Astronomy

Astronomers have discovered the slowest spinning neutron star ever recorded, designated ASKAP J1935+2148, located 16,000 light-years from Earth. Unlike typical neutron stars that can spin up to 700 times per...

Recent studies have provided compelling evidence that dark matter, the mysterious substance that makes up most of the universe's mass, might interact with itself. This new hypothesis challenges the current...

Boeing's new space capsule, the Starliner, successfully arrived at the International Space Station (ISS) after overcoming several technical challenges. The capsule, carrying NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, docked...

Astronomers around the world are eagerly awaiting a spectacular cosmic event set to occur in the constellation Corona Borealis. This rare event involves the binary star system known as T...

The European Space Agency (ESA) has released a breathtaking video showcasing a flyover of the Nili Fossae region on Mars. This remarkable footage, created using data from ESA’s Mars Express...

NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has been making significant strides in the exploration of potentially habitable exoplanets. Recent observations have focused on a handful of small, rocky planets located within...

New research led by Lia Siegelman, a physical oceanographer at UC San Diego's Scripps Institution of Oceanography, reveals that the immense cyclones at Jupiter's polar regions are driven by atmospheric...

After a successful launch on Wednesday, Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft has encountered new issues in the form of additional helium leaks while en route to the International Space Station (ISS). The...

A Rocket Lab Electron rocket successfully launched the second of NASA's PREFIRE (Polar Radiant Energy in the Far-InfraRed Experiment) cubesats, marking a significant step in understanding Earth's polar climate dynamics....

SpaceX has received approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to proceed with the fourth test flight of its Starship rocket. This test flight, scheduled for Thursday, marks a significant...

Boeing’s Starliner mission is poised to make its third attempt at launching its first crewed flight test on Wednesday, marking a pivotal milestone in a journey that has spanned over...

On June 3, 2024, the sun treated scientists and space enthusiasts to a spectacular event: an M-class solar flare that produced a massive plasma plume. Captured in stunning detail by...

China's Chang'e-6 lunar probe has launched from the far side of the moon, marking a pivotal achievement in space exploration and underscoring China's ambitions as a dominant force in this...

Sierra Space’s Dream Chaser Tenacity has arrived at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center, marking a significant milestone in NASA’s initiative to enhance commercial resupply missions to the International Space Station (ISS)....

The Hubble Space Telescope has captured a breathtaking image of the barred spiral galaxy NGC 3059, located approximately 57 million light-years from Earth in the constellation Carina. This image not...

SpaceX has announced a delay in the fourth flight test of its Starship spacecraft. This highly anticipated event is crucial for the future of space exploration and has garnered significant...

June is a captivating month for stargazing enthusiasts, offering a range of celestial spectacles that are sure to delight observers. With the nights being the shortest in the northern hemisphere,...

China has successfully landed the Chang'e 6 mission on the moon's far side, specifically within the Apollo Crater in the South Pole-Aitken Basin. This milestone, achieved at 6:23 a.m. Beijing...

The devil comet, an unusual comet with a horned appearance, is set to make its closest approach to Earth on Sunday, June 2. Known scientifically as Comet 12P/Pons-Brooks, this celestial...

Hoosiers and skywatchers worldwide are gearing up for a much-anticipated celestial event on June 3, 2024: a planetary alignment involving six planets. However, NASA has tempered expectations about what will...

SpaceX successfully launched another batch of Starlink satellites on May 31, 2024, from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. This mission, designated Starlink 6-64, saw a Falcon 9 rocket deliver 23...

Boeing’s much-anticipated Starliner spacecraft is set to launch today, marking a significant milestone in the company's efforts to establish itself as a key player in space travel. This mission, part...

NASA, in collaboration with the European Space Agency (ESA), is embarking on a groundbreaking mission to establish a standardized time system for the moon. This initiative is critical for the...

In an extraordinary scientific breakthrough, astronomers have discovered magnetic stars beyond the Milky Way for the first time. These stars, located in the Magellanic Clouds, have provided new insights into...

The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) has confirmed the loss of communication with its Akatsuki spacecraft, the only active mission currently studying Venus. This development puts the future of Venus...

