The atmosphere of this uninhabitable exoplanet is eerily similar to Earth
New data found by researching one of the most extreme exoplanets we know of could help us understand the complex atmospheric layers of others, including …
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New Hubble photo captures a rare galactic phenomenon
The Hubble Space Telescope has returned yet another delightful look at space. The latest subject is a group of three galaxies, which astronomers refer to …
Scientists successfully regrew limbs on frogs using a breakthrough procedure
A new study has shown promising results in the quest to make limb regrowth a reality. According to the study’s authors, they were able to …
A futuristic robot just performed surgery on a pig without any human assistance
Robots could soon perform surgeries all on their own. According to a new report, researchers with John Hopkins University created a surgery robot capable of …
You need to see this stunning video of a rare blanket octopus
A marine biologist managed to capture a blanket octopus on video earlier this year. Jacinta Shackleton was snorkeling near Lady Elliot Island off the coast …
Major scientific breakthrough brings unlimited fusion energy closer to reality
The quest to create a fusion reactor capable of near-limitless energy has made a bounding leap forward. According to a new study, scientists working at …
NASA may have discovered evidence of ancient life on Mars
NASA’s Curiosity Rover continues to send back new information about the Red Planet on a frequent basis. The latest discovery brings news of an interesting …
Insane video shows a real-life beam of light from the sky that looks like a sci-fi movie
Residents and visitors to the Zigana Pass in Turkey’s Pontic Mountains were treated to quite a treat earlier this month. According to a video shared …
This remarkable tech can actually improve the eyesight of the visually impaired
A gene-editing treatment known as CRISPR appears to have positive results for people suffering from a rare visual disorder. According to new reports, researchers injected …
New scientific paper claims octopuses are actually aliens from outer space
Octopuses are from space. I know, that sounds like the opening line of a cheesy science fiction movie from the black and white days of …
The James Webb telescope has reached its final destination
The James Webb telescope has reached its destination more than a million miles away from the Earth. The newest space telescope to join the Hubble …
One of our most incredible discoveries on Mars might just be a mirage
Way back in 2018, scientists discovered the Martian south pole. It was an incredible find. At the time, it garnered a lot of hope that …
A decades-long mystery surrounding black holes was finally solved
Scientists have been trying to explain the different mysteries of black holes for decades. One such mystery that astronomers have been scratching their heads over …
This gas crater has been on fire for 50 years – now there’s a plan to extinguish it
The government in Turkmenistan has announced that it plans to close the Gates of Hell. The burning gas crater has been on fire for the …
The Hubble telescope just spotted a black hole giving birth to new stars
Astronomers have finally captured a look at a black hole birthing new stars in the Henize 2-10 galaxy. The supermassive black hole in question is …
Stunning photo shows a massive plasma tree shooting out of the Sun
An astrophotographer recently managed to capture a shot of a “plasma tree” on the surface of the Sun. The tree itself was clocked in at …
Polar bears took over an abandoned island and moved into empty houses
Dmitry Kokh, a Russian underwater and wildlife photographer, has shared once-in-a-lifetime photos of polar bears that took over an island. The island in question is …
Scientists think they figured out when the Sun will explode and kill us all
Our Sun isn’t quite as old as other stars out there. However, scientists are already trying to pinpoint exactly when the Sun will die. Of …
FDA approves groundbreaking insomnia drug that improves sleep with less grogginess
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new insomnia drug called Quviviq. The manufacturer of the drug claims that it can help people …
This is the most detailed 3D map of the universe ever made, and it’s mesmerizing
The Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (or DESI for short) has created the largest 3D map of the universe we’ve ever seen. DESI created the map …
Scientists may have discovered what causes a mysterious space phenomenon
For years, scientists have been trying to discover the cause of space anemia. We previously believed it was caused by gravity not pushing blood to …
Something bizarre is raining down on Uranus
Scientists believe that Neptune and Uranus could both be home to a constant stream of “diamond rain”. The two planets are considered “ice giants”. They’re …
China switched on its nuclear fusion device that’s 5 times hotter than the Sun
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, BGR may receive an affiliate commission. Last week, China switched …
Scientists watched a dying star explode for the first time ever
Dying stars can be quite a sight. In fact, they’re often considered some of the most dramatic and violent events to take place throughout space. …
A giant asteroid that’s 3,500 feet wide is hurtling toward Earth right now
A giant asteroid over 3,500 feet wide is flying through space towards the Earth. Don’t worry, though, it isn’t going to hit us, but it …
Scientists just discovered a massive sea predator from the Triassic period
According to a new study, scientists believe the largest animals to ever live, lived in the sea. In fact, a new discovery has led them …
Mind-boggling new metamaterial makes decisions on its own
It looks like the world is getting even more meta than it already is. According to a new study, researchers have managed to create a …
This video is the last time you’ll ever see the James Webb Space Telescope
The James Webb Space Telescope mission officially started on December 25. Now, though, the telescope is finally saying goodbye to the Ariane 5 rocket that …
Cosmic monster star erupted with the force of 1 billion Suns
Researchers captured the eruption of a neutron star in 2021 and determined that it produced the same amount of energy our Sun would generate over …
Scientists taught goldfish how to drive a tank on land
A new study from researchers has proven that goldfish are capable of learning how to navigate on land. No, they haven’t suddenly grown legs and …
