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The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 24 Episode 139*Jets discovered erupting from the Milky Way’s supermassive black holeAstronomers have detected jets erupting from Sagittarius A* -- the supermassive black hole at the heart of our Milky Way galaxy.*A new tool in the search for life beyond EarthA new study says scientists need to know more about the chemical make up of the Venusian atmosphere before they can really speculate about the possibility of life in the clouds.*Antarctic solar eclipseThe Antarctic has experienced a rare total solar eclipse is giving researchers a unique opportunity to learn more about how solar eclipses affect space weather.*The Science ReportChina has launched another cyberattack against AustraliaAI-designed life forms develop a new -- never before seen in nature -- form of reproduction.Archaeologists have discovered a 2,100-Year-Old Hellenistic fortress in central Israel.Skeptic's guide to a 12-year study psychic predictions.Listen to SpaceTime

The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 24 Episode 138*New study says one in five galaxies could be hiddenAstronomers at the University of Copenhagen’s Cosmic Dawn Center have discovered two previously invisible galaxies 29 billion light-years away.*Hundreds of new planets discoveredNASA has announced the discovery of another 301 exoplanets – planets orbiting stars other than the Sun.*Black Sky launches from southern QueenslandBlack Sky Aerospace has successfully launched a satellite security test play load from its Goondiwindi launch complex in south western Queensland.*Russia launches a new module to the Space StationA Russian Soyuz rocket has blasted off from the Baikonur cosmodrome in the central Asian republic of Kazakhstan carrying the new Prichal docking module for the International Space Station.*December SkywatchThe December Solstice, the Eta Carinae ticking time bomb, the Orion constellation, and the annual Geminids meteor shower are among the highlights of Decembe

The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 24 Episode 137*The Magellanic stream closer than previously thoughtA new study suggests the Magellanic stream is five times closer to the Milky Way galaxy than previously thought. The discovery means it will start colliding with the Milky Way far sooner than expected.*New Zealand’s Rocket Lab launches its 22nd Electron missionRocket Lab has successfully launched another two satellites into orbit aboard its Electron rocket.*There’s been an incident involving the James Webb space telescopeOops is not something you want to hear when moving a ten-billion-dollar space telescope. But that’s what’s just happened at the European Space Agency’s Kourou Space Port in French Guyana as technicians were attempting to attach the new James Webb Space Telescope to its launch vehicle adapter on the upper stage of the Ariane 5 rocket.*NASA continues work to retore the Hubble Space TelescopeNASA has brought the Wide Field Camera 3 instrument back on line

The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 24 Episode 136*Near-Earth asteroid might be a lost fragment of the MoonA new study claims a near Earth asteroid might be a fragment of the Moon. The one hundred and fifty metre wide space rock called Kamo`oalewa is a quasi-satellite orbiting around the Sun with the Earth -- often getting to within 15 Million kilometres of Earth.*The fastest spinning white dwarf ever seenAstronomers have discovered the fastest spinning white dwarf star ever seen.*The longest partial lunar eclipse since 1440Skywatchers over much of the world have enjoyed the longest partial lunar eclipse in nearly 600 years with the Moon bathed in brilliant scarlet.*NASA’s DART mission blasts off on a journey to slam into an asteroidNASA has successfully launched a mission which could eventually save planet Earth from an asteroid impact.*The Science ReportGrowing fears globally following the discovery of the new Omicron strain of COVID-19.How well different measures work

To listen to SpaceTime on your favorite App automatically: https://link.chtbl.com/spacetime The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 24 Episode 135*NASA’s Dragonfly mission to TitanDragonfly is a NASA mission to explore the chemistry and habitability of Saturn's largest moon, Titan.*Hubble Space Telescope back onlineNASA’s Earth orbiting Hubble Space Telescope is partially back on line after mission managers successfully recovered the observatory’s Advanced Camera for Surveys instrument.*Another 53 Starlink satellites launchedSpaceX has launched another 53 Starlink satellites as it continues to expand its broadband internet constellation.*More Chinese spy satellites launchedChina is continuing its spy satellite launch program at a blistering pace with three more Yaogan 35 reconnaissance satellites blasting in to orbit.*The Science ReportNew test for laser ignition nuclear fusion.High speed rail linked to reduction in carbon emissionsPalaeontologists have identified a new spec

