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Debris from a near-Earth comet could create new meteor shower this week
By Robert Lea published
Debris from the near-Earth comet 46P/Wirtanen could enter our planet's atmosphere, triggering a new meteor shower on Tuesday, Dec. 12, called the Lambda-Sculptorids.

Watch ISS astronaut speak with Nobel Prize winners on Dec. 11
By Elizabeth Howell published
International Space Station commander Andreas Mogensen will speak with two Nobel laureates on Dec. 11. You can watch the event live, for free.

How to watch 'Doctor Who' anniversary specials: Stream 'The Giggle' from anywhere today
By Richard Edwards last updated
How to watch the 'Doctor Who' anniversary special 'The Giggle' online on Disney Plus and BBC iPlayer today.

This Week In Space podcast: Episode 90 — The Wizard of Griffith Observatory
By Space.com Staff published
On Episode 90 of This Week In Space, Tariq and Rod discuss archaeoastronomy with the amazing Dr. Ed Krupp.

Japan may delay its Mars moon sampling mission MMX due to rocket problems
By Andrew Jones published
Japan’s ambitious mission to explore the two mini moons of Mars could be facing a lengthy delay as JAXA's new H3 rocket, which will launch MMX, failed on its debut flight in March.

How can we restore public trust in science? (op-ed)
By Paul Sutter published
In an age of diminishing trust in science, scientists need to change how they work with the public and within the broader scientific community.

'Foundation' fuels up for a thrilling 3rd season on Apple TV Plus
By Jeff Spry published
Apple TV Plus continues exploring the universe of the sci-fi show 'Foundation' with a third season approval .

An asteroid will eclipse the puzzling red star Betelgeuse on Dec. 11
By Brett Tingley published
Betelgeuse, one of the most recognizable stars in the night sky, will disappear for several seconds in a rare asteroid occultation on the evening of Dec. 11.
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