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SpaceX Dragon cargo capsule successfully splashed down off the California coast after completing its resupply mission to the International Space Station.

Core Summary According to The New York Times, the US Department of Defense has released its third batch of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) files, including records of a mysterious potato-shaped object hovering over Colorado and multiple reports of glowing red orbs. This is the latest step in the White House’s push for transparency on extraterrestrial phenomena. Details The newly declassified files were published on the Department of Defense website WAR.GOV/UFO. The documents record multiple unidentified flying object sightings in the northeastern United States, including oddly shaped flying objects and unexplained luminous phenomena. ...

Core Summary A newly published study reveals that Earth’s underground mycorrhizal fungal networks stretch more than 68 quadrillion miles in total length — far exceeding previous scientific estimates. The research produced the first global map of mycorrhizal fungi distribution, revealing the critical role these microscopic organisms play in maintaining planetary ecosystem health. Event Details According to The New York Times, the peer-reviewed study provides the first systematic estimate of the global mycorrhizal fungal network’s scale. The hyphal networks formed by these fungi underground total more than 100 quadrillion kilometers — enough to circle the Milky Way hundreds of times. ...

According to the BBC, a new study found that just four days of extreme rainfall killed 7% of the world’s rarest orangutan population. Scientists warn that climate change-induced extreme weather events are pushing orangutans toward extinction, calling for strengthened habitat protection and climate adaptation measures. Editor: GoodInfo Global News Team

Summary Scientists at the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration have officially confirmed that El Nino has formed and is developing in the Pacific Ocean. Experts warn this climate event could further intensify the global trend of extreme weather, push up global average temperatures, and pose serious threats to agriculture and ecosystems. Details According to the BBC and The Guardian, US scientists announced this week that an El Nino event has officially begun. Monitoring data shows abnormally high sea surface temperatures in the equatorial Pacific, meeting the criteria for El Nino classification. ...

[Summary] NASA chief defends selection of all-male crew for Artemis III mission CBS NewsNASA Marches Toward Artemis III Mission in 2027, Names Crew Members NASA (.gov)Heading back into orb Details NASA chief defends selection of all-male crew for Artemis III mission CBS NewsNASA Marches Toward Artemis III Mission in 2027, Names Crew Members NASA (.gov)Heading back into orbit: Miami Sunset High graduate is spacebound again Miami HeraldNASA announces astronauts for its Artemis III mission to test new moon landers NBC NewsChesapeake native Andre Douglas selected for NASA’s Artemis III crew 13newsnow.com ...

[Brief] US Restarts Screwworm Eradication Campaign; Canada Bans Texas Cattle Imports According to NBC News, the United States has restarted a large-scale eradication campaign targeting flesh-eating screwworms, a parasitic fly species that was thought to have been eliminated decades ago. The resurgence has infected livestock and prompted Canada to urgently ban cattle imports from Texas to prevent the outbreak from spreading northward. The situation poses a significant threat to the livestock industry, with agencies working to develop new control measures. ...

ISS Air Leak Prompts Brief Evacuation to Safe Haven, Crew Returns to Normal Operations The International Space Station experienced an air leak incident on June 5 that prompted all six crew members to briefly shelter in a docked SpaceX Dragon spacecraft. The event was triggered during a Russian attempt to repair a tunnel area on the station, which sparked concerns about the integrity of the habitat modules. NASA confirmed that the crew followed standard safety procedures by moving to the Dragon spacecraft, which serves as an emergency safe haven in the event of depressurization. The astronauts remained in the safe haven while ground controllers and the crew assessed the situation and attempted to locate and contain the leak. ...

June 2026 night sky highlight: Jupiter and Venus will appear to join in the sky this week, making it the most notable astronomical event of the month. Sky watchers can follow observation guides for the best viewing experience.

A Blue Origin New Glenn heavy-lift rocket exploded during a static fire test at Launch Complex 36 in Cape Canaveral, Florida, marking another major setback for the company and casting doubt on NASA’s reliance on it for lunar missions.