2024 election latest; deadly Mesa plane crash victims identified | Nightly Roundup
From the latest in the 2024 election to new details on those who died in a plane crash at Falcon Field in Mesa, here's a look at some of our top stories.
Solar flares directed at Earth through Election Day create geomagnetic storm potential
Geomagnetic storming of this magnitude is common on NOAA’s 5-level scale. However, several sunspot regions on the Sun are likely to continue blasting out solar flares with possible Earth-directed components.
Diamond dust could play a role in climate control efforts, study suggests
Recent research suggests that injecting solid particles into the atmosphere may significantly mitigate stratospheric warming, as the rate continues to climb around the globe.
Florida surfer survives near-fatal shark attack at same beach, 12 years after first bite
This wasn't Cole Taschman's first brush with a shark. Twelve years prior, he had been bitten by a smaller shark while surfing in the same exact spot at Bathtub Beach in Stuart, Florida.
More northern lights could come as sun hits solar maximum, NASA says
The northern lights may put on a dazzling display over the next couple of years as the sun enters its solar maximum, a period of heightened activity that occurs about every 11 years.
See the most terrifying displays in our galaxy from NASA
The "Galaxy of Horrors" is an array of vintage-style horror movie-themed posters to show us what nightmares exist in space.
60 rare Siamese crocodiles hatch in Cambodia’s Cardamom National Park
Sixty critically endangered Siamese crocodiles hatched in Cambodia’s Cardamom National Park this summer, marking the largest wild breeding record of the species this century.
NASA narrows selection of Moon landing sites for Artemis astronauts
The U.S. space agency is focusing on nine areas near the lunar South Pole. This region is important for its diverse geological characteristics and may contain water that can be mined for resources.
Researchers targeting childhood heart disease with stem cells, AI
Researchers in the U.S. and Australia are ushering in a new era of pediatric medicine by using stem cells and AI to solve childhood heart disease.
'Halloween comet' breaks apart after nearing sun
Scientists called this comet a true "sungrazer" because it passed within 1% of Earth's distance to the Sun.
Geomagnetic Storm Watch issued after strong flare erupts from Sun
Aurora lights are possible in some parts of the U.S. on Monday.
NASA chief says claims that Elon Musk has been in regular contact with Putin should be investigated
NASA Administrator Bill Nelson called the report "concerning" for NASA and the intelligence community.
Volcanic ash from Mexican volcano spotted over Florida
Popocatépetl is Mexico’s most active volcano and has been erupting for decades about 45 miles southeast of Mexico City.
Famous Alaska volcano sees seismic unrest after more than 30-year slumber
Several small earthquakes have been detected around Mt. Spurr this past week, prompting the Alaska Volcano Observatory to raise the volcano's alert level to "yellow" from the base green.
NASA astronaut released from hospital after 'medical issue' during splashdown
The SpaceX Dragon crew members completed a 235-day mission, 232 days of which were spent aboard the International Space Station conducting scientific research.
NASA Crew-8 mission: Astronaut suffers 'medical issue' after splashdown off Florida coast
Crew-8 astronaut suffers "medical event" shortly after splashdown down on Earth off Florida's coast.
NASA SpaceX Crew-8: 1 astronaut remains in hospital after ‘medical issue’
One of the SpaceX Crew-8 astronauts remains in stable condition at the hospital but no additional information was released to protect their medical privacy, NASA said.
New tech prevents airplane passengers from cutting
Airlines say a new technology is working to prevent passengers from boarding flights before their group is called, while others say it shames passengers.
Time is running out to see Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS before it disappears for possibly forever
The comet made its first documented pass by Earth this month and is likely to disappear from our night sky for 80,000 years -- that is, if it survives its voyage around the solar system.
Trio of meteor showers to light up night sky in November
The Leonids and Southern and Northern Taurids meteor showers each reach their peaks sometime throughout November.