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March 25, 2024 1:25 PM

A space shuttle coming to St. Cloud? It’s possible

Gov. Tim Walz last week said a donor had inquired about placing a space shuttle in central Minnesota.

by Kirsti Marohn and Dana Ferguson

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March 25, 2024 4:01 AM

On eclipse day, hundreds of students will send up balloons for science

The NASA-backed Nationwide Eclipse Ballooning Project puts students in charge of a bold scientific endeavor to study the April 8 total solar eclipse.

by Geoff Brumfiel

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March 24, 2024 2:10 PM

Fill up your gas tank and prepare to wait. Some tips to prepare for April’s total solar eclipse

Small towns and rural enclaves along the path of April’s total solar eclipse are steeling for huge crowds of sun chasers who plan to catch a glimpse of day turning into dusk in North America.

by The Associated Press

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March 22, 2024 1:14 PM

What the deepest ocean reveals and how to save it

Journalist Susan Casey descended to some of the deepest parts of the ocean in tiny submersibles while researching her new book, “The Underworld.” What she saw is astounding.

by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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March 18, 2024 11:37 AM

In Havana syndrome patients, NIH scientists find no physical trace of harm

The mysterious ailments that became known as Havana syndrome left no physical evidence of injury or disease, according to two government studies.

by Jon Hamilton

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March 18, 2024 4:00 AM

Watching a solar eclipse without the right filters can cause eye damage. Here’s why

When the April 8 solar eclipse draws eyes upward, having proper solar filters and solar eclipse glasses is essential to avoid potentially permanent eye damage, doctors say.

by Nell Greenfieldboyce

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March 16, 2024 6:00 AM

The eclipse gives astronomy clubs an opportunity to shine

From Texas to Maine, they're teaching people how to enjoy the spectacle safely. Some will hand out glasses or answer questions at events. Others plan to take their own advice — and get outta town.

by Scott Neuman

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March 14, 2024 6:14 AM

What’s Pi Day all about? Math, science, pies and more

College students, rocket scientists and math enthusiasts around the world are celebrating Pi Day. The holiday is on Thursday, March 14 since 3/14 correlates to the first three digits of the infinite number.

by The Associated Press

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March 14, 2024 5:29 AM

Elon Musk's giant Starship rocket is launching again. Here's what to expect

The rocket is the largest ever built. It has yet to complete a full test flight, but the third time might be the charm.

by Geoff Brumfiel

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March 14, 2024 4:00 AM

A simple blood test can detect colorectal cancer early, study finds

At a time when colorectal cancer is rising, researchers say a blood test can detect 83 percent of people with the disease. If the FDA approves it the test would be another screening tool for early detection.

by Allison Aubrey

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