TIME science news

1. More than 99% of the Deep Sea Still Remains a Mystery

   Humans have observed less than 0.001% of the deep seafloor—an area roughly the size of Rhode Island—according to new research.

2. What to Know About The Soviet-Era Venus Spacecraft Plunging Back to Earth

   Launched in 1972, the failed Venus probe, Kosmos 482, has been stuck in Earth orbit ever since. Now it's hurtling back down to Earth.

3. What Trump’s Proposed NASA Budget Cuts Really Mean for the Space Agency

   Space exploration and science could take a serious hit as funding is slashed by 24% under Trump's proposed budget.

4. Cutting Emissions Could Prevent Thousands of Deaths Linked to Polluted Air

   Experts find that up to 250,000 deaths linked to air pollution in Europe could be prevented by 2050 if emissions are drastically cut.

5. You Won’t Want to Miss the Eta Aquariid Meteor Shower. Here’s How and When You Can See It

   The Eta Aquariid meteor shower is about to reach its peak. Here's what you need to know.