SpaceTime with Stuart Gary The Earth is Spinning Faster
Jan 29, 2021
38:25
The Astronomy, Technology and Space Science News Podcast.
SpaceTime with Stuart Gary Series 24 Episode 12
*The Earth is spinning faster.
The Earth is spinning faster than it used to – in fact the planet’s fastest 28 days – based on records going back to 1960 have all occurred in the year 2020.
*Hubble pinpoints supernova blast
Astronomers using the Hubble Space Telescope have determined the epicentre of a supernova explosion that lit up the skies 1700 years ago.
*Blue Origin undertakes another successful test flight.
While Virgin Galactic is still licking its wounds following the abort of its latest Space Ship Two test flight – space tourism competitor Blue Origin carried out another successful launch to space from its west Texas test facility.
*SpaceX first launch for the year
SpaceX has commenced its 2021 launch year with the spectacular nighttime flight of a new Turkish telecommunications satellite.
*The Science Report
U.K strain of COVID-19 more deadly than original.
Scientists warn that a quarter of bee species haven’t been seen in 30 years.
New research suggests aspirin may help breast and bladder cancer patients live longer.
Scientists get to the bottom of things studying a dinosaur’s cloaca.
Alex on Tech electronic outages are just a sign of the times
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SpaceTime with Stuart Gary Series 24 Episode 12
*The Earth is spinning faster.
The Earth is spinning faster than it used to – in fact the planet’s fastest 28 days – based on records going back to 1960 have all occurred in the year 2020.
*Hubble pinpoints supernova blast
Astronomers using the Hubble Space Telescope have determined the epicentre of a supernova explosion that lit up the skies 1700 years ago.
*Blue Origin undertakes another successful test flight.
While Virgin Galactic is still licking its wounds following the abort of its latest Space Ship Two test flight – space tourism competitor Blue Origin carried out another successful launch to space from its west Texas test facility.
*SpaceX first launch for the year
SpaceX has commenced its 2021 launch year with the spectacular nighttime flight of a new Turkish telecommunications satellite.
*The Science Report
U.K strain of COVID-19 more deadly than original.
Scientists warn that a quarter of bee species haven’t been seen in 30 years.
New research suggests aspirin may help breast and bladder cancer patients live longer.
Scientists get to the bottom of things studying a dinosaur’s cloaca.
Alex on Tech electronic outages are just a sign of the times
Help SpaceTime become a completely listener supported podcast.
SpaceTime is an independently produced podcast (we are not funded by any government grants, big organisations or companies), and we’re working towards becoming a completely listener supported show...meaning we can do away with the commercials and sponsors. We figure the time can be much better spent on researching and producing stories for you, rather than having to chase sponsors to help us pay the bills.
That's where you come in....help us reach our first 1,000 subscribers...at that level the show becomes financially viable and bills can be paid without us breaking into a sweat every month. Every little bit helps...even if you could contribute just $1 per month. It all adds up.
By signing up and becoming a supporter at the $5 or more level, you get immediate access to over 230 commercial-free, double and triple episode editions of SpaceTime plus extended interview bonus content. You also receive all new episodes on a Monday rather than having to wait the week out. Subscribe via Patreon or Supercast....and share in the rewards. Details at Patreon www.patreon.com/spacetimewithstuartgary or Supercast - https://bitesznetwork.supercast.tech/
Details at https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com or www.bitesz.com/support
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This episode of SpaceTime is brought to with the support of LastPass password manager….it’s one we use and is a lifesaver. Check it out for free at spacetimewithstuartgary.com/lastpass and help support the show.
ExpressVPN...Rated No.1 by TechRadar...and as used by us. For three months free when you sign up for any 12-month package just visit www.tryexpressvpn.com/space and help support the show.
The Great Courses Plus...lifelong learning from the best in their fields. For your 14 day free trial of the entire library, please visit www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/space and help support the show.
LastPass password manager….it’s one we use and is a lifesaver. Check it out for free at spacetimewithstuartgary.com/lastpass and help support the show.
NameCheap.com….your online presence begins with a great domain name. Find your perfect one with NameCheaps powerful tools. Visit spacetimewithstuartgary.com/namecheap for more details and help support the show.
For more SpaceTime visit https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com (mobile friendly).
For enhanced Show Notes including photos to accompany this episode, visit: http://www.bitesz.com/spacetimewithstuartgary
RSS feed: https://rss.acast.com/spacetime
Email: SpaceTime@bitesz.com
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