Mars Quadcopter Capable of Autonomous Flight Could Collect Rocks for China’s Sample Return Mission, Experts Suggest

SPACE 12.07.2023 07:01 AM

Scientists propose the use of a tiny quadcopter for China’s sample return mission on Mars. Learn more about it in this article.

Earth's Future: Will Humans Cease Before the Planet?

12.07.2023 04:26 AM

Explore Earth's timeline to its demise, entangled with cosmic events like the Sun's evolution and imminent threats from climate change and human-induced dangers.

JWST Explores 'The Brick' in the Milky Way, Unveiling Frozen Carbon Monoxide and Posing Challenges to Star Formation Theories

12.07.2023 02:59 AM

James Webb Space Telescope delves into Milky Way's core, unveiling mysteries of 'The Brick,' a massive molecular gas cloud long puzzling astronomers. Continue reading to learn more.

Rare Occultation of Betelgeuse by an Asteroid Offers a Glimpse into the Enigmatic Red Supergiant Star's Secrets

12.07.2023 02:22 AM

Betelgeuse, a bright red supergiant and one of the brightest stars in the sky, will vanish for 12 seconds in unique occultation by asteroid 319 Leona on December 12. Discover how to witness this rare celestial spectacle in this article.

Stratolaunch Successfully Completes Captive Carry Flight With Hypersonic Vehicle TA-1

12.07.2023 02:20 AM

Stratolaunch completed a captive carry flight with Talon-A hypersonic vehicle, but there's still no launch date for TA-1 after the expected summer launch was reportedly delayed. Continue reading to learn more.

Giant Coma Stream Reveals First Intergalactic Star Trail, Unveiling Cosmic Mysteries

12.06.2023 23:24 PM

Astronomers, in a dark matter quest, accidentally find the longest-ever intergalactic stellar stream 10 times the Milky Way's length. Read the article to learn more details.

Star Wars-like Weapons? Scientists Discover Crucial Keys For Creating High-Powered Infrared Laser Weapons

12.06.2023 23:14 PM

While laser-powered weapons have already been developed by militaries, they can only target small airborne targets. Scientists have discovered a way to potentially overcome these limits. Read to learn more.

Christmas Gifts to the Moon: NASA, Global Scientists To Send Scientific Instruments, Stocking Stuffers, Other Goodies on Dec. 24

12.06.2023 20:33 PM

NASA payloads along with other items from different countries will be sent to the Moon during the debut launch of the Peregrine Lunar Lander on December 24. Read to learn more.

ALMA Spots Circumstellar Disk Around Young Star in Large Magellanic Cloud, First Planet-Forming Structure Detected Outside Milky Way

12.06.2023 04:33 AM

An international team of astronomers has reported the first detection of a rotating disk structure around an extragalactic star. Learn more about it in this article.

Giant Hole in Sun Wider Than 60 Earths, 5 Times Jupiter’s Diameter Spewing Powerful Solar Wind

12.06.2023 02:00 AM

A giant coronal hole is spewing powerful solar winds that blast through the solar system. Continue reading to learn more.

Saturn's Moon Enceladus a Primary Target for NASA's Quest for Life Beyond Earth

12.06.2023 00:50 AM

Enceladus' icy plumes on Saturn's moon may harbor life's building blocks, sparking interest in detecting signs of life in space. Continue reading to learn more.

Three Mysterious Baby Stars Situated at Milky Way's Heart Found To Be Unusually Young

12.06.2023 00:44 AM

The three baby stars at the heart of the Milky Way galaxy were found to be unusually young and to have odd chemical compositions. Read to learn more.

Can a Passing Star Save Earth? Scientists Assess Odds Amid the Sun's Fiery Fate

12.05.2023 22:04 PM

Scientists explore Earth's slim chance of rescue by a passing star and predict the Solar System's evolution over 4.5 billion years. Read the article for more details.

Halley's Comet This Week: Famous Possible 'Star of Bethlehem' Snowball To Reach Farthest Point From Sun

12.05.2023 21:38 PM

Halley's comet, which is arguably the most famous comet, will start its journey back when it reaches its farthest point from the Sun. Read to learn more.

James Webb Space Telescope Discovers Cosmic Monster: Dusty Star-Forming Galaxy Challenges Early Universe Assumptions

12.05.2023 02:29 AM

James Webb Telescope finds 'monster' galaxy with eerie face, challenging assumptions about star nurseries' frequency, indicating more common occurrences. Continue reading to learn more.