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In a mission that changed our understanding of gas giants, NASA’s Galileo spacecraft made history not just in orbit but also in its dramatic descent into Jupiter’s atmosphere. Launched in October 1989, Galileo became the first spacecraft to orbit an outer planet, setting new scientific milestones over its 14-year journey. The mission provided a unique glimpse into Jupiter’s turbulent environment, …

A fascinating new study has shaken up our understanding of Earth’s oceans. It reveals that around 15 million years ago, something remarkable happened beneath the surface of the planet: the Earth “swallowed” billions of tonnes of water, causing sea levels to drop by a staggering 30 meters. This discovery, published in February 2025 on the AGU portal by researchers looking …