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Events From 1986 That Changed Lives Forever

staff@grunge.com (Kathy Benjamin) — Tue, 11 Nov 2025 17:37:00 +0000

1986 saw regime shifts, a nuclear meltdown, a space shuttle explosion, successful surrogacy, Oprah going national, and other events that forever changed us.

Ex-NASA Engineer Claims He Conquered Gravity. Here's Why We're Skeptical

staff@grunge.com (S. Flannagan) — Mon, 01 Sep 2025 10:07:00 +0000

After decades of research, an ex-NASA engineer who worked on the Hubble Telescope claims to have made a discovery that would upend our understanding of physics.

The German WWII Superweapon That Launched America's Space Program

staff@grunge.com (Chris Turner-Neal) — Wed, 20 Aug 2025 00:37:00 +0000

After World War II, German scientist Wernher von Braun went from developing Nazi superweapons to spearheading NASA's Saturn program.

What Horrible Things Would Happen To The Earth If There Was No Moon

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Sun, 17 Aug 2025 13:07:00 +0000

The moon is something we take for granted, expecting it to come into view each night. But if the Earth lost its moon, the results would be catastrophic.

This Harvard Scientist Says An Incoming Comet Could Be An Alien Ship. Here's Why He Might Be Right

staff@grunge.com (S. Flannagan) — Sat, 09 Aug 2025 00:37:00 +0000

What NASA calls an incoming comet, a Harvard scientist says could be an alien ship. He says it's too soon to know for sure.

The Year Stephen Hawking Predicted The World Would End

staff@grunge.com (S. Flannagan) — Sat, 22 Mar 2025 15:00:00 +0000

Like many before him, renowned physicist Stephen Hawking predicted the world would end, but he had some pretty specific reasons for his beliefs.

7 Ancient Weapons Created From Outer Space Materials

staff@grunge.com (Richard Milner) — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 15:00:00 +0000

One thing modern day people have in common with the ancients is a fascination with outer space. Our ancestors even had weapons created from space materials.

The Strange Request Star Trek's Creator Had In His Last Will

staff@grunge.com (Andrew Amelinckx) — Wed, 13 Nov 2024 16:00:13 +0000

Gene Roddenberry had a long fascination with space, aka, the final frontier, so the "Star Trek" creator's strange request in his last will seems fitting.

Here's How The Astronauts Stuck In Space On The Boeing Starliner Will Survive

staff@grunge.com (Richard Milner) — Thu, 15 Aug 2024 15:00:19 +0000

Two astronauts went to space on an eight-day mission on NASA's Boeing Starliner, but now they're likely stuck in orbit until 2025. Here's how they'll survive.

Things That Don't Make Sense About The Challenger Disaster

staff@grunge.com (Mina Nakatani) — Wed, 07 Aug 2024 13:30:48 +0000

Decades after the Challenger disaster killed all seven crew members, including teacher Christa McAuliffe, there are still things that defy explanation.

Things Fly Me To The Moon Just Ignores About The Moon Landing

staff@grunge.com (Grunge Staff) — Fri, 12 Jul 2024 20:19:16 +0000

"Fly Me to the Moon" tells the tale of NASA creating a fake moon landing. Though it pulls from real events and people, it ignores a lot about the real event.

The Real Reason NASA Frequently Alters Their Photos

staff@grunge.com (Richard Milner) — Mon, 03 Jun 2024 15:00:40 +0000

NASA frequently alters its photos, which has fueled many conspiracy theories. But there's a reason why the government agency engages in the practice.

What Caused The Space Shuttle Columbia Disaster?

staff@grunge.com (William Fischer) — Thu, 23 May 2024 15:00:32 +0000

While technically the Space Shuttle Columbia disaster was caused by an issue with the left wing, there was much more to it behind the scenes.

The Biggest Scandals To Ever Hit NASA

staff@grunge.com (Richard Milner) — Sat, 18 May 2024 15:00:30 +0000

NASA is responsible for some of the most monumental achievements in human history, but they are not strangers to scandals. Here are some of the biggest.

The Hidden Truth Of Christa McAuliffe

staff@grunge.com (Mina Nakatani) — Sat, 18 May 2024 13:30:46 +0000

Set to be the first civilian in space, Christa McAuliffe died in the Challenger disaster. She was more than just a hero and a teacher astronaut, though.

The Hidden Truth Of The Space Shuttle Challenger Crew

staff@grunge.com (Mina Nakatani) — Thu, 09 May 2024 13:30:08 +0000

One of the most infamous of all space missions, the Challenger disaster shocked the world and changed NASA forever. But there's far more to the doomed mission.

The Chilling Final Words Of The Apollo 1 Crew

staff@grunge.com (Richard Milner) — Wed, 08 May 2024 15:00:10 +0000

The three-man crew of Apollo 1 called out for help after a fire started during a launch simulation. These were the chilling final words of the astronauts.

Did The Space Shuttle Columbia Crew Die Instantly?

staff@grunge.com (Richard Milner) — Fri, 03 May 2024 15:00:35 +0000

In 2003, as it reentered the Earth's atmosphere, the Space Shuttle Columbia disintegrated. But did the crew die instantly? You might be surprised at the answer.

Astronauts Who Died Tragically During Missions

staff@grunge.com (Kathy Benjamin) — Fri, 03 May 2024 13:30:33 +0000

Space travel is still a risky endeavor and one for the brave and bold. Of the few that have earned the job of astronaut, some have paid the ultimate price.

The Challenger Disaster Timeline Explained

staff@grunge.com (DB Kelly) — Thu, 02 May 2024 13:30:52 +0000

January 28, 1986 still lives on in the minds of many people. The Space Shuttle Challenger explosion was a tragic event that shook NASA -- and the world.