The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 24 Episode 134*DAVINCI mission to study VenusNASA’s DAVINCI -- Deep Atmosphere Venus Investigation of Noble gases, Chemistry and Imaging mission will launch in 2029.*Evidence of an exploding comet discovered in ChileA new study has revealed that slabs of silicate glass covering the ground in Chile’s Atacama Desert were caused by a comet.*Ingenuity undertakes its 15th flight on MarsNASA's Mars Ingenuity helicopter has undertaken its 15th flight in the skies above Jezero crater on the first leg of a journey taking it back to its starting point from where it took off on its first ever flight on the red planet.*The Science ReportTragedy at a Nebraska zoo where three extremely rare snow leopards have died of COVID-19.Effects of global warming on soils could see food and fibre production affected by fungal plant pathogens.Extinct Japanese wolf might be the domestic dogs closest relative.Alex on Tech – Apple launches a self-service repair pro

The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.To listen to SpaceTime on your favorite App: https://link.chtbl.com/spacetime SpaceTime Series 24 Episode 133*Russia slammed for anti-satellite missile testRussia has been condemned by nations around the world for conducting an anti-satellite missile test which not only threatened the International Space Station and its crew – but has produced a growing cloud of shrapnel and debris that will remain a threat to space navigation for decades to come.*DART planetary defense mission ready for launchAll systems are go for this weeks the launch of NASA’s Dart planetary defense mission. DART is part of a joint NASA European Space Agency mission to slam an impactor into a pyramid sized moon orbiting a mountain sized near Earth asteroid.*Fate of sinking tectonic plates revealedA new study claims Earth’s tectonic plates remain intact though weakened as they sink down into the planet’s mantel.*The Science ReportIncreased greenhouse gas levels confirmed as main dr

To become a SpaceTime supporter and unlock commercial-free editions of the show, gain early access and bonus content, please visit https://bitesz.supercast.com/ . Premium version also now available via Spotify and Apple Podcasts.To listen to SpaceTime on your favorite App automatically: https://link.chtbl.com/spacetime The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 24 Episode 132*A huge pile of new gravitational-wave detectionsScientists have announced another 35 new gravitational wave detections. The new discoveries bring the total number of observations to 90 – including further confirmation of rare intermediate-mass black holes.*India latest Nuclear Missile test meant as a signal to ChinaIndia has carried out another test of its nuclear-capable Agni-5 long-range ballistic missile.*The growing popularity of remote-controlled telescopesCitizen scientists can now relocate their telescopes to some of the best astronomy viewing places on Earth and operate them remotely.*The Science R

The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 24 Episode 131*Unlocking the secrets of star formationAstronomers have discovered unusual structures in the western wall of the spectacular Carina Nebula.*Lucy mission continues with crippled solar arrayMission managers are still trying to work out how to fix a jammed solar array on the Lucy spacecraft which is on a 12 year mission to study Jupiters trojan asteroids.*China launches more spy satellitesChina has launched three more reconnaissance satellites.*Ticket sales flying for Virgin GalacticIt’s been revealed that Virgin Galactic now has around 700 people booked for its rocket plane flights to the edge of space.*The Science ReportLeaving the toilet lid open after flushing increases the spread of infection.Iran says it’s almost doubled its stockpile of enriched uranium.Study confirms micro plastics will continue to pollute the planet for years.Alex on Tech the 5G revolution marches on.For more SpaceTime and show links: https://linkt

To become a SpaceTime supporter and unlock commercial free editions of the show, gain early access and bonus content, please visit https://bitesz.supercast.com/ . Premium version now available via Spotify and Apple Podcasts.The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 24 Episode 130*Mystery signals from the galactic centreAstronomers have discovered mysterious signals coming from the direction of the galactic centre of the Milky Way.*Another asteroid’s close fly by to EarthAn asteroid the size of a refrigerator has just zoomed past the Earth at an altitude of just three thousand kilometres – which is lower than many satellites.*NASA delays maiden flight of Artemis 1 till next yearNASA says it’s now targeting February next year for the maiden flight of its new SLS Moon rocket and Orion crew capsule.*Four up four downNASA launches four new crew members to the International Space Station as four others return home.*The Science ReportSmoking and drinking booze likely to increase your

