Why haven't we met intelligent aliens? Readers offer theories
Readers respond to Adam Kirsch's article on the absence of evidence for extraterrestrial civilisations, citing fossil fuels, cosmic timing, and cautious observers.
Category : Space
Starlink satellites spotted over Merseyside on Sunday night
A line of linked lights seen across Merseyside on Sunday night are believed to be Starlink satellites, with fresh batches visible up to five days after launch.
NASA images reveal Moon crater from SpaceX rocket crash
NASA images show a fresh crater on the Moon caused by a SpaceX Falcon 9 upper stage impact on Aug. 5, 2026. The crater is 60 feet wide and ten feet deep.
Alien City Ruins Claim on Mars Shoreline Dismissed
UFO researchers claim ancient alien city ruins line a lost Martian shoreline, but scientists attribute the shapes to pareidolia and geological processes.
2027 total solar eclipse: 6m 23s darkness, next in 2114
The second-longest total solar eclipse of the 21st century will occur on August 2, 2027, with totality lasting up to 6m 23s. The next comparable eclipse won't happen until 2114.
CosmoCube to search for 21cm signal from moon's far side
UK team plans to orbit a suitcase-sized satellite around the moon to detect a radio signal from the early universe, avoiding Earth's interference.
Chinese Rocket Explodes 90 Seconds After Liftoff
A Chinese rocket exploded about 90 seconds after take-off, in a dramatic failure captured on video. The incident occurred during a launch, with debris falling near the pad.
Jodrell Bank's Black Hole Discoveries Under Threat
Jodrell Bank's Lovell telescope, at the forefront of black hole discoveries, faces funding cut in 2028, sparking backlash and a petition.
Nasa's Air Mission to Capture Rare Eclipse Data
Two Nasa aviators will fly a WB-57 research plane from Iceland to extend totality and capture rare eclipse data, including images of solar prominences and nanoflares.
Space Race 2.0: Commercial Drive Replaces Cold War Rivalry
In 2026, a rocket launches every 29 hours, but today's space race is driven by commercial demand, not national prestige, with the US leading in launches and spending.
SpaceX rocket debris crashes into Moon, experts warn
A 4,000kg SpaceX rocket stage slammed into the Moon at 5,400mph, sparking warnings that future lunar bases and historic sites could be at risk from space junk.
Trump UFO Files Reveal 500ft Triangle Over US Base
Newly released UFO files include a pilot's account of a 500ft triangular object silently hovering over Bagram Airfield in Afghanistan, among other sightings.
Trump Releases New UFO Files with Mysterious Sphere
The Trump administration has released a new batch of UFO files, including a mysterious sphere with a human body, marking the fifth such release.
Trump Releases Fifth Batch of UFO Files with Triangle Sighting
Donald Trump releases Pentagon UFO files, including a pilot's report of a 500ft silent triangle over Bagram and a 1963 sphere crash in Rio.
Alien Entrance on Mars? UFO Spotter Claims Discovery
A mysterious 6ft rectangular opening resembling an 'alien entrance' has been spotted in NASA's Curiosity rover images on Mars, sparking debate among UFO researchers.
NASA Curiosity rover finds mysterious honeycomb pattern on Mars
NASA's Curiosity rover discovered a honeycomb-like pattern on Mars, possibly linked to ancient water activity, leaving scientists intrigued.
NASA Astronauts Spacewalk at ISS
NASA astronauts performed a spacewalk outside the International Space Station on Aug 6, 2026, to conduct maintenance and upgrades.
Chinese Scientists Propose Nuclear Strike Inside Asteroids
Chinese scientists propose a nuclear bomb detonated inside an asteroid to deflect it, a plan to save Earth from a doomsday collision.
Sun's Surface Revealed in Unprecedented Detail
New images from the world's most powerful solar telescope show the sun's surface in unprecedented detail, revealing tiny engines that drive solar activity.
SpaceX rocket part believed to have crashed into moon
A four-tonne piece of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket is believed to have unintentionally crashed into the moon at 5,400mph, creating a new lunar crater.
Sun's Most Detailed Images Reveal Swirling Vortices
Highest-resolution images of the sun reveal tiny swirling vortices, potentially explaining why the corona is millions of degrees hotter than the surface.
SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket piece crashes into Moon
A stray piece of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket crashed into the Moon after travelling at about 5,400mph, creating a crater about 60 feet wide.
SpaceX rocket crashes into Moon at 5,400mph
A SpaceX Falcon 9 upper stage, left in a chaotic lunar orbit, has crashed into the Moon at 5,400mph, creating a crater and debris plume visible from Earth.
New Evidence Suggests Alien Base on Moon, Study Claims
Astronomers report over 20 unidentified objects near the moon, possibly indicating a technologically advanced nonhuman civilization, but the study is not peer-reviewed.
SpaceX rocket to crash into Moon today: how to watch
A discarded SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket will crash into the Moon today at 5,400mph, offering scientists a rare chance to study the impact in real time.
SpaceX rocket to crash into Moon - impact flash may be visible
A SpaceX Falcon 9 upper stage will unintentionally slam into the Moon on Wednesday, and the impact flash could be visible from Earth through telescopes.
Astronaut recounts ISS evacuation alert during leak repair
Nasa astronaut Chris Williams described the 'not a great feeling' when ordered to prepare for possible ISS evacuation during an air leak repair, with safety of Russian cosmonauts the main concern.
SpaceX Falcon 9 Rocket to Crash Into Moon This Week
A SpaceX Falcon 9 upper stage will unintentionally hit the Moon on Wednesday, creating a crater and plume, with no danger to Earth, scientists say.
Mars 'walking man' NASA photo sparks alien frenzy
A resurfaced NASA Spirit rover photo from 2007 shows a rock formation resembling a walking humanoid, sparking online speculation. Scientists call it pareidolia.
SpaceX rocket to crash into Moon at 5,400mph this week
A rogue SpaceX rocket booster will crash into the Moon on Wednesday at 5,400mph, carving a 90ft crater and sending debris miles into space, experts warn.
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