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How realistic were the flying scenes in the new 'Top Gun' movie?

A retired Top Gun aviator spoke with AccuWeather and dished on what was realistic in the blockbuster film -- and how important the weather is during real-life fighter jet missions.

Webb space telescope glimpses most distant star known to exist

Named after a "Lord of the Rings" character, the star is 12.9 billion light-years away from Earth and was first discovered using the Hubble's gravitational lensing ability.

Why a zero-gravity chair is what you should add to your yard this year

Backyard loungers are a great idea, but not always on-point when it comes to comfort. These chairs, however, are game-changers.