's believed to be a fossil-like remnant of the birth of the universe. *The Science Report Australia on course for increasingly hot and dry conditions. Black death made the human immune system what it is today. Study warns whales ingest up to 10 million pieces of microplastics every day. Skeptics guide to growing corruption in the World Health Organisation This week’s guests: NASA XRISM Mission Astrophysicist Francois Mernier NASA XRISM Mission Astrophysicist Takashi

This episode of SpaceTime is brought to you with the support of Incogni , the new data protection service Use code stuartgary at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan: https://incogni.com/stuartgarySpaceTime Series 26 Episode 108 *Study shows fewer feeding black holes than thought A survey of a swath of the cosmos using the James Webb Space Telescope has revealed active galactic nuclei – which are feeding supermassive black holes -- are rarer than previously assumed. *NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope Work is continuing on NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope which is expected to launch in 2027. *Muon g-2 exploring uncharted territory in search of new physics The most precise measurement ever undertaken of an elementary particle’s magnetism suggests that the standard model’ of physics is probably right after all. *The Science Report People with type 2 diabetes who replace sugary drinks have lower rates of early death. Discovery of ancient marine reptile that feeds like b

This episode is brought to you with the help of our new sponsor Incogni - a new and powerful data protection service. Use code stuartgary at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan: https://incogni.com/stuartgarySpaceTime Series 26 Episode 107 *Solar Orbiter discovers tiny jets that could power the solar wind Astronomers have discovered tiny jets on the Sun that could be the source of the solar wind – the constant stream of charged particles flowing out from the S un and filling the solar system. *Looking for signs of the earliest life in outback Australia Astrobiologists and geologists with NASA have been scouring the Pilbara region of outback Western Australia looking for the earliest signs of life on Earth. *Getting busy aboard the International Space Station Four new astronauts have arrived aboard the International Space Station following a text book launch from the Kenedy Space Centre in Florida. *The Science Report Study shows claims paper straws contain potentially toxic chemi

The Space News Podcast. SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 106 *The violent accretion disk of a supermassive black hole Astronomers have for the first time ever, captured spectra from the tumultuous accretion disk of an actively feeding super massive black hole. *Studying the monster Centaurus A Astronomers have combined two major Australian radio telescopes and several optical telescopes to study complex mechanisms that are fuelling jets of material blasting away from a supermassive black hole 55 million times more massive than the Sun. *Indian lunar rover confirms sulphur on Moon's south pole India's Pragyan or Wisdom lunar rover has confirmed the presence of sulphur at the Moon’s south pole. *The Science Report Discovery of cancer drug that could target HIV silent cells. A new test which could help predict who will get dementia in the next 14 years. The latest search for the elusive Loch Ness Monster. Skeptics guide to dumbing down India This week’s guest: Ben McKinley from the Curtin University node of the Inte

The Space News Podcast. SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 105 *Massive brown dwarf discovered Astronomers have discovered a massive new brown dwarf some 80 times the mass of Jupiter. *Innospace set to launch into orbit from the Northern Territory South Korean rocket launch company Innospace is set to become the first long-term tenant based at Equatorial Launch Australia’s spaceport in the Northern Territory. *Australia Moves Forward with Tomahawk Missile Procurement The Australian Defence force has agreed to purchase hundreds on long range Tomahawk cruise missiles from Raytheon as part of a 1.7-billion-dollar program. *September SkyWatch The September Equinox the constellations Capricorn and Aquarius and the Aurigids and Epsilon Perseids meteor showers dominate the night skies of September on SkyWatch. This week’s guest: Sophia Roberts from NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center And our regular guests: Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics Alex Zaharov-Reutt from www.techadvice.life Listen to SpaceTime via our websit

The Space News Podcast. SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 104 *A giant black hole destroys a massive star Astronomers have been examining the ripped apart remains of a once giant star that was torn apart and discarded by a supermassive black hole. *A new window on the X-ray cosmos Japan is about to launch a new X-ray telescope which will further enhance sciences understanding o\f the universe. *A “Jupiter” hotter than the Sun Astronomers have discovered a hot Jupiter come Brown dwarf hotter than the surface of the Sun. *The Science Report Emperor penguin colonies in Antarctica experiencing complete breeding failure due to global warming. A new study has recommended that Mask-wearing should continue in healthcare settings. No link found between a country's uptake of Facebook and its population having poorer mental health. Alex on Tech: Samsung slammed by government consumer report. Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen and access s

The Space News Podcast. SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 103 *India lands first mission on Moon - first to reach south pole India has become only the fourth nation -- after the Soviet Union, the United States and China -- to land a spacecraft on the Moon, and the first to land near the Lunar south pole. *Russian spacecraft crashes onto the Moon Russia’s Lunar25 mission has crashed while attempting to land at the Moon’s South Pole. *The mystery of Neptune’s disappearing clouds For the first time in nearly three decades of observations, clouds seen on Neptune have all but vanished. *The Science Report Detection of a new highly mutated variant of the SARS COV-2 virus that causes Covid-19. Are we headed for a bumper bush fire season this summer. A new analysis of bronze age diets. Skeptics guide to facilitated communication. **Support SpaceTime with Stuart Gary: Be Part of Our Cosmic Journey!** SpaceTime is fueled by passion, not big corporations or grants. We're on a mission to become 100% listener-supported, allow

