Jackie Wattles
Jackie Wattles is a science journalist at CNN, recognized for her insightful coverage of scientific advancements and cosmic discoveries. She plays a key role in the Wonder Theory newsletter, where she shares intriguing stories that unravel the mysteries of the universe and our planet.
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CNN's Jackie Wattles reports that the agency is opting to add an additional crewed test flight before attempting to land.
Is now a good time to buy a home?
United States· 2026-02-28
Jackie Wattles is one of the CNN Space and Science writers who explore discoveries from the ancient world.
Zombie fungus erupts from ancient fly trapped in amberUnited States· 2025-06-29
Jackie Wattles highlights the crucial role SpaceX plays in civil and military space endeavors.
Why Trump can’t just quit MuskUnited States· 2025-06-06
Jackie Wattles is one of the CNN Space and Science writers mentioned in the article.
Gold is escaping from Earth’s core, revealing its ‘leaks,’ scientists sayUnited States· 2025-06-01
Jackie Wattles is one of the CNN Space and Science writers.
Gold stash uncovered by hikers poses a historical riddleUnited States· 2025-05-25
Jackie Wattles is one of the CNN Space and Science writers who find wonder in discoveries from the ancient world.
Hidden details emerge from a medieval manuscript masquerading as a book coverUnited States· 2025-05-11
Jackie Wattles is one of the CNN Space and Science writers who find wonder in planets beyond our solar system and discoveries from the ancient world.
Fossil found in Taiwan Strait sheds light on a mysterious human speciesUnited States· 2025-04-12
Jackie Wattles is a CNN Space and Science writer who finds wonder in discoveries from the ancient world.
Ancient DNA pulls back curtain on the Sahara Desert’s greener pastUnited States· 2025-04-05
Jackie Wattles is a CNN Space and Science writer involved in the Wonder Theory newsletter.
See the surprising technofossils humanity may leave behindUnited States· 2025-03-29
Jackie Wattles is one of the CNN Space and Science writers who find wonder in planets beyond our solar system.
Two private companies had touchdowns on the lunar surface this weekUnited States· 2025-03-08
Jackie Wattles is a CNN Space and Science writer who covers discoveries from the ancient world.
What does the world’s oldest rune stone say? New clues emergeUnited States· 2025-02-23
Jackie Wattles is one of the CNN Space and Science writers who find wonder in discoveries from the ancient world.
Earth’s magnetic field triggers a superpower in sea turtles that makes them ‘dance’United States· 2025-02-15
