This week in science

Super Flower Blood Moon and more: Understand the world through 8 images

by Robin Bea
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - MAY 26: The full moon, known as a âsuper flower blood moonâ, is seen during its ...
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The week of May 20–26 saw a volcanic eruption in the DRC, the first total lunar eclipse in two years, and an ancient discovery in deep space.

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Here are the biggest science stories of the week, told in 8 incredible images.

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