The Mavericks Sent Dirk Nowitzki Into Space

Dirk floated up into space on a balloon! Hey, Space Dirk.

Kevin Lincoln 4 months ago 15 responses

A Convincing Argument To Ditch The Word "Planet"

Pluto is not the first celestial body to get recategorized. CGP Grey show us how the definition of “planet” has always been pretty sketchy.

Donna Dickens 11 months ago 5 responses

Remembering Pluto

Five years ago today, the International Astronomical Union bullied Pluto into dwarf planet status. Revolve in peace, my friend. You are not forgotten.

Donna Dickens a year ago 37 responses

The Littlest Astrophysicist

This 2-year-old is really stoked on space. I wonder what it’s like living in a world where Pluto has always been a dwarf planet. Watch Video ›

Amanda Dobbins 2 years ago 78 responses

Triceratops Protest Posters!

As you no doubt know, they are trying to take away our beloved Triceratops. THIS CAN NOT STAND. Add your own words or images of support for our dear old tri-horned friend in the comments. Let’s make this page a show of solidarity for the majestic Triceratops! Here’s mine. View Image ›

Jack Shepherd 2 years ago 39 responses

Pluto Hate Mail

The Natural History Museum pissed off a lot of kids during the early days of the whole “Pluto is not a planet” debacle in 2000. Here is a selection of the virulent hate mail they received in response to this injustice. (Kottke, via @thoughtbrain.) View List ›

Jack Shepherd 3 years ago 195 responses