Will Earth lose gravity in 2026? Viral ‘Project Anchor’ claim sparks panic, NASA responds
Jan 24, 2026 - 05:00
NASA has dismissed viral claims that Earth will briefly “lose gravity” in August 2026, calling the theory scientifically impossible. The agency says gravity is determined by Earth’s mass and cannot switch off, and that the upcoming solar eclipse will have no effect on it. Scientists say the rumour reflects basic misunderstandings of physics.