Dream Chaser, Uranus Aurora, and Ozone Hole Update | S26E138

Welcome to SpaceTime, the podcast that brings you the most fascinating stories and discoveries in astronomy, space and science. Your host, Stuart Gary, and in this episode, we'll talk about: ● How the first Dream Chaser space plane is ready to fly to the International Space Station and what it means for the future of space exploration. ● How astronomers have detected an infrared aurora on Uranus and what it reveals about the planet's weather and climate. ● How the 2023 Antarctic ozone hole reached its maximum size and why it's important to monitor and protect the ozone layer. ● How atrial fibrillation, a common heart rhythm disorder, is associated with a higher risk of memory and brain function decline. ● How more needs to be done to reduce the number of marine animals killed by ships and what are some of the possible solutions. ● How older women who look after the sick and frail live longer than those who don't and what are the possible explanations. ● How to apply critical thinking and scientific reasoning to the claims and evidence of ghosts and demons. If you enjoy SpaceTime, please subscribe, rate, and review us on your favorite podcast platform. You can also follow us on X (Twitter), Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and Tumblr for more updates and behind-the-scenes content. Thank you for listening and stay curious!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-with-stuart-gary--2458531/support.