Science & Astronomy

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Scientists find giant, hidden gas cloud only 300 light-years away: 'This cloud is literally glowing in the dark'

By Keith Cooper published

A newly found, huge cloud near our solar system probably won't form stars, but will rather disperse as part of a feedback cycle that regulates star formation.

The Universe
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What happens inside neutron stars, the universe's densest known objects?

By Paul Sutter published

Neutron stars are some of the weirdest cosmic objects, and the greatest mysteries lie deep in their hearts.

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Entertainment

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The Outer Worlds 2: Release window, trailers, story details & everything else we know

By Fran Ruiz published

Space isn't safe from money-hungry corporations, and sci-fi RPG The Outer Worlds 2 will play with that idea in 2025. Here's everything we know about Obsidian's sci-fi sequel.

Space Games & Toys
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NYT bestselling author Daniel Wilson's next book is 'Hole in the Sky,' an alien first contact story on a Cherokee reservation, and it's already been picked up by Netflix (interview)

By Jeff Spry published

'This really digs into two of my favorite things: where I'm from in Oklahoma, and robots and science fiction'

Entertainment
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Lego Marvel Rocket & Baby Groot Minifigure set is now 20% cheaper in this Amazon Sci-Fi deal

By Paul Brett published

Deals This fantastic Lego set makes a great display piece but with movable limbs, it's fun for fueling youngsters' Marvel Universe imagination and it's rarely discounted, so grab it while you can.

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