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White House Reviews Smithsonian Museums for 'Divisive Narratives'
The Smithsonian Institution said Wednesday that it was reviewing a White House letter announcing a probe of content at several museums for "divisive or partisan narratives."
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Smithsonian Museum Removes Trump Impeachment References: Report
The Smithsonian's National Museum of American History removed a label referencing Donald Trump's two impeachments last month following pressure from the White House, The Washington Post reported.
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Smithsonian Air and Space Museum Reopens with SpaceX Rocket, Mars Habitat and More
The Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum has reopened five state-of-the-art galleries, blending historic aviation milestones with futuristic space technology. Highlights include SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket parts, a 3D-printed Mars habitat, and the revived “Friendship 7” capsule. Part of a $900 million overhaul, the exhibits mark a bold step...
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NASA TEMPO Satellite to Continue Tracking Pollution Hourly from Space Until 2026
TEMPO, a collaborative space mission by NASA, NOAA, and the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory, is transforming air quality tracking across North America. Since 2023, it has delivered hourly, high-resolution pollution data from space, aiding researchers, health officials, and the public.
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NASA Satellite Detects Tree Leaf Changes as Early Volcano Eruption Warning Signal
NASA and Smithsonian scientists find that greener trees seen in satellite images may warn of upcoming volcanic eruptions. The change is linked to rising carbon dioxide emissions from magma, which trees absorb and display through greener leaves. This method could enhance early warning systems and improve public safety near active volcanoes.
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"Black History Is US History": Trump's Cultural Power Grab Draws Criticism
Washington's Smithsonian is a sprawling chain of museums dedicated to both celebrating and scrutinizing the American story -- and the latest cultural institution targeted by President Donald Trump's bid to quash diversity efforts.
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Harvard Scientist Claims God Is Real, Reveals Mathematical Formula To Prove It
Dr Willie Soon, an astrophysicist and aerospace engineer, who has worked for a long time at the Harvard and Smithsonian Centre for Astrophysics, has recently claimed that a mathematical formula could be the ultimate proof of God's existence.
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Iconic Ruby Slippers From The Wizard Of Oz Up For Auction At $550,000 Nearly Two Decades After Theft
The auction also includes other items from the film including the screen door from Dorothy Gale's Kansas home and the hat worn by Margaret Hamilton
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Watch: The Brave Six Who Stood Beneath An Exploding Nuclear Bomb
To assess the impact of nuclear weapons on humans, the US undertook an exceptionally audacious experiment.
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Study Finds If Space Dust Could Protect Earth From Climate Change
The study was led by researchers from the Center for Astrophysics at Harvard & Smithsonian and the University of Utah.
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Internet Is All Hearts Over 45-Year-Old Orangutan "Auntie" Bonnie
In the video shared by Smithsonian's National Zoo on Instagram, the orangutan is seen having fun with other members of its family.
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Study Finds Wild Bats Have Long-Term Memory Of Sounds
A study has claimed that certain wild bats have long-term memory of sounds. It has been carried out by researchers at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI) in Panama who studied frog-eating bats.
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Jeff Bezos Gives Record $200 Million Donation To Smithsonian
Jeff Bezos will donate $200 million to the Smithsonian, the largest gift in the history of the institute.
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Watch: Red Panda Getting Treat From Puzzle Feeder Is Too Cute To Handle
The video was shared by USA's The Smithsonian's National Zoo & Conservation Biology Institute on their official Twitter handle.
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Smithsonian Institution Releases 2.8 Million 2D, 3D Images Into the Public Domain
Smithsonian Institution says it encourages people to use, reuse, and transform the free images into just about anything they choose.
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White House Reviews Smithsonian Museums for 'Divisive Narratives'
The Smithsonian Institution said Wednesday that it was reviewing a White House letter announcing a probe of content at several museums for "divisive or partisan narratives."
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Smithsonian Museum Removes Trump Impeachment References: Report
The Smithsonian's National Museum of American History removed a label referencing Donald Trump's two impeachments last month following pressure from the White House, The Washington Post reported.
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Smithsonian Air and Space Museum Reopens with SpaceX Rocket, Mars Habitat and More
The Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum has reopened five state-of-the-art galleries, blending historic aviation milestones with futuristic space technology. Highlights include SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket parts, a 3D-printed Mars habitat, and the revived “Friendship 7” capsule. Part of a $900 million overhaul, the exhibits mark a bold step...
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NASA TEMPO Satellite to Continue Tracking Pollution Hourly from Space Until 2026
TEMPO, a collaborative space mission by NASA, NOAA, and the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory, is transforming air quality tracking across North America. Since 2023, it has delivered hourly, high-resolution pollution data from space, aiding researchers, health officials, and the public.
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NASA Satellite Detects Tree Leaf Changes as Early Volcano Eruption Warning Signal
NASA and Smithsonian scientists find that greener trees seen in satellite images may warn of upcoming volcanic eruptions. The change is linked to rising carbon dioxide emissions from magma, which trees absorb and display through greener leaves. This method could enhance early warning systems and improve public safety near active volcanoes.
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"Black History Is US History": Trump's Cultural Power Grab Draws Criticism
Washington's Smithsonian is a sprawling chain of museums dedicated to both celebrating and scrutinizing the American story -- and the latest cultural institution targeted by President Donald Trump's bid to quash diversity efforts.
-
Harvard Scientist Claims God Is Real, Reveals Mathematical Formula To Prove It
Dr Willie Soon, an astrophysicist and aerospace engineer, who has worked for a long time at the Harvard and Smithsonian Centre for Astrophysics, has recently claimed that a mathematical formula could be the ultimate proof of God's existence.
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Iconic Ruby Slippers From The Wizard Of Oz Up For Auction At $550,000 Nearly Two Decades After Theft
The auction also includes other items from the film including the screen door from Dorothy Gale's Kansas home and the hat worn by Margaret Hamilton
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Watch: The Brave Six Who Stood Beneath An Exploding Nuclear Bomb
To assess the impact of nuclear weapons on humans, the US undertook an exceptionally audacious experiment.
-
Study Finds If Space Dust Could Protect Earth From Climate Change
The study was led by researchers from the Center for Astrophysics at Harvard & Smithsonian and the University of Utah.
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Internet Is All Hearts Over 45-Year-Old Orangutan "Auntie" Bonnie
In the video shared by Smithsonian's National Zoo on Instagram, the orangutan is seen having fun with other members of its family.
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Study Finds Wild Bats Have Long-Term Memory Of Sounds
A study has claimed that certain wild bats have long-term memory of sounds. It has been carried out by researchers at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI) in Panama who studied frog-eating bats.
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Jeff Bezos Gives Record $200 Million Donation To Smithsonian
Jeff Bezos will donate $200 million to the Smithsonian, the largest gift in the history of the institute.
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Watch: Red Panda Getting Treat From Puzzle Feeder Is Too Cute To Handle
The video was shared by USA's The Smithsonian's National Zoo & Conservation Biology Institute on their official Twitter handle.
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Smithsonian Institution Releases 2.8 Million 2D, 3D Images Into the Public Domain
Smithsonian Institution says it encourages people to use, reuse, and transform the free images into just about anything they choose.
