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Stewart Brand on Fixing Stuff, Modern Environmentalism, and the Nuclear Future

"There's always a place in not just the market, but a range of situations and mindsets, for things that are cheap, fast, and just barely in control," the Whole Earth Catalog creator tells Reason.

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Science news this week: PCOS has a new name, Neanderthals were the world's oldest dentists, and the first nuclear bomb explosion spawned an 'alien' crystal

May 16, 2026: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.

LiveScience

Newly discovered, blue-whale-size asteroid will fly super close to Earth today — and you can watch it live

Newly spotted asteroid 2026 JH2, which could be up to 115 feet wide, will fly past Earth closer than some satellites on Monday (May 18). The close approach will be visible to stargazers and can be viewed via livestream.

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‘It looked like Star Wars on Earth’: the making of Top Gun at 40

Producer Jerry Bruckheimer and co-writer Jack Epps discuss how the smash hit action drama came to be, from Tom Cruise vomiting on himself to ruling the box office

The Guardian - US

Quote of the day by Sir David Attenborough: ‘We have come as far as we have because we are…’ – Natural historian’s take on why wisdom must guide humanity’s future

Human intelligence brought progress but also risks. Sir David Attenborough highlights this. He stresses that wisdom, not just intelligence, is needed for survival. Our actions have led to rising global temperatures. The natural world is changing and we depend on it. Saving our planet is a communication challenge. People must…

The Economic Times

Why Lord Krishna Never Saved His Own Yadava Dynasty

Among the many emotionally powerful mysteries hidden within the Mahabharata and the Bhagavata Purana, few questions disturb devotees as deeply as the destruction of the Yadava dynasty. Lord Krishna, the supreme protector of dharma, the divine strategist of Kurukshetra, and the savior of countless devotees, could stop mighty warriors, defeat…

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The devil may wear Prada on Earth, but NASA Artemis astronauts will on the moon. Here's why.

What the devil does the fashion industry in The Devil Wears Prada 2 have to do with NASA?

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'There’s No Way On God’s Green Earth This Is My Last One' - Michael Block Makes PGA Championship Pledge After Second Round Struggles

Despite looking destined to miss the cut at the PGA Championship this weekend, Block believes he will get another chance to prove himself in the Major

Golf Monthly

Satellite launches are filling up the atmosphere with pollution, study warns

Many companies are set on launching ‘megaconstellations’ of satellites that will provide internet connections

The Independent UK

Space-Based Data Centers Are Yet Another Potential ‘Next Big Thing’ for Google Stock

Alphabet has many shots on goal, all of which could prove to be very lucrative for the firm.

Barchart

‘He’s just down to earth’: Ashton-in-Makerfield receptive to Burnham run

The Labour mayor appears popular in his target seat, but would face a tough byelection challenge

The Guardian - UK

Bermuda Triangle mystery takes dramatic turn as scientists reveal what’s really hidden deep beneath the Atlantic Ocean

Bermuda Triangle mystery solved: Scientists have uncovered a geological secret beneath Bermuda. A massive, lighter rock layer, formed during its volcanic past, acts like a giant raft. This unusual structure explains why the island stays high above the Atlantic floor, even after its volcanoes went dormant millions of years ago.…

The Economic Times

Jill Curzon death: Doctor Who star from Dalek spin-off film dies, aged 87

Actor was best known for her role in Daleks’ Invasion Earth 2150 AD and for working alongside Morecambe and Wise

The Independent UK

Doctor Who star Jill Curzon dies aged 87

She starred in the film Daleks’ Invasion Earth 2150 AD opposite Peter Cushing.

Evening Standard

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Auroras over Australia look like sci-fi from space | Space photo of the day for May 15, 2026

An astronaut aboard the ISS captured the brilliant green and pink glow.

International Business Times UK

Declassified FBI Files Reveal Aliens View Human Race As 'Lowest Form' Of Universal Life

Declassified FBI files detail 1950s claims that aliens viewed humans as the lowest life form, revealing how US agents investigated extraordinary reports without confirming them.

Euronews

World leader in Earth observation made in Europe: Small satellites from Finland see everything

EU governments are eager to work with ICEYE. The Finnish space company sells mini satellites that help allied nations safeguard their sovereignty. That’s because when it comes to Earth observation and military reconnaissance, the high-resolution radar eyes in space are second to none.

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Antarctica’s sudden sea ice loss is one of the most extreme and confusing events in the modern climate record. Scientists now know why it's happening.

In 2015, after decades of relative stability, Antarctica's sea ice suddenly began to disappear. Sea ice extent reached a record low in 2023, and scientists have now figured out what happened in that period.

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10 Deadliest Creatures Hidden Inside Ordinary Homes

Most people think of danger as something that exists far away in jungles, oceans, deserts, or isolated wilderness. Yet some of the world’s most dangerous creatures quietly live much closer than humans realize. Hidden in attics, basements, mattresses, drains, garages, shoes, kitchens, and dark corners, certain animals and insects inside…

Euronews

NASA's Psyche spacecraft to race past Mars in hunt for clues about how Earth was formed

The crucial manoeuvre scheduled for Friday will use the gravity of Mars to shift Psyche onto the right path, a faster and cheaper method NASA scientists say could help unlock clues about the birth of Earth.

LiveScience

Don Juan Pond: Antarctica's salty, syrupy lake that never freezes, even when it's minus 58 F

Don Juan Pond is a mysterious lake in Antarctica that contains so much calcium chloride, it doesn't freeze in subzero temperatures.

The Economic Times

China still drags its feet on rare earths sometimes, says US Trade Representative

Rare earth exports from China to the United States are showing improvement. However, some shipments still face delays in approval from Beijing. US officials are actively engaging with their Chinese counterparts to resolve these issues. This comes after China introduced export controls in April 2025. Despite a deal last October,…

MarketBeat

Spire Global Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

Spire Global (NYSE:SPIR) reported first-quarter 2026 results that exceeded its own guidance for revenue and adjusted EBITDA, while management reiterated its full-year outlook and said the company’s growth plan remains weighted toward the second half of the year. Chief Executive Officer Theresa Cond

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'I heard gasps' and 'oh my God': Artemis II astronauts reveal inside story of their mind-bending solar eclipse

In their first visit to Canada since returning to Earth, the Artemis II astronauts opened up about the moments that blew their minds — and brought them to tears.

Times Life

What If Narasimha Avatar Had Entered the Mahabharata War?

The Mahabharata is often remembered as the greatest war in Hindu tradition, a cosmic battle where dharma and adharma collided on the sacred land of Kurukshetra. The battlefield witnessed legendary warriors, divine weapons, and the direct presence of Lord Krishna himself. Yet among devotees of Lord Vishnu, one fascinating question…

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