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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
This is the first photo from the spacecraft NASA will ram into an asteroid
NASA has shared the first photos taken by the DART’s built-in camera system. Launched in November, the Double Asteroid Redirection Test — or DART for …
Scientists discovered a massive new world and they have no idea how it formed
The European Southern Observatory’s Very Large Telescope—yes, that’s actually the name—has discovered a brand-new world. The planet in question is located 325 light-years away from …
Don’t miss this stunning photo of a black hole erupting
Astronomers have captured a stunning photograph of a supermassive black hole erupting over 12 million light-years from the Earth. The photo is of the radio …
Here’s how to watch NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope launch
It’s almost time for the James Webb Space Telescope to launch, and you aren’t going to want to miss it. The successor to NASA and …
Audio of Jupiter’s icy moon Ganymede is absolutely chilling
Have you ever wondered what a moon sounds like? Apparently, NASA has. Over the weekend, NASA shared a 50-second audio recording taken of Ganymede, Jupiter’s …
The longest full moon of 2021 happens tomorrow – here’s how to watch
Prepare for werewolves to come out in packs tomorrow, as we’re about to get the longest full moon of the year. Known as December’s cold …
NASA has found evidence of life’s building blocks on Mars
Perseverance, NASA’s Mars rover, has found evidence of organic chemicals, life’s building blocks, on the planet. The team behind the rover announced the discovery on …
A NASA spacecraft just touched the Sun for the first time ever
NASA has finally taken another step in its goal to touch the sun. Earlier this year, the Parker Solar Probe dipped beneath the Sun’s corona. …
Mysterious cosmic explosion called ‘The Cow’ might’ve finally been explained
Back in 2018, a massive cosmic explosion made its way to earth as a bright flash of blue. The flash was quickly nicknamed AT2018cow, or …
Our galaxy’s supermassive black hole has sprung a leak
The supermassive black hole at the center of our galaxy may not be sleeping, after all. Previously, scientists believed that the supermassive black hole at …
Don’t miss one of the last meteor showers of the year
2021 is almost over and that means a new year of epic discoveries and celestial events. Before we go, though, there’s at least one last …
Scientists came up with a crazy plan to make Mars habitable
There’s a new plan could make life on Mars more of a possibility. The plan is built around the idea of giving Mars an artificial …
A terrifying new planet with oceans of lava was just discovered
A new planet discovered by scientists has oceans of lava covering its surface. The hellish planet is called GJ 367b, and it’s roughly 30 light-years …
Comet Leonard is buzzing past Earth and you have one chance to see it
A once-in-a-lifetime comet sighting is happening throughout December, and you don’t want to miss it. Everyone is talking about Comet Leonard because it’s so unique, …
150,000 images combined to make this mind-blowing 300-megapixel photo of the Sun
Astrophotographer Andrew McCarthy has released a new series of sun photos that perfectly capture the intensity of our star. The photo, which McCarthy shared on …
