Why is Venus so hot? The planet’s thick CO2-filled atmosphere is great at trapping heat. This creates a runaway greenhouse effect that makes Venus roughly 700°F (389°C) hotter than it would be otherwise. NASA JPL's Dr. Amy Hofmann gives us the details: go.nasa.gov/42FxR4v

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Peter's Surface Tension submission. He said this has been the most difficult so far, and tried many methods. CrunchLabs #campcrunchlabscontest

Art with engineering submission for Peter (aka "Parts Scavenger;" hide your old dishwasher motors and broken electronics), all on his own. CrunchLabs #campcrunchlabscontest

Peter's submission for the laser field video; look for his DIY search light! CrunchLabs #campcrunchlabscontest

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Introducing our new streaming platform, NASA+, launching soon. See more rockets, more science, and more space. No subscription needed. Available on most major platforms. Download the app now to be among the first to see it: nasa.gov/nasaapp

We’re not *always* weightless on the International Space Station.

Looking to become a NASA intern but don’t know where to begin?✍ We’ve put together this handy breakdown of the different types of internships we offer to help you get started: go.nasa.gov/455Pv3k Don’t forget to submit your application by August 31.

Keep your eyes on the sky throughout August. You'll see Saturn at dusk and dawn, the Perseid meteors return, and you may even catch a "super blue moon," so-called when there are two full moons in a month. Get details in our monthly episode of What’s Up: go.nasa.gov/3Kp7slo

LIVE: Watch @NorthropGrumman’s #CRS19 cargo spacecraft launch to the International Space Station. Liftoff is set for 8:31pm ET (0031 Aug. 2). On board are experiments in fire protection and gene therapy, plus artwork from students around the world. x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Liftoff! @NorthropGrumman’s Antares rocket lights up the night sky over @NASA_Wallops. The #CRS19 S.S. Laurel Clark, named after the late astronaut, will deliver science, supplies, and snacks to the International Space Station.

Science with a side of pizza: The #CRS19 capsule, loaded with ISS_Research and crew supplies, is now in orbit and en route to the International Space Station. Arrival is set for Aug. 4. Watch live:

After a successful launch from @NASA_Wallops, the #CRS19 capsule is heading to the International Space Station, loaded with science and snacks. Live coverage of the capsule's rendezvous will begin Aug. 4 at 4:30am ET (0830 UTC): go.nasa.gov/3Quxes2

The #Perseid meteor shower peaks this weekend! Here are some tips for watching this celestial show 🌟 (Pro tip: The best time for viewing is between midnight and dawn.)

This week at NASA: The NASA Artemis II astronauts visit the spacecraft that will take them around the Moon, teams practice recovery for the #Artemis II splashdown, and NASA Webb Telescope takes another look at the most distant star ever detected. Subscribe: nasa.gov/subscribe

🌠 The Perseid meteor shower peaks TONIGHT! Viewing tips: go.nasa.gov/whatsup - Lie down in a safe, dark spot - Point your feet to the northeast - Look straight up If you spot shooting stars, let us know in the comments.

The JHHS Class of 2024 needs your help! They want to create an exhibit that honors both Handley and Douglas WWII veterans with a Douglas board of names, slideshow, and display of memorabilia of WWII veterans of both schools. ⭐ Submit info here: rb.gy/y7mdne

The Gusa Lisa Heist: Peter and siblings' entry for week 1 of #CampCrunchLabsContest

Peter's entry for prank week of #CampCrunchLabsContest