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Scientists warn a potentially ‘super’ El Niño is forming
Climate researchers say the tropical Pacific is rapidly warming and could develop into a major El Niño event later in 2026, with some forecasts pointing to exceptionally high sea-surface temperatures. NOAA estimates about an 80% chance of El Niño developing by July, though the final strength will depend on shifting trade winds and other atmospheric factors .
Rubin Observatory data reveals 11,000+ new asteroids
Using preliminary data from the Vera C. Rubin Observatory’s Simonyi Survey Telescope, scientists have identified more than 11,000 new asteroids in our solar system. The haul includes hundreds of distant objects beyond Neptune and 33 previously unknown near-Earth objects, highlighting the telescope’s power for planetary defense and solar-system mapping .
ISC launches global survey on emerging technologies in science systems
The International Science Council has opened a worldwide survey to study how emerging technologies are changing science systems, with special emphasis on the Global South. The survey covers satellite connectivity, VR/XR, data infrastructure, and robotics/AI, and is open until June 22, 2026 .
University of Washington research probes how much water Earth-like planets need
Researchers at the University of Washington report that an Earth-sized planet may need at least 20% to 50% of Earth’s ocean water to sustain a crucial natural cycle that keeps water on the surface. The finding has implications for planetary habitability and how scientists assess potentially life-supporting exoplanets .
Juno captures close-up images of Jupiter’s moon Thebe
NASA’s Juno spacecraft recently imaged Thebe, one of Jupiter’s tiny moons, during a close approach. The observations add to Juno’s expanding legacy of high-resolution Jovian science and help researchers better understand the irregular moons surrounding the giant planet .
NASA’s Psyche mission shares a striking view of Mars’ Huygens Crater
NASA released a new image from the Psyche mission showing Huygens Crater on Mars, offering a dramatic look at the Red Planet ahead of the spacecraft’s 2029 arrival at asteroid Psyche. Scientists think the asteroid may be the exposed metal-rich core of an ancient planetesimal .
Hubble spots a mysterious galaxy lacking spiral arms
NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope has captured a galaxy with no spiral arms, a rare morphology that may represent a transition phase in galaxy evolution. Astronomers are using such unusual systems to understand how galaxies form, change shape, and stop forming stars .
MAVEN detects a first-of-its-kind atmospheric effect on Mars
NASA’s MAVEN mission has reportedly detected the first Zwan-Wolf effect deep in Mars’ atmosphere, adding a new piece to the puzzle of Martian weather and atmospheric dynamics. The result could help scientists refine models of how Mars’ atmosphere behaves over time .
Potential dark-matter imprint detected in gravitational waves
Scientists say they may have found a possible dark-matter-related signature in gravitational-wave data, though they stress the result is preliminary. More observations and analysis are needed before any claim of a confirmed dark matter detection can be made .
Astronomers track asteroid 2026 JH2 during close Earth flyby
Asteroid 2026 JH2 was discovered only days before its close pass by Earth, illustrating how quickly near-Earth objects can appear in survey data. Astronomers continue to refine its orbit and size estimates as part of ongoing efforts to monitor potentially hazardous objects .
Science news roundup highlights space, AI, and biomedical breakthroughs
Current science headlines also include work on batteries, heart procedures, breast milk biology, monsoon prediction, and AI’s growing role in coding and jobs. Across major outlets, the biggest themes are climate risk, space exploration, and fast-moving advances in technology and medicine .