One of Life’s Building Blocks Produced Faster than Thought

*One of life’s building blocks produced faster than thought<br />A new study has found that stars produce carbon – one of the key building blocks of life as we know it -- 34 per cent faster than previously thought.<br />*OSIRIS Rex about to touch down on asteroid Bennu<br />The final countdown is now underway in preparation for NASA’s OSIRIS-Rex spacecraft to touch down onto the surface of the asteroid Bennu to collect samples for eventual return to Earth.<br />*North Korea’s monstrous new missile<br />The world got a wake-up call this week when North Korea unveiled its monstrous new intercontinental ballistic missile during a military parade in Pyongyang celebrating the dictatorships 75th anniversary.<br />*The Science Report<br />New studies show COVID-19 can survive for up to 28 days on some common surfaces.<br />Claims moderate exercise is just as effective as high-intensity exercise in keeping older people healthy.<br />Scientists focus on decimated fish populations in the Murray Darling river system.<br />A new species of mosasaur discovered in northern Morocco.<br />Skeptics guide to preparing yourself for Halloween and the spirit world.<br /><br /><br />Sponsor Details:<br />This episode of SpaceTime is brought to with the support of LastPass password manager….it’s one we use and is a lifesaver. Check it out for free at spacetimewithstuartgary.com/lastpass and help support the show.<br /> <br />NameCheap.com….your online presence begins with a great domain name. Find your perfect one with NameCheaps powerful tools. Visit spacetimewithstuartgary.com/namecheap for more details and help support the show.<br /> <br />For a great VPN deal visit <a href="http://www.tryexpressvpn.com/space" rel="noopener">www.tryexpressvpn.com/space</a><br /> <br />For more SpaceTime visit  <a href="https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com" rel="noopener">https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com</a> (mobile friendly). <br />For enhanced Show Notes including photos to accompany this episode, visit: <a href="http://www.bitesz.com/spacetimes