NASA telescopes capture "Christmas tree" view of universe
Sparkling and colorful images of faraway galaxy clusters recently released by NASA show one of the most detailed views of the universe ever taken.
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Oldest black hole yet discovered — formed 470 million years after Big Bang
"It's astounding how this thing actually is sitting in place already with its galaxy so early on in the universe," said one of the study's authors.
NASA image shows "ghostly cosmic hand" 16,000 light-years from Earth
NASA's Imaging X-Ray Polarimetry Explorer telescope studied the nebula for about 17 days, the agency said, marking the longest time it has focused on one object.
"Ring Of Fire" this weekend with annular solar eclipse
Viewers are in for a special treat when the moon moves in front of the sun. NASA's Anita Dey breaks it all down for us.
NASA's recovered Bennu asteroid samples show evidence of carbon, water
Water-bearing clays found in rocks from the asteroid Bennu support theories about how water may have made it to Earth in the distant past.
NASA releases photo of "ravioli moon" orbiting Saturn
WBZ TV's Liam Martin reports.
3 space station crew members back on Earth after U.S.-record year in space
Descent from the International Space Station closed out an unexpected 371-day stay, the longest flight in U.S. space history.
NASA spacecraft brings asteroid samples back to Earth
In a dramatic 13-minute plunge back to Earth, the OSIRIS-REx sample return capsule safely landed in Utah after seven years in space.
NASA image shows "unprecedented detail" of moon's south pole region
Two cameras working together helped NASA reveal details in "greater detail than previously possible."
Webb image shows newborn star's outflow moving at supersonic speeds
The image shows "luminous regions" around a newborn star in a strikingly high resolution.
NASA: No evidence of "extraterrestrial" UFOs, but some defy explanation
NASA officials stressed that the group found no evidence that UAPs are "extraterrestrial" in nature, but said some of the objects cannot be explained.
5 asteroids, 1 as big as a house, to come close to Earth
None of the asteroids pose any threat to Earth, according to NASA's Asteroid Watch dashboard.
July was Earth's hottest month since U.S. temperature records began
Data from NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration show July 2023 was hotter than any month on record.
Maine museum offering $25K for piece of "incredibly rare" meteorite
"Depending upon the type of meteorite this is, specimens could easily be worth their weight in gold," said an official at the Maine Mineral and Gem Museum.
Astronaut Bob Hines back in Boston after journey to International Space Station
Boston University alum Bob Hines is set to reconnect with a group of students he spoke to from space back in July. WBZ-TV’s Mike Sullivan reports.
5 planets will align across the sky on Tuesday night. Here's how to see them
Jupiter, Mercury, Venus, Uranus and Mars will align on Tuesday night.
Comet making first and likely only appearance in recorded history
The comet C/2022 E3 (ZTF) is believed to have traveled billions of miles from the most distant region of the solar system — and this will likely be the only time it's visible from Earth for thousands of years.
NASA holding essay contest for students
NASA is currently running a special essay contest for children in hopes of generating new power ideas.
Divers discover piece of the space shuttle Challenger in Atlantic Ocean
The space shuttle exploded just 73 seconds after launching from Cape Canaveral in Jan. 1986.
NASA launches new study on unidentified aerial phenomena, or UFOs
A team of scientists is launching a new study into what used to be referred to as UFOs.
MIT professor: Delay of Artemis rocket launch was NASA being careful
Blastoff of the Space Launch System is now scheduled for 2:17 p.m. Saturday from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
Artemis moon rocket launch will open new chapter in space exploration
The head of the space propulsion lab at MIT said the launch of the Artemis moon rocket will open a new chapter in space exploration.
Boston University hosted chat with Astronauts on board the International Space Station
Students from Boston University and its affiliate programs had the chance to talk with astronauts on board the International Space Station.
Images from James Webb Space Telescope will inspire generations of students, MIT professor says
WBZ-TV's Anna Meiler reports.
Hubble Telescope Spots Largest Comet Ever Seen, With Nucleus 'Bigger Than Rhode Island'
The "behemoth comet" is coming in from the edge of the solar system at 22,000 mph.
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To Do List: Holiday events across Massachusetts
It's the first weekend of December - start off the month by taking in the season's magic with holiday events happening all across the state.
Boston Pops perform free concert for military families ahead of holiday season
The final holiday dress rehearsal became the first ever free concert for military before the holiday season starts.
Pro-Palestinian protesters rally at Boston Common tree lighting ceremony
Protests have been popping up at tree lighting ceremonies in major cities across the country.
Worcester woman fights off armed intruder with broom
An armed man tried to break into Sara Kane's home, but she fought him off with her broom.
Bruins blank Sharks 3-0 to stop their 3-game skid
Paval Zacha had a goal and an assist as the Boston Bruins snapped a three-game losing streak with a 3-0 win over the San Jose Sharks on Thursday night.
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Will a cold November lead to a snowy winter in Massachusetts?
Welcome to December. November in Massachusetts was dry and chilly, but does that change the winter forecast?
Worcester woman fights off armed intruder with broom
A brave Worcester woman fought off a would-be burglar at her apartment complex using a broom early Wednesday morning.
FBI warns Mass. schools about "suspicious" events, suggests protocol review
Parents are concerned after police say strangers tried to enter schools in Woburn and Lowell.
Lawmakers consider allowing deer hunting on Sundays to help farmers
Massachusetts is now considering allowing deer hunting on Sundays to alleviate the stress farmers are feeling. But not everyone is for it.
Worcester Red Sox to be sold to Diamond Baseball Holdings
A group that owns dozens of minor league baseball teams has agreed to buy the Worcester Red Sox.
