Ancient zircon crystals shed light on 1 billion-year-old meteorite strike in Scotland

Space News - 12 May, 2025 - 16:00
Geologists have found that an ancient meteorite hit Scotland 200 million years later than previously thought, which has massive implications for the geological history of the region and some of the U.K.'s earliest land life.

JetBlue Gets a 'Sweet' Makeover With Dunkin’ Donuts-Inspired Plane

Aviation News - 12 May, 2025 - 15:18

JetBlue has added to its impressive arsenal of special liveries with a vibrant new color scheme that celebrates its partnership with Dunkin Donuts. Recently applied to an Airbus A320, the jazzy new paint job features the catering giant's signature shades of pink and orange, with the livery instantly standing out from the crowd when compared to JetBlue's usual offering. It reentered service over the weekend.

US Government Launches Security Investigation Into Commercial Aircraft, Parts & Engines Imports

Aviation News - 12 May, 2025 - 14:04

The United States Department of Commerce (DOC) has launched an investigation into imports of commercial aircraft and engines, as well as parts for aircraft and jet engines. The investigation aims to determine whether such imports from other nations affect the country’s national security.

Sci-fi cult classic 'Event Horizon' scares up a prequel comic series later this year and we can't wait

Space News - 12 May, 2025 - 14:00
Learn the original fate of the infamous “gravity drive” starship in IDW’s new five-issue summer shocker that emerges from hell in August 2025.

Spirit Airlines Delays Announcing Q1 Results: Here's Why

Aviation News - 12 May, 2025 - 13:21

Spirit Airlines has filed a notice, informing stakeholders, including the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), that it will delay the issuance of its Q1 quarterly report following its Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

NASA celebrated this employee's story of resilience, then tried to scrub it from the internet. Then fired her.

Space News - 12 May, 2025 - 12:00
NASA's deletion of websites related to women in STEM and other DEIA programs erased this woman's story from the internet. NASA put it back online, but then they fired her.

The 2025 full Flower Moon rises tonight: Here's what to expect

Space News - 12 May, 2025 - 11:00
When and where to catch the 2025 full Flower Moon rise tonight (May 12).

More Cuts? Frontier Airlines Axes 2 Routes This Summer

Aviation News - 12 May, 2025 - 10:49

Frontier Airlines has reportedly cut two more routes from its summer schedule. According to aviation analytics firm Cirium, the airline is suspending service between Chicago (MDW) and Las Vegas (LAS), as well as between Long Island (ISP) and Palm Beach (PBI). Cirium data reveals that the budget airline will stop operating on these routes in July and August 2025.

Trump Administration To Be Gifted A Luxury Boeing 747-8 From The Qatari Royal Family

Aviation News - 11 May, 2025 - 19:17

The Trump administration is preparing to accept a luxury Boeing 747-8 as a gift from the royal family of Qatar, according to multiple reports. Once received, the jumbo jet is reportedly expected to be upgraded to serve as a new Air Force One, despite questions being raised over the legalities of the matter.

How do you keep reusable spacecraft cool during reentry? Make them 'sweat'

Space News - 11 May, 2025 - 19:00
An innovative approach for fully reusable spacecraft suggests making them "sweat" to survive the scorching heat during their reentry to Earth's atmosphere.

United Airlines Is The Largest Carrier Flying To This Tiny Island Nation

Aviation News - 11 May, 2025 - 18:58

United Airlines will expand its international route network with a new nonstop direct service between Tokyo, Japan, and Koror, Palau, starting in October 2025. With this new route and its existing services, United Airlines remains the largest and the only carrier in the United States serving this small island nation.

Calling citizen scientists! Help NASA's Galaxy Zoo classify galaxies seen by James Webb Space Telescope

Space News - 11 May, 2025 - 18:05
Through a citizen science project called Galaxy Zoo, volunteers can help astronomers analyze over 500,000 James Webb Space Telescope images and classify galaxies observed from deep space.

'Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld' producer talks bringing back Asajj Ventress and Cad Bane for Disney+ series (exclusive)

Space News - 11 May, 2025 - 18:00
'They are undoubtedly villains. They murder people in cold blood.'

Air Canada Adds 13 New International Routes & 4 Destinations

Aviation News - 11 May, 2025 - 17:06

Air Canada has announced a significant expansion of its winter schedule for the 2025-26 season. The airline is launching 13 new routes and four entirely new destinations across Latin America and the Caribbean. This marks its most extensive seasonal network to the region, with 16% more seat capacity than last winter.

Playmobil, ESA partner on toy starter pack for a space mission on the moon

Space News - 11 May, 2025 - 16:00
They have taken them to space (for real) and advised on their futuristic Mars vehicles. Now the European Space Agency is partnering again with Playmobil to explore the moon.

All Delta Air Lines Continental Transpacific Flights Will Operate With Airbus A350-900s

Aviation News - 11 May, 2025 - 15:50

Delta Air Lines is reportedly planning to operate its entire continental transpacific route network with its fleet of Airbus A350-900 widebody aircraft. While much of Delta’s transpacific network is already operated by its A350s, some routes are still served by Airbus A330neos and have yet to be replaced.

Saudia Says US Flights Enjoy “Extremely Strong Load Factors” Despite Trump Tariff Turmoil

Aviation News - 11 May, 2025 - 15:00

Saudia, Saudi Arabia's national air carrier, recently announced details of how it will accelerate its fleet and network expansion plans. Some big moves are coming, including major aircraft orders and pushing new innovative technology into service. This strategy aims to strengthen its position even as the pressure of tariffs from the United States takes a toll on Gulf industries.

New Mexico's Spaceport America looks up and into the future

Space News - 11 May, 2025 - 14:00
Spaceport America is the first purpose-built commercial spaceport in the world — but its executive director has a portfolio of ideas to further grow the launch complex.

Emirates Says US Flights “Doing Well” Despite Travel Downturn

Aviation News - 11 May, 2025 - 13:12

The UAE national carrier Emirates has pushed back against concerns over weakening US-bound travel, stating that demand on its American routes remains strong. The airline’s Chairman and CEO, HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, said that the Dubai-based airline has not seen any drop in bookings for travel to or from the US, the Financial Times reported.

I went to STARMUS La Palma for science and music — I came back in love

Space News - 11 May, 2025 - 12:00
On a volcanic island under some of the darkest skies on Earth, I rediscovered the night sky and came home with a new view of our universe.

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