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WBZ-TV meteorologist Terry Eliasen talks to a NASA expert about when we might be able to see a "zombie star" in the night sky.
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WBZ-TV meteorologist Terry Eliasen talks to a NASA expert about when we might be able to see a "zombie star" in the night sky.
A Massachusetts geology professor is playing a key role in NASA's $5.2 billion Europa Clipper mission to Jupiter. "So we're orbiting Jupiter and we've designed it so that we are flying past Europa 49 times, very very close by. Part of the reason for that is there is incredibly intense radiation right near the surface of Europa, trapped around Jupiter. That makes it very difficult to have a spacecraft stay near Europa for very long because the computer will get fried. Our mission is designed to spend a small amount of time near Europa taking data. It goes way out, far away from the deadly radiation belts, processes the data, sends it back to Earth and then comes back in for another swoop."
A Massachusetts geology professor is playing a key role in NASA's $5.2 billion Europa Clipper mission to Jupiter.
NASA is launching the Europa Clipper to look for signs of life on one of Jupiter's moons.
This week's full moon is called the Hunter's Moon. It's also a supermoon, which is expected to be the brightest one of the year so far.
Suni Williams, a Needham native, is one of two NASA astronauts stuck in space. She told WBZ-TV it wasn't a surprise.
Crew Dragon's two astronauts will join two Starliner fliers for a five-month tour of duty aboard the International Space Station.
A NASA astronaut and a Russian cosmonaut will join the Starliner astronauts for a normal tour of duty
The Starliner slammed into the discernible atmosphere 400,000 feet above the Pacific Ocean before descending to a parachute-and-airbag assisted touchdown.
Astronauts Suni Williams, who is from Needham, and Butch Wilmore will stay in space until February.
The Starliner's two-person crew now will stay in space until next February and return to Earth aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon.
After months of testing and debate, NASA is poised to decide whether or not to bring two astronauts home aboard Boeing's Starliner.
After giving the starting command for the Falmouth Road Race, Suni Williams ran seven miles on a treadmill while inside the International Space Station.
After giving the starting command for the Falmouth Road Race, Suni Williams ran seven miles on a treadmill while inside the International Space Station.
NASA is hoping to know soon whether they can bring home two stranded astronauts next month or wait until next year. WBZ-TV's Penny Kmitt reports.
A metal support used to mount old batteries on a cargo pallet for disposal tore through the house in Naples, Florida on March 8.
William Anders, who snapped one of the most iconic images of the space age, was killed when his small plane went down off the coast of Washington state.
You may have heard that six planets were set to align in a rare "parade of planets" this morning. Experts say it wasn't the "spectacular celestial event" you were promised – and shared when you should really watch.
Ed Dwight trained to become the first African American astronaut but was never asked to join NASA. He finally flew into space on Sunday.
Millions of Americans looked to the night sky and snapped magical photos and videos of the northern lights this past weekend during the momentous geomagnetic storm.
In the image, "a ghostly hand appears to be emerging from the interstellar medium and reaching out into the cosmos," the NOIRLab said.
The visualization, produced on a NASA supercomputer, allows users to experience flight towards a supermassive black hole.
The creepy patterns were observed by the European Space Agency's ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter.
In November 2023, NASA's Voyager 1 spacecraft stopped sending "readable science and engineering data."
Dr. Kate Calvin, NASA Chief Scientist and Senior Climate Advisor, spoke with our Joe Weil about the importance of protecting our planet.
A father of two from Pennsylvania is recovering from serious injuries after he was struck by a hit-and-run driver on I-95 in Foxboro.
The FAA's plan to slash airline capacity due to the government shutdown could hit some of the nation's busiest airports, including in Atlanta, Dallas, New York City and Los Angeles, according to a proposed list obtained by CBS News.
Jaylen Brown scored 35 points and the Boston Celtics beat the Washington Wizards 136-107 on Wednesday night.
Specialty license plates have been around for decades, but the latest installment that commemorates the Massachusetts 250 festivities is shattering sales records.
Business owners in Davis Square say the homelessness crisis and even open drug use have grown out of control in recent years.
The FAA's plan to slash airline capacity due to the government shutdown could hit some of the nation's busiest airports.
