Space

A fascinating breakthrough in astronomy has occurred as astronomers have recently detected the first-ever extended disk of dust and gas surrounding a star in a different galaxy. This remarkable discovery in the Large Magellanic Cloud, located 179,000 light-years away from the Milky Way, provides crucial evidence that star formation processes may be more universal than

More than five decades have passed since the last Apollo mission, but the United States is gearing up to make history once again. On January 25, American company Astrobotic plans to land their craft, Peregrine, on the lunar surface. Set to carry NASA instruments, this unmanned lander will play a crucial role in studying the

The exploration of Mars has always been a fascinating subject for scientists and space enthusiasts worldwide. Recently, China’s Zhurong rover made remarkable discoveries on Mars, shedding light on the mysterious features hidden beneath the planet’s surface. Equipped with a ground-penetrating radar system, Zhurong conducted scans of its landing site in Utopia Planitia, revealing the presence

Galaxies have always fascinated astronomers due to their wide variety of shapes and sizes. One type of galaxy that has intrigued scientists for years is the spiral galaxy, such as our own Milky Way. However, it has been found that spiral galaxies are surprisingly rare in our galactic neighborhood, raising questions about their formation and

Space exploration has always captivated the imagination of humanity. The prospect of venturing beyond Earth, exploring distant galaxies, and unraveling the mysteries of the universe is undoubtedly enticing. However, the reality of space travel is far from glamorous. Astronauts face numerous challenges, both physically and psychologically, when they venture into outer space. One of the

Venus, so tantalizingly similar to Earth in size, composition, and density, yet incomprehensibly different in terms of habitability. Veiled in a dense, toxic shroud of acidic clouds, the surface of Venus is hostile, even to life itself. With a staggering average surface temperature of 464 degrees Celsius (867 degrees Fahrenheit) and atmospheric pressure nearly 100

Exoplanets have become a captivating subject of discussion, fueling our curiosity and expanding the boundaries of our knowledge about the universe. With the advent of the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), our exploration of these distant worlds enters a new realm of wonder and possibility. Astonishingly, we have already identified 5,539 exoplanets, with new confirmations

The moon, our closest celestial neighbor, has long fascinated scientists and researchers. However, on March 4, 2022, an extraordinary event occurred that piqued the interest of astronomers and engineers alike. An object collided with the lunar surface, leaving behind not one but two craters. This incident led a team of researchers from the University of

The vast expanse of space never ceases to amaze us with its enigmatic wonders. Among its countless mysteries, an unexpected phenomenon has emerged: the existence of stellar vampires. These astronomical creatures, known as Be stars, are characterized by their rapid rotation and the presence of Balmer emission, emitted by hydrogen atoms. However, their elusive companions

NASA scientists have been intrigued by a peculiar phenomenon they have observed among a group of planets – shrinkage. While the universe is teeming with a wide array of planets, ranging from gas giants to rocky exoplanets, there appears to be a conspicuous absence of planets that are 1.5 to 2 times the width of

In the early morning hours of Saturday, SpaceX embarked on the second test launch of its monumental Starship rocket from its Starbase in Boca Chica, Texas. This colossal spacecraft, which Elon Musk envisions as our ticket to colonize Mars, showed both progress and setbacks during this latest trial. Although the booster separated successfully from the

The enigmatic lunar swirls that adorn the surface of the Moon have long puzzled scientists. However, recent findings suggest a potential link between these swirling patterns and changes in lunar topography. This revelation brings researchers closer to unraveling the origins of these captivating features that have defied explanation. Planetary scientist John Weirich of the Planetary

Scientists in the US have recently confirmed the existence of an exoplanet called LTT 1445 Ac, located just 22 light-years away from our Solar System. This remarkable discovery marks the closest known Earth-sized world to us. While the exoplanet itself might be too hot to sustain life, its similarity to our own planet makes it

The study of energetic cosmic-ray electrons has provided scientists with vital information about the origins of these mysterious particles. The CALorimetric Electron Telescope (CALET), situated on the International Space Station, has collected a substantial dataset since 2015, consisting of over 7 million particles. This dataset has led researchers to identify at least one potential nearby