Space & animal welfare | Newsmaker
In this episode of Newsmaker, John Hook chats with Dr. Jim Rice, a research scientist with ASU Space Initiative. They discuss new age space exploration as it's not just U.S. astronauts going to space with NASA, but with a few other private space exploration companies like Blue Origin and SpaceX. In the second segment, John chats with senior campaigner with PETA, Amanda Brody, about animal welfare and some misconceptions many may have about what the animal rights organization stands for.
In this episode of Newsmaker, John Hook chats with Dr. Jim Rice, a research scientist with ASU Space Initiative. They discuss new age space exploration as it's not just U.S. astronauts going to space with NASA, but with a few other private space exploration companies like Blue Origin and SpaceX. In the second segment, John chats with senior campaigner with PETA, Amanda Brody, about animal welfare and some misconceptions many may have about what the animal rights organization stands for.
North Korea says rocket carrying spy satellite explodes, fails
North Korea says its attempt to put another spy satellite into orbit has failed.
North Korea says its attempt to put another spy satellite into orbit has failed.
Frontier Airlines says its facing 'widespread abuse' of wheelchair service
Frontier CEO Barry Biffle said he's witnessed 20 people board a plane with a wheelchair, and only three use them to get off.
Frontier CEO Barry Biffle said he's witnessed 20 people board a plane with a wheelchair, and only three use them to get off.
Star nursery, far-off galaxies revealed in stunning new images from Euclid’s telescope
The new images were shared by the European Space Agency’s Euclid observatory.
The new images were shared by the European Space Agency’s Euclid observatory.
Moon will 'kiss' Saturn on May 31 and other summer sky events to watch
On May 31, sky lovers can witness a stunning celestial event as the Moon will appear to "kiss" Saturn in the southeastern sky just before dawn, offering a rare and captivating visual spectacle for amateur astronomers and stargazers, with several other noteworthy celestial events occurring this year.
On May 31, sky lovers can witness a stunning celestial event as the Moon will appear to "kiss" Saturn in the southeastern sky just before dawn, offering a rare and captivating visual spectacle for amateur astronomers and stargazers, with several other noteworthy celestial events occurring this year.
NASA assessing when Boeing's Starliner could be ready to launch with astronauts
Boeing continues to troubleshoot a new issue with its Starliner spacecraft before the company tries again to launch two NASA astronauts to the International Space Station.
Boeing continues to troubleshoot a new issue with its Starliner spacecraft before the company tries again to launch two NASA astronauts to the International Space Station.
‘Planet Parade’ 2024: watch guide for 6 planets aligned on June 3
On June 3, 2024, skywatchers can witness a rare "planet parade" of six planets—Mercury, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune—aligning in the pre-dawn sky, visible near the eastern horizon about 20 minutes before sunrise.
On June 3, 2024, skywatchers can witness a rare "planet parade" of six planets—Mercury, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune—aligning in the pre-dawn sky, visible near the eastern horizon about 20 minutes before sunrise.
Blue-green meteor lights up night sky in Spain
An amazing sight out of Spain was seen when a blue fireball lit the night sky. It could also be seen in neighboring Portugal. NASA says it was a meteor burning magnesium, which creates the blue-green color.
An amazing sight out of Spain was seen when a blue fireball lit the night sky. It could also be seen in neighboring Portugal. NASA says it was a meteor burning magnesium, which creates the blue-green color.
May's full Flower Moon happening soon: What to know
The Full Flower Moon is unique astronomical event best viewed from regions like the southeastern U.S., parts of Central America, and northeastern South America.
The Full Flower Moon is unique astronomical event best viewed from regions like the southeastern U.S., parts of Central America, and northeastern South America.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg says airlines need to disclose fees
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg spoke on a lawsuit filed by six airlines about a law that requires the carriers to have more transparency on hidden fees.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg spoke on a lawsuit filed by six airlines about a law that requires the carriers to have more transparency on hidden fees.
Video shows moment Delta plane catches fire at Sea-Tac, passengers evacuate using slides
A new video has captured the moment the front of a Delta plane burst into flames after landing at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport earlier in May.
A new video has captured the moment the front of a Delta plane burst into flames after landing at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport earlier in May.
Solar storm: X8.7 solar flare erupts in largest of sun cycle
On Tuesday, the sun unleashed another powerful solar flare. The NWS discussed whether the intense solar storm will impact activities on Earth.
On Tuesday, the sun unleashed another powerful solar flare. The NWS discussed whether the intense solar storm will impact activities on Earth.
Could another 'Carrington Event' solar storm happen?
A potent solar storm prompted the first severe geomagnetic storm watch in nearly two decades in the U.S., dazzling observers with vivid Northern Lights as far south as Florida, while raising concerns about potential disruptions to communication and GPS systems.
A potent solar storm prompted the first severe geomagnetic storm watch in nearly two decades in the U.S., dazzling observers with vivid Northern Lights as far south as Florida, while raising concerns about potential disruptions to communication and GPS systems.
Solar storm disrupts GPS signals critical for farmers
The solar storm brought unbelievable Northern Lights to much of the U.S. this weekend – but also some serious technical problems that will likely affect farmers’ crops this season.
The solar storm brought unbelievable Northern Lights to much of the U.S. this weekend – but also some serious technical problems that will likely affect farmers’ crops this season.
Northern Lights possible Sunday during another 'severe and extreme' geomagnetic storm
A historic geomagnetic storm that brought the Northern Lights as far south as Florida Friday night shows no signs of slowing down, with more aurora likely to fill the sky Sunday night.
A historic geomagnetic storm that brought the Northern Lights as far south as Florida Friday night shows no signs of slowing down, with more aurora likely to fill the sky Sunday night.
Auroras from the Northern Lights seen across Arizona
Photos came flying in from across the country from the rare Northern Lights display witnessed across Arizona.
Photos came flying in from across the country from the rare Northern Lights display witnessed across Arizona.
Boeing Starliner launch: When is the next launch attempt?
NASA’s Boeing Crew Flight Test is now targeting no earlier than 6:16 p.m. EDT Friday, May 17, to send the Starliner spacecraft to the International Space Station if the technical issue that prevented the launch attempt on Monday is fixed.
NASA’s Boeing Crew Flight Test is now targeting no earlier than 6:16 p.m. EDT Friday, May 17, to send the Starliner spacecraft to the International Space Station if the technical issue that prevented the launch attempt on Monday is fixed.
Northern Lights visible as far south as Florida, geomagnetic storm to continue
The Northern Lights were visible Friday from most of the continental U.S. for the first time since World War II. Geomagnetic activity is continuing through the weekend, possibly lasting into early next week.
The Northern Lights were visible Friday from most of the continental U.S. for the first time since World War II. Geomagnetic activity is continuing through the weekend, possibly lasting into early next week.
Arizona photographer captures rare Northern Lights occurrence in U.S. southwest
Arizona-based astrophotographer Andrew McCarthy has been working to capture images of the Northern Lights that could be visible all the way in Arizona this weekend due to increased solar activity.
Arizona-based astrophotographer Andrew McCarthy has been working to capture images of the Northern Lights that could be visible all the way in Arizona this weekend due to increased solar activity.
Astrophotographer works to capture rare aurora in AZ
An Arizona-based astrophotographer is working to capture an extraordinary occurrence of Northern Lights that could be seen as far south as Arizona.
An Arizona-based astrophotographer is working to capture an extraordinary occurrence of Northern Lights that could be seen as far south as Arizona.