Boston could see strong, damaging winds as a storm brings some snow to northern New England.
A father of two from Pennsylvania is recovering from serious injuries after he was struck by a hit-and-run driver on I-95 in Foxboro.
Specialty license plates have been around for decades, but the latest installment that commemorates the Massachusetts 250 festivities is shattering sales records.
Police in Fall River arrested five people after 50-100 people on dirt bikes, ATVs, scooters and motorcycles performed stunts and blocked traffic during a meetup known as a street takeover.
Amy Cohen is running the New York City Marathon despite living with the painful effects of sickle cell disease.
Surgeons at Massachusetts General Hospital have removed a pig kidney from a New Hampshire man 271 days after the innovative transplant.
With two-year waiting lists for a primary care physician, Mass General Brigham is using AI to bridge the gap.
A new study finds that simply having a HEPA air purifier in the classroom may not be enough to keep students safe from respiratory illnesses.
Health officials in Massachusetts are recommending that all adults in the state receive the COVID vaccine.
I-Team sources say the allegations of misconduct involving Canton Police Sgt. Sean Goode stem from an investigation into former State Police Trooper Michael Proctor.
Customers have been telling the I-Team that the service has not been as advertised with delays and equipment problems.
Advocates for Pappas Rehabilitation Hospital in Canton say the state is failing to keep its promise to keep the facility open.
Michael Proctor, the disgraced lead investigator in Karen Read's high-profile case, has dropped his appeal to the Civil Service Commission and is no longer seeking to get his job back with Massachusetts State Police.
A Mansfield woman reached out to the I-Team's Call for Action after a package of meaningful T-shirts from her daughter's younger years ended up in limbo.
Both the Trump and Healey administrations are using government websites to blame each other for the shutdown.
Which party stands to take more of the blame from voters for the government shutdown? Here's what a new poll says.
A UNH Survey Center/Granite State poll shows John Sununu crushing Scott Brown by 23 points among likely primary voters in New Hampshire.
Seth Moulton said he's running against Sen. Ed Markey because "our party leaders are clinging to that old playbook."
Maine Governor Janet Mills' run for Senate comes with an unusual promise - she will only serve one six-year term.
The "Spirit Christmas" chain is moving into some closed big box stores in New England.
Boston-based brewer Sam Adams has released a new beer that's so strong it can't be sold in 15 states, including New Hampshire.
The Fresh Market on Route 9 in Framingham is set to close less than a year after it opened.
Big changes are envisioned for the 75-year-old Kowloon restaurant property off Route 1 in Saugus.
An expert points to three main factors and explains why the Black women unemployment rate is a warning sign.
Just steps from the water's edge along Lake Winnipesaukee, a spectacular estate mixes modern architecture with breathtaking views.
An innovative craft winery located in downtown Meredith, New Hampshire, Hermit Woods is taking a different approach to winemaking.
Located on the water's edge along New Hampshire's Lake Winnipesaukee, Mill Falls blends elegant luxury with spectacular vistas.
Kohler Store by Supply New England and an interior designer showcases how beauty and functionality can breathe new life into a project.
James Beard-nominated pastry chef and co-founder of Bakey in Boston gives insight on how to make his world-famous babka.
Jaylen Brown scored 35 points and the Boston Celtics beat the Washington Wizards 136-107 on Wednesday night.
Marat Khusnutdinov tied it late in regulation and then scored the only goal in the shootout in Boston's 4-3 victory on Tuesday.
The Patriots sit at 7-2 on the day of the NFL trade deadline, but they didn't make any moves before 4 p.m.
The Utah Jazz overcame a double-digit, second-half deficit to beat the Boston Celtics 105-103 on Monday night.
A pair of Red Sox outfielders took home Gold Glove Awards for their defensive efforts this season.
Tom Brady's dog is a clone of a "beloved" pet that died, the seven-time Super Bowl champion revealed on Tuesday.
New England Aquarium researchers spotted three True's beaked whales, which are rarely seen on the surface.
A Massachusetts lottery winner is sharing the wealth with his son.
The roughtail stingray can grow up to 8 feet wide and weigh close to 800 pounds.
A special type of camera captured clear video of a great white shark looking for food off the coast of New England.