Need to cool down after the heat wave? These photos from the Arctic Circle should do it.
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Solar-Powered Planes: The Future of Air Travel?
Emissions-free air travel made an experimental flight on Wednesday.
Unmanned Russian Supply Capsule Flies Past Space Station
Astronauts at the International Space Station were preparing to dock an unmanned service module when it flew past. NASA says it flew past at a safe distance and no astronauts were harmed.
Sex in Space: Houston, Let’s Get It On
Well, talk about joining the mile high club.
Scientist Serial Killer Expert Learns He Has the Brain of A Killer
Talk about a weird day at the office.
Is King Tut’s Penis Missing?
Did someone sabotage the Egyptian king’s mummy to hide his less-than endowed genitalia? A new report from The New Scientist presents the possibility of a anatomical conspiracy.
Study: If Your Dad Smokes, It Might Make You Fat
Two new studies look at the long-term effects of parental smoking on the kids in the household. Turns out that children of dads who smoke are often heavier at ages 7 and 11. (via Wellness Blog)
Carp-Pocalypse: The Great Lakes Asian Carp Invasion Begins?
There’s an underwater war underway in the Midwest – an offensive to keep the ravenous Asian Carp out of the Great Lakes. On Wednesday, it became clear: The carp are winning. (via AP)
Happy Longest Day of the Year!
Nothing to look forward to now but the ever-increasing hours of darkness. How’s that for a cheery Monday?
Did the Oil Spill Kill a Sperm Whale?
Think BP’s PR couldn’t possibly get worse? It turns out the company’s oil spill may have just killed an endangered animal.
Bobby Fischer’s Remains to be Exhumed
If it were an opening gambit in chess, it would certainly be bold: the remains of chess champion Bobby Fischer are to be exhumed in order to settle a paternity claim, an Icelandic court has ruled.
Killer Space Rocks: America’s Interstellar Defense Shield
The end of the world is coming but we’re prepared for it.