‘Project Hail Mary’ explores unique forms of life in space – 5 essential reads on searching for aliens that look nothing like life on Earth

“Project Hail Mary,” the movie adaptation to Andy Weir’s 2021 novel about a science teacher attempting to save the Earth from sun-eating microbes, was released in March 2026 to stellar ratings from ...

Larger-than-life bronze bison sculptures to be installed on National Mall

Larger-than-life bronze bison will be installed on the National Mall as part of America 250 celebrations.
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‘Project Hail Mary’ brings a new kind of alien to the big screen

The long-awaited adaptation of “Project Hail Mary” is in theaters now. The 2021 book is considered one of the best science ...
Smithsonian Magazine

See the 2,500-Pound Bronze Bison as They Arrive at Their New, Permanent Place at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History

More than a century ago, the massive mammals actually grazed beside the Smithsonian Castle. As of today, two large sculptures continue that legacy as they flank the museum’s main entrance ...
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61 weird events from around the world that still don’t feel entirely real

You’ve got to admit, our planet is pretty weird, so maybe it’s no surprise that people are endlessly fascinated by its mysteries. After all, this is the same place where Wi-Fi and Bluetooth somehow ...