Claims the expansion of the universe could be different in different directions

*Claims the expansion of the universe could be different in different directionsOne of the fundamental pillars of cosmology is the understanding that the universe is 'isotropic – in other words everything looks the same in all directions -- if you look over large enough distances. But now new observations are questioning that.https://spacetimewithstuartgary.tumblr.com/post/614838311356448768 https://spacetimewithstuartgary.tumblr.com/post/614838004019871744 *The importance of a planetary magnetic field for lifeAstronomers searching for planets capable of supporting life –look for terrestrial worlds orbiting in the habitable zones of their host stars. *Strange gravity on asteroid BennuAstronomers studying data from the OSIRIS-Rex spacecraft orbiting the asteroid Bennu have discovered strange gravity effects on the 484 metre wide space rock.http://spacetimewithstuartgary.tumblr.com/post/183626912243 *The Science ReportMore confusion about whether you should wear face masks in public to fight COVID-19.The CDC says wear the masks.But South Korean studies say they don’t help.Scientists have mapped the genome of the German shepherd.A new study has found that male drivers pose a higher risk to other people. For enhanced Show Notes including photos to accompany this episode, visit: http://www.bitesz.com/spacetimeshownotes For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-with-stuart-gary--2458531/support.