Tag: NASA

Asteroid In 2040: NASA Says 'Low In The Sky' 460-Footer Won't Hit Earth

A recent study confirmed that a giant asteroid will be passing by the Earth in 28 years. While it was initially a concern, new footage of the asteroid 2011 AG5 has allowed astronomers to breathe a sigh of relief now that the 460-foot in width space projectile won't be crashing onto earth in 2040.

NASA Curiosity Rover Live Stream: Will.i.am Song Live On Mars Through Speakers [NASA Live Stream]

Will.i.am will broaden his fan base on an intergalactic level. NASA's Curosity rover will play Black Eyed Peas' lead singer Will.i.am's single, "Reach for the Stars," through their speakers on the planet Mars on Tuesday, Aug. 28. NASA will live stream Curosity playing the single from the surface on the Red Planet at 1pm (PST) or 4PM (EST) as part of an educational event for students.

Tam O'Shaughnessy Mourns Death of Lesbian Partner, Sally Ride

Dr. Tam O'Shaughnessy was Sally Ride's partner of 27 years. While many recognize the name of the late astronaut who died on Monday from pancreatic cancer, Ride's lesbian partner, O'Shaughnessy is also an accomplished woman who often co-worked with Ride.
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