These nearby star systems could be good targets in the search for alien life

When you buy through links in our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn commission. An illustration shows an exoplanet orbiting a frighteningly massive star. | Credit: NASA/CXC/M.Weiss NASA’s Chandra X-ray space telescope has created a three-dimensional map of stars near the sun that could help astronomers search for exoplanets that could harbor life.… Read More »

Titan submarine crew knew they would die before explosion, lawsuit says

The family of a French explorer who died in the Titan submarine explosion has filed a $50 million wrongful death lawsuit against the operator, claiming the crew suffered “horror and mental anguish” before the disaster. The family of Paul Henri-Nargeolet is seeking more than $50 million in damages, accusing OceanGate, the company that owns and… Read More »

Experts say a pot of gold found in Turkey could be the life savings of an ancient Greek mercenary

Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news about fascinating discoveries, scientific advances and more. Continuing excavations at an ancient Greek city in western Turkey have unearthed artifacts and archaeological remains dating back to the 5th century BC, including a jar filled with an untold number of valuable gold coins… Read More »

Which famous beauty brands are really successful?

In the 1400s, God sent a litany of locusts, swarms of frogs, and lice to punish the people, known today as the Plagues of Egypt. In the 21st century, we’ve had some plagues of our own. The first was celebrity perfume. You might recall Beyoncé’s Heat, Sarah Jessica Parker’s Lovely, Britney Spears’ Fantasy, or one… Read More »

Paul Scholes shares the two Manchester United concerns everyone is talking about

There are only eight days left until the start of the new Premier League season. Manchester United play in the Community Shield this weekend and have the privilege of kicking off their league campaign by hosting Fulham at Old Trafford on August 16. Are United ready for the new season? The jury is out. Joshua… Read More »

Fashion Scholarship Fund Summer Series Highlights Industry Leaders

The Fashion Scholarship Fund has long been a cornerstone for aspiring fashion talent, providing a diverse student body with a platform to break into the industry. The 2024 FSF Summer Scholarship Series furthers this mission by offering a 10-week virtual program filled with industry insights and career guidance. The series consisted of two key elements:… Read More »

Could 2 NASA astronauts be stuck on the space station until next year? Here’s what you need to know

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — NASA is grappling with how and when to bring two astronauts back from the International Space Station after Boeing repeatedly delayed their return to its troubled capsule. Will they take a chance and send them home soon with Boeing’s Starliner? Or will they wait and bring them back next year… Read More »

Judge said the man appeared to be a perfectly normal retiree but had a ‘capital T problem’

A 71-year-old man nicknamed “The Trouble with the Big T” attacked a Cash Generator shop worker after losing his temper after not being paid back. The latest offence in Keith Saunders’ long list of offences saw him appear before a judge who slammed his “horrific” record and said he was “not the man he seems”.… Read More »

The long shirt dress is your smart-casual summer hero

Whether you’re currently mourning the news that the floral dress is dead or still clinging on to it faithfully, there’s a definite shift away from dresses in my local high street shop windows and towards relaxed, loose pieces – wide-leg linen trousers, pyjama-like matching sets, baggy jeans. But while I’m personally in the camp of… Read More »

Valley Fever outbreak at California music festival highlights fungus’s growing threat

Summary In recent years, cases of Valley Fever, a fungal infection, have been increasing in California. Five cases detected among people who attended a music festival in the state are an example of the fungal threat. Climate change is creating more opportunities for a fungus called coccidioides to proliferate. An outbreak of Valley Fever among… Read More »