This episode is brought to you with the support of NordVPN. To get our exclusive deal (including free extra months service) with www.nordvpn.com/stuartgary and help support the show.SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 102 *New study finds Mars is spinning faster than thought A new study undertaking the most precise measurements ever of the red planet’s rotation have found that Mars is spinning faster than previously thought. *Maisie’s galaxy is among earliest ever observed Astronomers searching the heavens for some of the earliest galaxies ever seen have now confirmed that a galaxy first detected last year is in fact among the earliest ever found. *Getting ready to fly the HERA planetary defense mission The smallest radar to fly in space has been delivered to the European Space Agency for integration aboard the Juventas spacecraft which will form part of the upcoming HERA planetary defense mission. *The Science Report Autism linked to a higher risk of suicide and self-harm. Scientists see a pause in recent coral reco

This episode of SpaceTime is brought to you by NordVPN. To get the deals visit www.nordvpn.com/stuartgarySpaceTime Series 26 Episode 101 *Curiosity Rover faces its toughest climb yet on Mars Shortly before the rover’s 11th anniversary on the Red Planet, its team helped guide it up a steep, slippery slope to examine meteor craters. *Discovery of the demon particle Researchers claim to have finally discovered the long sort after Demon Particle some 67 years after it was first predicted. *Virgin Galactic begins regular tourist flights to the edge of space Virgin Galactic has now commenced regular flights carrying tourists to the edge of space. *The Science Report Study shows young people who vape are more likely to develop bronchitis. ChatGPT's newest model still referencing fake articles. Swinburne University’s new $5.2 million supercomputer. Alex on Tech: new 27 inch LG TV, don’t sleep with i-phones on charge, and a smarter google. Your support is needed... **Support SpaceTime with Stuart Gary: Be Part of Our

The Space News Podcast. SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 100 *Webb reveals colours of Earendel, most distant star ever detected Astronomers have used the Webb Space Telescope to study Earendel, one of the most distant stars ever detected. *Sustained nuclear fusion achieved for a second time Scientists at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in California have successfully repeated their historic nuclear fusion experiment. *Russian and Indian missions race to the Moon The first Russian Moon mission in nearly fifty years has successfully entered lunar orbit and will deploy its lander later today. The spacecraft entered a 100 kilometre high lunar orbit as India’s Chandrayaan-3 Vikram Lander successfully undocked from its propulsion module in lunar orbit and began its slow week long decent down towards the lunar south pole. *The Science Report Genetically modified pig kidneys transplanted into a brain dead human patient functioning normally Warnings that the increasing number of extreme bushfires could exacerbat

This episode of SpaceTime is brought to you with the support of NordVPN. To check out the special deal we have for, please visit www.nordvpn.com/stuartgary - you'll be glad you did.In this episode:**Mars Curiosity Rover's Discovery**: Unearth the secrets of the Red Planet with NASA's latest findings. Ancient mud cracks suggest potential life-friendly conditions on Mars. Dive deep into the significance of these hexagonal patterns and what they mean for the history of microbial life. - **Europe's Eucalyptus Spacecraft's Journey**: Join the European Space Agency as their spacecraft reaches its final orbit. Discover its mission alongside the James Webb Space Telescope and the mysteries they aim to unravel. - **Fiery Skies Over Melbourne**: Experience the awe as Melbourne's sky lights up with space junk from a Russian Soyuz rocket. Learn about the mission behind this rocket and where the debris finally settled. - **Euclid's Mission to Uncover Dark Matter**: Embark on a cosmic journey with the European Space Agency

This episode of SpaceTime is brought to you with the support of NordVPN. To check out the special SpaceTime deal Stuart talks about, just visit www.nordvpn.com/stuartgary and help support the show. You can also find link details on the SpaceTime website.**Mars Ingenuity Back in Action**: After an unexpected landing last month, NASA's Mars Ingenuity helicopter is once again soaring the Martian skies.**Boeing's Starliner Setbacks**: The launch of Boeing's CST-100 Starliner to the International Space Station faces further delays, with crewed flights postponed until at least March 2024.**Deep Space Network's Dual Role**: Beyond its primary function of communicating with spacecrafts like those orbiting the Moon, NASA's Deep Space Network of massive radio antennas aids scientists in studying the gravity and density of distant planets.**The Science Report Highlights**: - **Climate Change's Grip on Antarctica**: Recent findings confirm that the impacts of climate change have touched every corner of Antarctica. - **Po

**1. A New Gravity Perspective:** Evidence points towards modified Newtonian dynamics (MOND). This potential shift in understanding gravity could rival the significance of general relativity. The scientific community awaits further confirmation. **2. Delving into the Universe's Infancy:** The Australian National University spearheads a groundbreaking research project. Dive deep into the early universe in three dimensions, exploring the formation of its first elements post the big bang, 13.8 billion years in the past. **3. Chandrayaan-3's Lunar Feat:** India's ambitious lunar mission, Chandrayaan-3, achieves a pivotal milestone by successfully transitioning into a lunar orbit. **4. The Science Report Highlights:** - A new variant of COVID-19 emerges, rapidly becoming dominant. - The Great Barrier Reef faces potential irreversible damages due to climate change. - Discoveries hint at possibly the largest animal ever to have existed. **5. Skeptic's Corner:** A light-hearted guide to the concept of marrying a ghos