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Can weight loss drugs like Ozempic or Wegovy cause heart problems?
Dr. Mallika Marshall says the drugs can increase heart rate, but they may actually help prevent heart disease and stroke.
Tinnitus caused by auditory nerve damage, local researchers find
Massachusetts Eye and Ear researchers found that people with tinnitus may have a type of "hidden hearing loss" that isn't detected by conventional tests.
Entering menopause later maintains muscle strength, study suggests
A new study finds the later a woman enters menopause, the longer she maintains good muscle function.
Traffic pollution can raise a driver's blood pressure, study says
A new study found that pollution from tailpipe exhaust, brake and tire wear, and road dust can raise your blood pressure while you're sitting in the car.
Strengthening quad muscles could reduce need for knee replacement
Researchers have found that there are certain exercises people with knee arthritis can do to reduce their need for joint replacement.
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I-Team: Companies fined by OSHA after worker deaths often have penalties reduced
Some companies fined by OSHA after worker deaths often end up getting their penalties reduced to the point where they're not effective.
I-Team: Boston is mapping "hollow sidewalks"
There are mysterious signs in various neighborhoods around Boston warning about so-called "hollow sidewalks."
I-Team: Brothel network suspect got more than $500,000 in COVID relief funds
Court documents show that one of the men involved in the ring received over $500,000 in government funds for one of his businesses.
I-Team: Mass Save's rebate mess infuriates customers
Despite several I-Team investigations and promises to improve, the Mass Save program continues to be plagued with problems.
I-Team: Police draining resources with so many calls to Tewksbury Hospital
Tewksbury Police are called to Tewksbury Hospital so often it's become a significant drain on their resources
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Keller @ Large: The state of electric vehicles in Massachusetts
Consumer Reports is out with its new list of the most reliable cars. And while hybrids from many automakers scored well, electric vehicles did not.
Keller: Sports betting targeting college students a big fear for state regulators
Sports betting in Massachusetts is illegal for anyone under 21, but the college age gambler is a lucrative target.
Keller: Ron DeSantis, Sam Bankman-Fried headline 2023 national turkeys
Mother Nature, a spy balloon, a convicted con man and a presidential candidate are all on Jon Keller's 2023 list of national turkeys.
Keller @ Large: The top local turkeys in 2023
A few Boston City Councilors made Jon Keller's annual list of the top turkeys in Massachusetts this year.
Keller: How has the media handled 2024 presidential election coverage so far?
Northeastern University professor and media critic Dan Kennedy looks at the 2024 election coverage so far.
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Christmas Tree Shop and Bed Bath & Beyond are gone. So what's taking their places?
Christmas Tree Shop and Bed Bath & Beyond are gone. So what is filling those empty stores now?
Here's who's moving in to empty Bed Bath & Beyond stores
Retailers are pouncing on empty Bed Bath & Beyond stores - including some former locations in Massachusetts.
Weekend Wakeup: Harmon Coffee of Rockland
Owner Mike Sullivan started the company in a small shed next to his house.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Beetlejuice! Mass. neighborhood turned into film set
Several blocks of one Melrose neighborhood are decked out in Halloween decor for the movie filming.
Keller: Is Beacon Hill to blame for Massachusetts' retail theft problem?
Massachusetts has a growing retail theft problem and Beacon Hill may be to blame for part of it.
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Generations of penny candy, local goods, and whimsical shopping
The Vermont Country Store has since become an iconic destination for locals and tourists alike.
Museum, sculpture garden, theater, and more at Southern Vermont Arts Center
Creating an inviting environment for the community to meet, enjoy and participate in the arts
Entertaining audiences for 85 years at Weston Theater Company
For over 85 years, Weston Theater Company has been creating engaging, entertaining, and inspiring theater.
Curated experiences at Kimpton Taconic boutique hotel
Surrounded by mountains, Kimpton Taconic is a boutique hotel offering both classic and highly curated experiences.
Using daylight to create space and comfort in your home
Learn how the strategic use of windows and harnessing the power of daylight can create space and comfort within a home.
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Bruins blank Sharks 3-0 to stop their 3-game skid
Paval Zacha had a goal and an assist as the Boston Bruins snapped a three-game losing streak with a 3-0 win over the San Jose Sharks on Thursday night.
Worcester Red Sox to be sold to Diamond Baseball Holdings
A group that owns dozens of minor league baseball teams has agreed to buy the Worcester Red Sox.
Patriots-Chiefs flexed out of Monday Night Football
The Patriots are so bad this season that the NFL is willing to take Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce (and likely Taylor Swift) out of the Monday night spotlight.
Curt Onalfo named Revolution's Sporting Director
Curt Onalfo can drop the interim tag in New England.
Why Bailey Zappe could actually have a huge week vs. Chargers
It'll be a soft landing for Bailey Zappe if he indeed gets the start against a bad Chargers defense.
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Video shows bumbling burglar slip, struggle to steal cigarettes in Maine
A klutzy thief was caught on camera stumbling during a smoke shop burglary.
"Astounding" number of whales seen feeding off Maine
It's a feeding frenzy in the Gulf of Maine for whales and sharks - sometimes chowing down side by side.
Golden Retriever Experience at Vermont farm proves hugely popular
Fall tourists are coming out in droves to a farm in Vermont to play with some golden retrievers.
Mini stallion siblings in Massachusetts looking for new home
A pair of mini stallion brothers are looking for a new home.
Northern Lights "easily visible" from Mount Washington
The Mount Washington Observatory shared a photo of the northern lights from when they were at their peak.