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How NASA turned the Hubble telescope into an innovative UV camera cleaner

The world of astronomy has a golden rule: never look directly at the sun. This warning echoes through public lectures and stargazing events, as unfiltered sunlight can permanently damage human retinas and optical equipment. Yet, in a remarkable departure from this principle, NASA once deliberately pointed......

Fossil forgery suspicions cast doubt on Moroccan mosasaur find

A newly reported mosasaur species discovered in Morocco's phosphate mines has come under scrutiny, as paleontologists question whether its distinctive tooth crowns were artificially attached to the skull. The specimen, dubbed Carinodens acrodon, was found in the Sidi Chennane phosphate mine in Khouribga......

SpaceX's Starship Aims High with Groundbreaking Seventh Test Flight

SpaceX is preparing for an ambitious seventh test flight of its Starship megarocket, scheduled for Monday at 11 PM French time from Texas. This launch comes just two months after the sixth flight and introduces several innovative features and challenging objectives for the world's most powerful rocket. The......

Historic Maritime Discovery: 19th-Century Shipwrecks Found Off Morocco's Coast

Morocco's underwater heritage received a significant boost with the discovery of two historic shipwrecks near the coastal city of El Jadida. The National Center for Studies and Research on Underwater Heritage, operating under the Ministry of Youth, Culture and Communication, announced the finding......

Ancient Shell-Crushing Sea Predator Discovery Reshapes Mosasaur Family Tree

In a groundbreaking discovery from Morocco's phosphate mines, scientists have identified a new species of mosasaur that offers fresh insights into the evolution of these fascinating marine reptiles. The newly described species, named Carinodens acrodon, lived approximately 67 million years ago during......

Morocco's Scientific Production Barometer Reflects Advancements in Research

The National Center for Scientific and Technical Research (CNRST) in Morocco has unveiled an updated version of its "Scientific Production Barometer," which highlights the country's progress in various academic and scientific fields. The updated barometer encompasses a diverse range of......

Astronomers map 2025's most promising space discoveries

Astronomers are anticipating significant scientific breakthroughs in 2025, with advances spanning from fundamental physics to cutting-edge space observation technologies. University of Chicago's Professor Wendy Freedman anticipates potential insights into dark matter and aims to investigate apparent......

Parker Solar Probe; A Historic Journey to the Sun

The Parker Solar Probe, the fastest man-made object ever created, is set to make its closest approach to the Sun today, reaching speeds of 435,000 miles per hour. This extraordinary velocity means the spacecraft can travel from London to New York in just 29 seconds. The probe's impressive speed......

SpaceX Achieves Milestone with 30-Satellite Launch from California Base

SpaceX marked another successful mission in its space operations portfolio with the deployment of 30 satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. The launch, part of the Bandwagon-2 mission, took place on Saturday at 6:34 a.m. EDT using the company's signature Falcon 9 rocket. In a......

Pioneering Moroccan Scientist Transforms National Meteorite Research

In the heart of Casablanca, where ancient astronomer Ibn Rushd once taught beneath starlit skies, Dr. Hasnaa Chennaoui has written a new chapter in Morocco's scientific legacy. As the country's first female meteoritics and planetary scientist, Chennaoui has not only revolutionized Morocco's......

Morocco and Spain Strengthen Scientific Ties with the Africa Canarias Challenge Research Program

In a significant move to advance cross-continental scientific collaboration, Morocco and Spain have deepened their partnership with the third edition of the Africa Canarias Challenge. This initiative aims to address critical challenges across Africa, focusing on water, energy, and health sectors. The......

NASA Delays US Moon Return Mission Until 2027 Due to Technical Challenges

NASA has announced a delay in its planned return mission to the Moon, pushing the timeline from 2026 to mid-2027. The delay is attributed to ongoing issues with the Orion crew capsule, specifically problems related to its heat shield and other technical complications. The Artemis program, initially......

NASA Astronaut Hospitalized Following Extended Space Mission

In a recent development, a NASA astronaut was transported to a hospital after returning from a nearly eight-month mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The incident occurred shortly after the astronaut, whose identity remains confidential for privacy reasons, splashed down off the coast......