Space

Fast radio bursts (FRBs) have long captivated the attention of astronomers, thanks to their enigmatic nature and extraordinary intensity. Recently, the origin of the most potent and farthest-traveling FRB ever detected has been traced back to a densely packed cluster of seven galaxies. This breakthrough discovery sheds light on the diverse environments capable of generating
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New research presented at the American Astronomical Society’s 243rd Meeting suggests that planet formation around young stars may begin much earlier than previously believed. This groundbreaking study conducted using the Atacama Large Millimetre/submillimetre Array (ALMA) challenges our current understanding of planetary formation. The study focuses on the images captured by ALMA, revealing the presence of
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In a major blow to America’s lunar ambitions, a highly anticipated commercial mission to the Moon is set to end in failure due to a critical loss of fuel. The organizers of the mission made the distressing announcement on Tuesday, dashing hopes of placing the first American spacecraft on the lunar surface since the Apollo
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The United States is making strides towards returning to the Moon! A momentous event took place on January 8, 2024, with the successful launch of United Launch Alliance’s Vulcan rocket. Onboard this rocket was a lunar lander named Peregrine, developed by commercial company Astrobotic. Notably, Peregrine carries five science payloads from NASA, marking the first
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Constellations have always required a bit of imagination to decipher. While some, like Leo or Orion, bear a resemblance to their namesakes, others, such as Pegasus or Telescopium, demand a powerful level of imagination to see their intended shapes. Even squinting or tilting our heads doesn’t always make them visible. This same challenge presented itself
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The distribution of dark matter in the Universe has long intrigued scientists, but recent observations have raised more questions than answers. These observations reveal that dark matter, an elusive substance that exerts a gravitational influence on the Universe, is distributed differently now compared to its early stages after the Big Bang. It appears to be
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Jupiter’s moon, Io, has long captivated scientists and space enthusiasts with its volatile and tumultuous nature. Surpassing all other celestial bodies in the Solar System, Io is dubbed the most volcanic object to date. In a recent development, the Juno probe conducted its closest flyby of Io, capturing stunning images that have offered unprecedented insights
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The early Universe was a turbulent and dynamic era. In the aftermath of the Big Bang, star formation surged while galaxies emerged from the darkness, colliding and growing. However, interpreting the light that has traveled across vast distances and time poses a challenge, leading to occasional misinterpretations. Such is the case with the intriguing object
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Arctic observers were recently treated to a mesmerizing phenomenon as rare rainbow-colored clouds adorned the skies ahead of the holiday season. For three consecutive days between December 18 and December 20, an extraordinary cold wave swept through the Arctic, bringing with it the captivating presence of polar stratospheric clouds. These ethereal clouds, also known as
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