S26E82: Unveiling the Impossible: Space Secrets and Science Advances | A Space News Pod

Welcome to episode 82 of the 26th series of SpaceTime with Stuart Gary. In this episode, we delve into the surprising discoveries, alarming incidents, and intriguing developments in the world of astronomy and space science. Here's a sneak peek:

### 1. Discovery of the Impossible Planet
In an unbelievable discovery, astronomers have unearthed the existence of a planet that, against all odds, is alive and kicking. Located at a distance of 520 light-years from us, this celestial object, 8 Ursae Minoris b, is in orbit around a red giant star - a star that should have devoured it long ago.

### 2. Sun's Powerful Solar Flare
Our very own star, the Sun, has just discharged a potent X 1 class solar flare. The X-class flares are renowned for being the most ferocious and potent type of solar flares that can be observed.

### 3. Cancellation of Australia's Satellite Program
In a shocking turn of events, the Albanese government in Australia has decided to terminate a multi-billion-dollar satellite Earth resources program, following the scrapping of millions of dollars in funding for rocket launch facilities in the country last month.

### 4. Launch of a Covert Spy Satellite
Adding to the air of mystery, the massive United Launch Alliance Delta IV heavy, has undertaken its second-last flight from Cape Canaveral, Florida. Its payload? A highly classified spy satellite.

### 5. The Science Report Round-up
- The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has officially announced that we are now in the midst of an El Niño event.
- A new record has been set for Planet Earth’s average temperature - an alarming 17.18 degrees Celsius.
- A widely used artificial sweetener is now on the brink of being labeled as a potential carcinogen.
- Lastly, we bring a skeptic's guide on how scientific progress is gradually putting an end to UFOlogy.

Stay tuned for an engaging and enlightening episode on the latest in the cosmos. Dive deep into the mysteries of the universe with Stuart Gary on SpaceTime!