Mercury
Coverage of Mercury in the Nexus archive.
- Lincoln Pool green mess reflects Minnesota’s own work restoring tainted waters
Minnesota's 2026 draft list under the Clean Water Act identifies 2,979 impaired water bodies, with efforts like the watershed approach and successful restoration of Riley Lake. Impairments stem from pollutants like phosphorus, nitrogen, mercury, and bacteria.
- Coal is not beautiful, clean or cheap!
Coal-fired power plants pose significant health risks due to soot and toxic emissions like mercury, which contribute to chronic illnesses. A 2023 study found coal pollution causes higher mortality than previously estimated, and coal power is economically less viable than renewable energy sources. The Trump administration proposed funding for coal plants despite their environmental and health impacts.
- Catch Mercury shining at its best on June 15 before it slips back into the sun's glare
Mercury will be best visible on June 15 before it disappears into the sun's glare. The event highlights an optimal viewing opportunity for the planet Mercury.
- New moon of June 2026 brings stunning views of Mercury, Venus and Jupiter
The new moon in June 2026 will offer striking views of Mercury, Venus, and Jupiter. This celestial event is highlighted as a notable astronomical occurrence.
- Mercury Will Climb To Upper 80’s By Friday
Pasadena is expected to experience a warm midweek with temperatures near 88 degrees Wednesday, peaking in the upper 80s by Friday before cooling over the weekend. The National Weather Service reported temperatures will rise 15 degrees above early June normals, with gradual cooling as onshore flow strengthens.
- I opened a business with my wife. I felt like I lived with my business partner, not my life partner.
Mojo Joyo and his wife Zainab opened Elaichi Co., a chai café in Berkeley, to recreate childhood memories of social gatherings over chai. They faced challenges balancing business and personal life, leading to 95% of their conversations being work-related. They attempted strategies like designating 'business-free zones' and family days but found it difficult to separate their roles as business partners and life partners.
- Venus, Jupiter and Mercury headline a stunning planet parade through June. Here's when to see it
Venus, Jupiter, and Mercury are featured in a planetary alignment visible through June. The event, described as a 'stunning planet parade,' offers opportunities for observation during the specified timeframe.
- Venus will disappear behind the Moon in a rare June sky event
June's night sky features a rare celestial event as the Moon passes in front of Venus, visible in parts of the Americas. Venus, Jupiter, and Mercury align in a three-planet lineup, and the month marks the start of astronomical summer with opportunities to observe the Ring Nebula and Veil Nebula.
- Where did Mercury get its water ice? Maybe from a slow asteroid impact in a single Mercurian day
New simulations suggest Mercury's water ice may have been delivered by a massive asteroid impact, similar to the one forming the Hokusai crater, which transported water across the planet in a single Mercurian day (176 Earth days) and trapped it in polar craters.
- Japanese Space Agency names arrival date for BepiColombo Mercury mission
Japan’s Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) and the European Space Agency (ESA) have confirmed the BepiColombo mission will arrive at Mercury on November 21, 2026, following a delayed schedule due to a thruster glitch. The mission, involving three spacecraft, aims to study Mercury’s interior and magnetosphere, marking humanity’s third mission to the planet.
- Mercury may have gained all of its unexpected water in a single day
Mercury has thick ice deposits at its poles despite being the closest planet to the sun. Scientists now suggest these ice deposits may have formed over a single Mercurian day.
- The moon shines with a swarm of stars on May 21 as Jupiter, Venus and Mercury line-up nearby
The moon is visible with a group of stars on May 21, accompanied by a lineup of Jupiter, Venus, and Mercury. The waxing moon shines next to Messier 44, creating a notable celestial event.
- Fintech firm Mercury hits $5.2 billion valuation after funding round, up 49% in 14 months
Mercury, a fintech firm, has reached a valuation of $5.2 billion after a funding round, representing a 49% increase in 14 months. The company has thrived despite the collapse of pandemic-era valuations. Mercury is compared to other successful fintech firms like Ramp and Stripe.
- Webb space telescope reveals a scorching “super-Earth” that looks like Mercury
The James Webb Space Telescope has revealed a scorching super-Earth called LHS 3844 b, located 48 light-years away, which is a dark, barren rock with no atmosphere and a permanent dayside hot enough to melt metal. This discovery provides scientists with a rare glimpse into the geology of distant planets. The planet's unique characteristics make it an interesting subject for further study.
- James Webb Space Telescope directly studies an exoplanet's surface for the 1st time: 'We see a dark, hot, barren rock'
The James Webb Space Telescope has directly studied an exoplanet's surface for the first time, revealing a dark, hot, barren rock. The exoplanet, LHS 3844 b, is compared to Mercury in terms of its rocky surface. This observation marks a significant milestone in the study of exoplanets.
- A Couple Million Lines of Haskell: Production Engineering at Mercury
Mercury, a financial technology company, has developed over two million lines of Haskell code for production engineering, showcasing Haskell's scalability in real-world applications. The article highlights Haskell's role in building robust and maintainable systems for Mercury's operations.
- 3 planets will put on a sky show in May — when and how to see them
Venus, Jupiter, and Mercury will create a notable sky display in May, featuring stunning moon pairings and a three-planet alignment. The event offers opportunities for skywatching and celestial observation.
- FDA conducts largest-ever baby formula safety test: Here's what the results say
The FDA has released results from the largest-ever safety test on U.S. baby formula, revealing low but widespread levels of contaminants such as pesticides and mercury. The findings were discussed by CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder.
- Trump administration proposes more flexible regulations for coal plants’ toxic waste disposal
The Trump administration is proposing more flexible regulations for coal plants' toxic waste disposal, specifically addressing coal ash containing mercury and arsenic. Improper management of coal ash ponds poses risks to groundwater and drinking water sources.
- When the moon hits your eye from your Orion ship up high, that's a 'mare' for Artemis 2
The Artemis 2 crew captured a historic image of the moon showing the full Orientale Basin, marking the first time humans have viewed the entire structure. This multi-ring impact basin serves as a key reference for studying impact craters across celestial bodies like Mercury and Pluto.