Space

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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The exploration of space has ignited a new “space race” between the United States and China, with Lagrange points emerging as a critical battleground. Named after the renowned astronomer Joseph-Louis Lagrange, these points in interplanetary space represent locations where the gravitational pull of two celestial bodies achieves equilibrium with the centripetal force required for a
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Our planet, Earth, is undoubtedly extraordinary, with its numerous astonishing characteristics. However, it is important to remember that our neighboring planet, Mars, also possesses certain noteworthy features. One such remarkable occurrence is the eclipses that take place on Mars, where its moons cast shadows on its surface. Although similar to Earth, these Martian eclipses are
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Planetary scientists have recently proposed the existence of a peculiar type of exoplanet known as “Eyeball Planets.” These fascinating celestial bodies bear a striking resemblance to giant eyeballs, seemingly gazing off into the vastness of space. At first glance, this concept may appear outlandish, but it is rooted in a scientific phenomenon called tidal locking.
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China’s latest test mission of its reusable spacecraft, Shenlong, has raised many questions and sparked speculation among space enthusiasts. Launched on December 14 from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, the orbital plane has left amateur skywatchers intrigued by the presence of six small objects, unofficially referred to as ‘wingmen.’ These objects, observed during previous test
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