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has made a groundbreaking discovery, revealing the two earliest and most distant galaxies ever observed. This significant find pushes the boundaries of our understanding...

Astronomers and sky watchers are eagerly anticipating a spectacular celestial event set to occur later this year. The star system T Coronae Borealis is expected to undergo a nova, a...

A recent discovery by NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter has scientists intrigued: a mysterious hole on the surface of Mars. This hole, situated in the Arsia Mons region, has raised questions...

In a significant milestone, Chinese astronauts Ye Guangfu and Li Guangsu performed a record-breaking spacewalk outside the Tiangong space station. This extravehicular activity (EVA) lasted an impressive 8.5 hours, marking...

China is poised to make history with the Chang’e-6 mission, set to land on the Moon's far side and return with lunar samples. This mission, scheduled for early June, targets...

In a groundbreaking development, Japanese researchers have successfully created the world's first wooden satellite, aptly named LignoSat. This innovative satellite marks a significant leap in combining traditional materials with modern...

The European Space Agency (ESA), in collaboration with the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), has successfully launched the Earth Cloud Aerosol and Radiation Explorer (EarthCARE) mission. This mission, a significant...

The universe is full of mysteries, and one of the most intriguing is the existence of rogue planets. Unlike the planets in our solar system, these celestial bodies do not...

The mysterious radiation predicted by Stephen Hawking, known as Hawking radiation, may soon be observable thanks to advancements in telescope technology. This radiation, emitted by black holes, has eluded detection...

For decades, Venus, often referred to as Earth’s twin, has captivated scientists with its extreme environment and volcanic terrain. The planet’s surface is characterized by numerous volcanoes, lava fields, and...

A collaborative research team from China and Ukraine has developed an innovative technology aimed at mitigating the risks posed by near-Earth asteroids (NEAs). This groundbreaking method, known as the rotating-drift-scan...

SpaceX is set to launch a Falcon 9 rocket carrying 23 Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on Memorial Day, Monday, May 27, 2024. The launch is scheduled...

NASA’s Office of Technology, Policy, and Strategy (OTPS) has released a comprehensive new report outlining innovative and cost-effective methods for managing orbital debris. This report emphasizes direct risk and cost...

A Chinese spaceplane has recently released an unknown object into orbit. This mission, which began on December 14, 2023, has attracted significant international attention due to the secretive nature of...

New research suggests that Mars' moon Phobos may not be what we previously thought. Historically believed to be a captured asteroid, recent studies propose that Phobos could be a trapped...

May 2024 witnessed an extraordinary display of auroras, some of the most intense and vivid seen in centuries. The spectacular light shows, visible far beyond the usual Arctic and Antarctic...

Rocket Lab successfully launched a NASA cubesat early on May 25, 2024, as part of the Polar Radiant Energy in the Far-InfraRed Experiment (PREFIRE). This mission aims to study how...

Recent astronomical observations have uncovered a mysterious phenomenon: stars disappearing from the night sky. Over the past 70 years, about 800 stars have vanished without the typical explosive end of...

NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has provided a groundbreaking look at galaxies in the early universe, revealing how they feed on cold gas. This discovery sheds light on the formation...

On May 23, 2024, SpaceX successfully launched 23 Starlink satellites from NASA's Kennedy Space Center, marking the company's third Falcon 9 launch in less than 48 hours. This mission, Starlink...

Astronomers have identified a potentially habitable exoplanet, Gliese 12b, located in the habitable zone of its parent star, Gliese 12. This discovery raises exciting possibilities about the existence of life...

NASA, Boeing, and United Launch Alliance (ULA) have announced June 1, 2024, as the new target date for the Crew Flight Test (CFT) of Boeing's Starliner spacecraft. This mission, crucial...

NASA's Psyche mission has achieved a significant milestone with the activation of its Hall thrusters, propelling the spacecraft on its journey towards the asteroid belt. This mission marks a pivotal...

NASA's Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS) has made a remarkable discovery: a rare mini-Neptune exoplanet located within a double star system. This planet, designated TOI 4633 c, is noteworthy not...