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Are Those Gravitational Waves? Nope, They're Just Thirsty Ravens
By Laura Geggel published
Bizarre data glitches have set gravitational-wave scientists — and a conspiracy of ravens — all aflutter.
Here's What It Looks Like When G-Force Knocks You Out
By Brandon Specktor published
Don't get cocky. If you were this kid, you'd pass out, too.
Why Gravitational Waves Are So Exhilarating
By Don Lincoln published
The gravitational-wave research community seems to be having a remarkable string of good luck. Here's what the smashing finding means.
Einstein Would Be 'Flabbergasted' by Gravitational Wave Nobel
By Sarah Lewin published
Einstein would be pleased — but flabbergasted — to hear the details of humanity's first direct detection of gravitational waves, according to one of three new Nobel winners for the discovery.
Nobel Prize Awarded for Sensational Gravitational Waves Discovery
By Megan Gannon published
Three scientists who were integral in detecting these so-called gravitational waves for the first time were awarded this year's Nobel Prize in physics this morning.
Gorgeous Gravity Waves Intersect Near Africa (Photo)
By Stephanie Pappas published
A new satellite image shows complicated cloud patterns off the coast of Angola and Namibia.
The Gravitational Wave Crests: Big Discoveries are Worth the Wait (Op-Ed)
By Fleming Crim published
The greatest discoveries require more than knowledge, they demand persistence.
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