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Rare marbled duck returns to Delhi-NCR after 30 years

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Rare marbled duck returns to Delhi-NCR after 30 years

Rare duck species spotted at Sultanpur National Park! The marbled duck made a surprise appearance, highlighting the park's importance for migratory birds.

'Living in the dark ocean': Scientists find mysterious alien predator in ocean depths, name it 'Darkness'

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'Living in the dark ocean': Scientists find mysterious alien predator in ocean depths, name it 'Darkness'

Meet Dulcibella camanchaca, a new species of predatory amphipod discovered in the Atacama Trench. This deep-sea creature reveals the importance of exploring and protecting our ocean ecosystems.

How China could become the first country to bring back Mars samples by 2031

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How China could become the first country to bring back Mars samples by 2031

China's space agency aims to make history by returning Mars samples to Earth by 2031.

Ursid meteor shower 2024: Date, peak time, where, and how to watch the final meteor display of the year

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Ursid meteor shower 2024: Date, peak time, where, and how to watch the final meteor display of the year

Catch the final meteor shower of the year! The Ursid meteor shower peaks on December 21-22, offering a spectacular celestial display. Get viewing tips and learn about the science behind the shower.

Two giant asteroids to zoom past Earth at high speed today, confirms NASA

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Two giant asteroids to zoom past Earth at high speed today, confirms NASA

NASA has detected two asteroids, 2024 XY5 and 2024 XB6, approaching Earth on December 16.

NASA's critical warning: A 200-foot, airplane-sized asteroid is approaching Earth at high speed today

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NASA's critical warning: A 200-foot, airplane-sized asteroid is approaching Earth at high speed today

NASA has identified two asteroids, 2024 XF4 and 2024 XB16, set to pass Earth on December 15.

'Lunar plants growing fast': NASA’s Moon trees from Artemis I blossom across the US

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'Lunar plants growing fast': NASA’s Moon trees from Artemis I blossom across the US

NASA's Moon trees are flourishing across the US, inspiring education, community engagement, and environmental stewardship, while connecting to the Apollo 14 mission's legacy.

NASA to launch SPHEREx observatory by early 2025 to explore the universe’s past and origins

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NASA to launch SPHEREx observatory by early 2025 to explore the universe’s past and origins

NASA's SPHEREx observatory is set to launch in February 2025, aiming to uncover secrets of the universe's past, including cosmic inflation and galaxy formation.

NASA’s Juno captures stunning close-up of Jupiter’s moon Io’s volcanic activity; see image here

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NASA’s Juno captures stunning close-up of Jupiter’s moon Io’s volcanic activity; see image here

NASA's Juno spacecraft captures stunning images of Io's volcanic surface, revealing fresh lava flows and sulfur dioxide gas emissions.

NASA's James Webb discovers Firefly Sparkle galaxy with mass similar to the Milky Way

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NASA's James Webb discovers Firefly Sparkle galaxy with mass similar to the Milky Way

NASA's Webb Telescope 'weighs' galaxy Firefly Sparkle, revealing its mass and star formation processes 600 million years after the Big Bang.

NASA, with the help of citizens, reveals new insights into the Sun's impact on Earth through solar eclipse research

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NASA, with the help of citizens, reveals new insights into the Sun's impact on Earth through solar eclipse research

NASA's research on the 2024 total solar eclipse reveals new insights into the Sun's effects on Earth's atmosphere, thanks to citizen scientists and innovative projects.

Lighter, cooler, faster: How NASA's space tech inspired and revolutionised brakes for high-performance cars

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Lighter, cooler, faster: How NASA's space tech inspired and revolutionised brakes for high-performance cars

NASA's innovative brake technology, inspired by spacecraft design, is revolutionizing vehicle brakes. Orbis Brakes Inc. adapts this technology for high-performance applications.

Giant asteroid to hit Earth? NASA warns of 110-foot space rock approaching Earth at high speed tomorrow

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Giant asteroid to hit Earth? NASA warns of 110-foot space rock approaching Earth at high speed tomorrow

Astronomers are keeping an eye on asteroid 2024 XU9. This 110-foot space rock will pass Earth on 14 December 2024.

NASA’s Juno mission cracks decade-long mystery of Jupiter’s moon Io’s volcanic secrets

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NASA’s Juno mission cracks decade-long mystery of Jupiter’s moon Io’s volcanic secrets

Jupiter’s moon Io, is the most volcanic body in the solar system. About 400 volcanoes erupt on its surface, blasting lava and plumes.

Arctic ice melting rapidly: First ice-free day could arrive by 2030, experts warn

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Arctic ice melting rapidly: First ice-free day could arrive by 2030, experts warn

The Arctic Ocean may see its first ice-free day by 2030, warns a new study. Climate change and greenhouse gas emissions are driving Arctic sea ice loss at an unprecedented rate.

Geminid meteor shower 2024: Year's brightest sky display peaks tonight with full moon; here's when to watch

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Geminid meteor shower 2024: Year's brightest sky display peaks tonight with full moon; here's when to watch

The Geminid meteor shower peaks on 13 December, offering a celestial display despite the near-full moon. Discover tips to enhance your viewing experience.

A 210-foot, airplane-sized asteroid is heading towards Earth at an alarming speed today

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A 210-foot, airplane-sized asteroid is heading towards Earth at an alarming speed today

NASA has identified two asteroids, 2024 XW15 and 2024 XC16, set to fly past Earth on December 13.

Astronomers spot a mysterious object colliding with supermassive black hole jet in a distant galaxy

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Astronomers spot a mysterious object colliding with supermassive black hole jet in a distant galaxy

Astronomers discover unique collision between black hole jet and unidentified object in Centaurus A galaxy, shedding new light on cosmic dynamics.

NASA Mars Rover is looking out for 'Lookout Hill'

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NASA Mars Rover is looking out for 'Lookout Hill'

NASA's Perseverance rover reaches a new milestone on Mars, completing its 30th abrasion on Rio Chiquito and heading towards Witch Hazel Hill and Lookout Hill.

NASA issues urgent warning: 97-foot asteroid and two massive space rocks approaching Earth today

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NASA issues urgent warning: 97-foot asteroid and two massive space rocks approaching Earth today

NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory is tracking three asteroids approaching Earth today.

NASA explains why Ingenuity helicopter crashed on Mars, watch video here

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NASA explains why Ingenuity helicopter crashed on Mars, watch video here

NASA's Ingenuity helicopter faced an unexpected crash on Mars, but its legacy lives on in the next-generation Mars Chopper concept, designed for expanded aerial exploration on the Red Planet.

Geminid Meteor shower 2024 date and peak time: Here's when and how to witness year's strongest meteor show

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Geminid Meteor shower 2024 date and peak time: Here's when and how to witness year's strongest meteor show

The Geminid meteor shower peaks on 13-14 December. Discover tips for the best viewing and what sets the Geminids apart.

'Frozen world beyond our Solar System': NASA's James Webb spots water in distant star-forming disk

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'Frozen world beyond our Solar System': NASA's James Webb spots water in distant star-forming disk

The James Webb Space Telescope uncovers frozen water in a distant protoplanetary disk, revealing insights into the origins of water and potential planetary systems beyond our Solar System.

Witness the 2024 Cold Moon: When and how to watch year's last full moon with Geminid meteor shower

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Witness the 2024 Cold Moon: When and how to watch year's last full moon with Geminid meteor shower

Catch the Cold Moon, December's full moon, on December 15, 2024, for a mesmerizing celestial display, marking the end of 2024 and the beginning of winter.

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