Earth's seasons vary wildly, even at the same latitude, new research finds

Before embarking on missions to Mars, researchers emphasize the urgent need for improved protection against cosmic rays, which pose significant health risks to astronauts outside Earth's magnetic shield. Current technologies may not adequately shield space travelers from these harmful radiation levels, necessitating advancements in protective measures.

The Hubble Space Telescope has identified a massive, sandwich-shaped blob in deep space, nicknamed Dracula’s Chivito, located approximately 1,000 light-years from Earth. This discovery adds to the growing catalog of unusual cosmic formations observed by Hubble, showcasing the telescope's continued relevance in astronomical research.