The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 24 Episode 129*Starliner test flight delayed till next yearBoeing says its troubled CST-100 Starliner spacecraft will now undertake an unmanned test flight to the International Space Station in the first half of next year.*Laser communications system about to launchNASA are about to launch a new optical laser communications system. The Laser Communications Relay Demonstration will fly aboard a United Launch Alliance Atlas V 551 rocket from Space Launch Complex 41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.*China launches new top secret satelliteChina has launched a new top secret spacecraft aboard a long March 3B rocket from the Xichang satellite launch centre in south western China’s Sichuan province.*South Korea launches first domestic space rocketSouth Korea has launched its first fully locally built orbital rocket. However, the 47 metre tall KSLV-II or Nuri -- failed to place its 1.5 tonne dummy payload into its planned 700

The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 24 Episode 128*Hubble Space Telescope moves into safe modeThe iconic Hubble Space Telescope is back in Safe Mode today after the Earth orbiting observatory suddenly issued a series of error codes suspending all science operations.*Getting ready to launch the James Webb Space TelescopeAll systems are go for next month’s launch of NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope. The six and a half tonne observatory is slated to launch aboard an Ariane 5 rocket from the European Space Agency’s Kourou Space Port in French Guyana on December the 18th. *Ingenuity undertakes its 14th flight on MarsNASA’s Mars Ingenuity helicopter has undertaken a successful 14th flight over the red planet’s Jezero Crater.*The Science ReportCOVID-19 survivors with two vaccination shots show higher spike antibody levels.Flying foxes learning to survive in suburbia.Dairy cows have a natural drive to groom themselves and to scratch those hard-to-reach places.Alex on Tech: Star

To become a SpaceTime supporter and unlock commercial free editions of the show, gain early access and bonus content, please visit https://bitesz.supercast.com/ . Premium version now available via Spotify.The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 24 Episode 127*Discovery of the origins of ‘empty sky’ gamma-raysA new study has confirmed that star-forming galaxies are responsible for generating the majority of empty sky gamma-rays -- the origins of which have been a mystery for half a century.*Understanding the depths of Jupiter’s great red spotNew data from NASA’s Juno spacecraft shows that Jupiter’s iconic Great Red Spot extends down some 500 kilometres -- far deeper into the gas giant than previously thought.*The biggest solar flare of the Sun’s new cycleThe Sun has launched its second X class solar flare of the new solar cycle – leaving no doubt to solar cycle 25 is underway.*The Science ReportNew study shows the value of getting a third booster shot of COVID-19 Vaccine.Conf

The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime 20211105 Series 24 Episode 126*Study suggests the earth tipped over 84 million years agoA new study suggests the Earth tipped on its side 84 million years ago. The phenomenon known as true polar wander tilts planets relative to their spin axis causing the geographic locations of the north and south poles to change, or "wander".*NASA calls for new players to fly crew to the space stationThe ongoing problems with Boeing’s CST100 Starliner spacecraft has forced NASA to call for other company’s interested in providing crew transport services to the International Space Station.*China’s new spacecraft or a hypersonic missile testChina is denying persistent reports that it’s just tested a new hypersonic cruise missile -- claiming the test involved a new reusable spacecraft.*November SkyWatchThe Andromeda galaxy, the first exoplanet 51 Pegasus B and the Orionids, Taurids and Leonids meteor showers are among the highlights of November skywatch.For mor

The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 24 Episode 125*The early solar system harboured a gap between its inner and outer regionsAstronomers have discovered an ancient gap in the protoplanetary disk which coalesced to form our solar system 4.6 billion years ago.*Growing calls for a manned scientific base on the MoonA meeting of 350 astronomers and gravitational wave scientists have agreed to support proposals to develop a manned scientific observatory on the Moon.*Ariane 5 sets new record on latest launchAn Ariane 5 has launched its heaviest payload yet into geostationary transfer orbit.*The Science ReportAverage life expectancy declining in several English communities.Soybean, nuts, canola oils and flaxseed associated with a lower risk of death.Discovery of a unique second Temple-era purple and lilac amethyst seal in Jerusalem.Alex on Tech: new widespread malware campaignFor more SpaceTime and show links: https://linktr.ee/biteszHQ If you love this podcast, please get someo

