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The far side of the moon once had erupting volcanoes too

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A US state is sixth in the world for pollution, according to climate scientists

This “represents the single biggest health threat facing humanity,” former Vice President Al Gore said at the conference.
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Final supermoon of 2024 rises this week: Here's when to watch

There won't be another supermoon until next October.
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How to see the Northern Taurid meteor showers peaking this week

Here’s what to know about the Taurids and other meteor showers.
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Canada orders TikTok to dissolve its business in the country

A TikTok representative confirmed the company planned to challenge the Canadian ruling in court
Aerospace

UT alum, astronaut Butch Wilmore hosts Q&A for Tennessee Tech students in space

Wilmore and Suni Williams have been in space since June 5. They were supposed to be on an eight-day mission but there were mechanical issues on the Boeing Starliner.
Elections

Can astronauts vote from space?

NASA astronauts still have the opportunity to cast their ballots, even from orbit. Here's how.
Aerospace

Boeing machinists approve new contract, ending strike

The latest contract was approved by 59% of union membership.
Science

Cold-war era materials from ORNL being used to help treat cancer patients

Uranium-233 found in Oak Ridge National Laboratory is being used to develop cancer treatments.
Science

ORNL makes progress in possible cancer treatment

The Department of Energy has been trying to safely get rid of uranium 233, and it may have found a way it can help sick people.
Science

T Coronae Borealis: A 'zombie star' is about to light up the night sky

A celestial explosion will cause a star to rise from its cosmic grave, briefly creating a "new" star in our night sky!
Tech

State to give total of $101.6 million to expand broadband access and improve digital skills across Tennessee

Tennessee leaders said the money is part of the second round of broadband and digital opportunity grants.

Powell family fights 'conflicting emotions' for suspect in 13-year-old daughter's murder

Bear spotted in Gatlinburg candy store prompts warning from wildlife officials

Sunshine returns with milder temperatures this Weekend

More than 5,200 Tennessee households received federal assistance to recover from Hurricane Helene

Knoxville Breaking News, Weather, Traffic, Sports | WBIR.com

The far side of the moon once had erupting volcanoes too

A US state is sixth in the world for pollution, according to climate scientists

Final supermoon of 2024 rises this week: Here's when to watch

How to see the Northern Taurid meteor showers peaking this week

Canada orders TikTok to dissolve its business in the country

UT alum, astronaut Butch Wilmore hosts Q&A for Tennessee Tech students in space

Can astronauts vote from space?

Boeing machinists approve new contract, ending strike

Cold-war era materials from ORNL being used to help treat cancer patients

ORNL makes progress in possible cancer treatment

T Coronae Borealis: A 'zombie star' is about to light up the night sky

State to give total of $101.6 million to expand broadband access and improve digital skills across Tennessee

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