Stellar Alchemy and Earth's Shield: Unveiling Tellurium and Hera's Odyssey | S26E132

<b>The Space News Podcast.</b> <b>SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 132</b> <b>*Rare heavy element discovered in stellar collision</b> Astronomers have discovered the rare heavy element tellurium being produced in the kilonova collision of a pair of neutron stars. <b>*Planetary defence mission update</b> The European Space Agency’s Hera spacecraft has arrived at ESA’s ESTEC test centre in the Netherlands as it continues preparations for next October’s launch on its planetary defence mission to the asteroid Didymos and its small moon Dimorphos. <b>*Moscow threatens star wars</b> As Moscow continues its war against Ukraine, the Kremlin is also continuing to ratchet up its threats against the west. <b>*The Science Report</b> Tai Chi could slow the progression of Parkinson's disease. Lead exposure is likely to blame for 5.5 million adult deaths from heart disease, and the loss of 765 million IQ points in kids under five globally every year. Just 20-25 minutes of exercise a day may be enough to offset the heightened risk of death. <b>Skeptics guide to </b>why there are no new ghosts And our regular guest: Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: <a href="https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen</a> and access show links via <a href="https://linktr.ee/biteszHQ" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://linktr.ee/biteszHQ</a> Additionally, listeners can support the podcast and gain access to bonus content by becoming a SpaceTime crew member through <a href="http://www.bitesz.supercast.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.bitesz.supercast.com</a> or through premium versions on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Details on our website at <a href="https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com</a> For more SpaceTime and show links: <a href="https://linktr.ee/biteszHQ" target="_blank" r