The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 24 Episode 124*Astronomers see white dwarf “switch on and off” for first timeAstronomers have for the first time seen a white dwarf star appear to abruptly switch off and then on again.*A new study looks at the deep roots of Australian geologyA new study has shown for the first time that the Australian land mass is made up of different building blocks that fused together over 1.3 billion years ago.*Blue Origin announces plans for private space stationAmazon founder Jeff Bezos’s space company Blue Origin has announced plans to build a privately owned and operated space station in low Earth orbit over the next few years.*The Science ReportPeople on the Autism spectrum more likely to self-harmArctic summer sea ice now less than half what it was in the 1980sDinosaur footprints tell a new storySkeptic's guide to shonky university coursesFor more SpaceTime and show links: https://linktr.ee/biteszHQ If you love this podcast, please get someon

The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 24 Episode 123*The Large Magellanic Cloud cannibalizing smaller galaxiesScientists have confirmed that the Large Magellanic Cloud has been cannibalizing smaller galaxies. Astronomers already knew that large galaxies like the Milky Way grow by merging with or cannibalizing smaller galaxies. But now a report in the journal Nature has shown that a small satellite dwarf galaxy like the Large Magellanic Cloud has in turn absorbed an even smaller galaxy in its vicinity.*NASA’s first test of optical communications technologyNASA is about to test a new optical laser communications system in space for the first time. The Laser Communications Relay Demonstration is gearing up for launch next month with the payload now fully integrated into its host spacecraft and ready for its final testing before being lofted into orbit.*One Web’s constellation passes the halfway markOne Web have launched another 36 broadband internet satellites into orbit.*The

The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 24 Episode 122*Problems as Lucy launches to study Jupiter’s Trojan asteroidsLucy mission managers are still trying to determine the full extent of the problem with the spacecraft after one of the solar arrays failed to deploy properly following launch. Telemetry from the 1500 kilogram probe suggest that only one of the two solar arrays fully unfurled and latched -- the second array partially opening but failing to lock.*New study claims Venus never had oceansVenus is often considered Earth’s sister planet – but a new study claims that unlike the Earth -- Venus never had oceans.*New crew arrives at Chinese space stationChina’s Shenzhou-13 spacecraft has successfully docked to the Tianhe core module of Beijing’s new space station.*The Science ReportOver 99.9% of peer-reviewed scientific papers agree that climate change is caused by humans.Scientists find a previously little understood mass extinction event rocked Africa and Arabia.Lockh

SpaceTime Series 24 Episode 118, 119, and 120w/c OCTOBER 25 2021To become a SpaceTime supporter and unlock commercial free editions of the show, gain early access and bonus content, please visit https://bitesz.supercast.com/ . Premium version now available via Spotify.The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 24 Episode 121*Lunar volcanic activity lasted longer than thoughtThe moon may have been volcanically active far longer than previously thought. A series of reports in the journals Science and Nature shows lunar regolith collected by China’s Chang-e 5 sample return mission show evidence of volcanic activity 800 - 900 million years longer than previously thought.*More evidence of water on EuropaNew observations by NASA’s Hubble space telescope have found evidence of persistent water vapor on the Jovian ice moon Europa. But the findings reported in the journal Geophysical Research Letters – mysteriously shows the water vapor only being detected in one hemisphere.*Another fa

To become a SpaceTime supporter and unlock commercial free editions of the show, gain early access and bonus content, please visit https://bitesz.supercast.com/ . Premium version now available via Spotify.The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime 20211022 Series 24 Episode 120*The floor of Jezero Crater shows signs of sustained interactions with waterSince the Perseverance rover landed in the red planet’s Jezero crater back in February, the rover and its team of scientists back on Earth have been hard at work exploring the craters floor which once held an ancient lake.*Large effect of solar activity on Earth's energy budgetA new study has confirmed that the Sun and galaxy have a major impact on the Earth’s cloud cover and ultimately the planet’s energy budget.*CHEOPS nears the halfway point in its missionThe European Space Agency’s CHEOPS space telescope is now over half way through its planned mission to study distant worlds orbiting other stars.*The Science ReportClassic antidepres