Could deciphering dolphin language help us communicate with ET?

Space News - 23 May, 2025 - 12:00
There are creatures here on Earth that may give us clues about how to communicate with extraterrestrial intelligence — dolphins, which are famously social and smart.

Japan tests its Mars moon sample-return probe ahead of 2026 launch (photo)

Space News - 23 May, 2025 - 11:00
Japan is putting its Martian Moons eXploration (MMX) spacecraft through a series of tests ahead of its launch to Mars next year.

Stand Up Seats Are Probably Not Coming To LCCs Next Year

Aviation News - 22 May, 2025 - 23:26

Several tabloids have recently reported that low-cost carriers may begin installing standing seats on commercial aircraft as early as 2026. The stories center on Aviointeriors’ long-running “SkyRider” saddle seat concept, implying that budget airlines like Ryanair and easyJet could soon implement the design to increase capacity and lower fares.

NASA's Jet Propulsion Lab ending telework policy for nearly 5,500 employees

Space News - 22 May, 2025 - 23:16
NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory has told more than 5,500 hybrid and telework employees that they must return to on-site work or resign.

Different: Allegiant Air Adds New Route Within The US's 36th Largest State

Aviation News - 22 May, 2025 - 21:05

Allegiant's all-domestic operation involves 42 US states. Unsurprisingly, intra-state services in the ultra-low-cost-carrier's network are highly unusual. Until Allegiant's latest route announcement, its sole links for the rest of 2025 were to be within Florida: Orlando Sanford and Tampa St Pete to Key West. However, it will now begin flying between Knoxville and Memphis in Tennessee, the country's 36th-largest state by geographic area.

United Airlines Passenger Sues After "Heavy Roller Suitcase" Falls From Overhead Bin

Aviation News - 22 May, 2025 - 21:00

Very rarely do passengers file lawsuits against an airline when there was no major flight safety incident involved. However, that has recently taken place in the case of a United Airlines passenger who was injured by a falling suitcase onboard a flight that took place back in 2023. The passenger in question is alleging serious damages against the carrier, arguing that the cabin crew are at fault for not appropriately securing the suitcase in question.

'Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow': Release date, plot, cast, and everything we know about Kara Zor-El's DCU movie

Space News - 22 May, 2025 - 21:00
Superman's Kryptonian cousin is set to soar in DC Studios' 2026 solo superhero flick.

Scientists find rare double-star system where one star orbited inside the other

Space News - 22 May, 2025 - 20:00
Astronomers may have discovered a rare type of binary star system, where one star used to orbit inside its partner.

SpaceX gets FAA approval for Flight 9 of Starship megarocket

Space News - 22 May, 2025 - 19:51
The FAA has greenlit Flight 9 of Starship's giant rocket after wrapping up a safety review of the mishap that occurred on the vehicle's most recent launch.

Boeing Speeds Up 737 MAX Production To Nearly 40 Aircraft Per Month

Aviation News - 22 May, 2025 - 19:41

Boeing aims to maintain a monthly production rate of 38 aircraft for the 737 MAX program. This is the maximum output currently permitted by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and the manufacturer will need to prove that it can maintain this level before it is allowed to produce more aircraft.

Borderlands games in order: Chronological and release

Space News - 22 May, 2025 - 19:00
Borderlands 4 is almost here, and whether you're a newcomer or a lapsed Vault hunter, you might need this list of every Borderlands game in order.

The New SLC: How Salt Lake City’s Route Network Has Developed With 6 Airlines In 4 Years

Aviation News - 22 May, 2025 - 18:16

Since 2020, when Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) opened phase one of its ‘The New SLC’ project, the airport has welcomed six new airlines to its premises, which also offered additional international connections. The number does not include two public charter companies, Aero and JSX, which have also launched services from/to the Utahn airport.

From near to far, from here to there, Hubble sees galaxies everywhere | Space photo of the day for May 22, 2025

Space News - 22 May, 2025 - 18:07
This Hubble Space Telescope image features a remote galaxy, which appears as a red arc that partially encircles a foreground elliptical galaxy.

SAS Now Serves 10 US Destinations With Latest Route Launch

Aviation News - 22 May, 2025 - 18:05

On May 21, ahead of the peak summer season, SAS reintroduced flights from Copenhagen to Seattle.It is one of numerous transatlantic US routes starting this month. The carrier served Seattle for many years until 2009.

Chinese astronauts add debris shields to Tiangong space station during 8-hour spacewalk (video)

Space News - 22 May, 2025 - 18:00
Two Chinese astronauts completed an 8-hour spacewalk on May 22, successfully installing debris shielding on the exterior of the Tiangong space station.

Virgin Galactic on track to start launching customers again in 2026, but seat prices will rise

Space News - 22 May, 2025 - 17:00
Virgin Galactic remains on track to bring its new "Delta-class" space plane into commercial service next year, company representatives said.

Cessna 550 Crashes Into San Diego Neighborhood & Causes Fire To Burn Multiple Homes

Aviation News - 22 May, 2025 - 16:16

A Cessna 550 crashed into a military housing neighborhood in San Diego early Thursday morning, igniting fires across multiple homes and vehicles, according to city officials. San Diego Fire-Rescue said it received an emergency call at 03:37, with crews arriving at the crash site just six minutes later. The San Diego Police Department (SDPD) confirmed its response and urged the public to "avoid the area while crews work".

Mark Rocket, a former ambassador and more: Blue Origin reveals passengers for 12th space tourism launch

Space News - 22 May, 2025 - 16:00
Blue Origin has revealed the identities of the six passengers who will fly on the company's 12th human spaceflight mission. A target date has not yet been announced.

Tasty Treats: What American Airlines Has Added To Economy's Buy On Board Menu

Aviation News - 22 May, 2025 - 15:52

American Airlines has announced that it is set to enhance the buy-on-board food and drink selections for its economy class passengers. Starting next month, the carrier's increased offering will feature an interesting range of new snacks, including sliders, tapas, and biltong. It has also invested in its beverage offering, and will be rolling out tequila from a Texas-based supplier onboard certain flights in June.

The Most Unusual Transatlantic Flight Uses The Boeing 737-700

Aviation News - 22 May, 2025 - 15:05

More than 80 passenger airlines will operate across the Atlantic from the Americas this year. Of these, the minuscule Air Saint-Pierre might not be one that immediately comes to mind. As its fleet consists of a few turboprops, the carrier wet-leases a Boeing 737-700 from ASL Airlines for the time-limited transatlantic domestic operation to/from Paris CDG, with the service marketed and sold by Air Saint-Pierre. F-GZTP has been used the most.

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