‘God of Chaos’ Asteroid, As Large As the Empire State Building, Will Have 'Astroquakes' During Near-Earth Flyby in 2029

Medicine & Technology Nov 09, 2024

Asteroid Apophis, known as the 'God of Chaos,' could experience violent 'astroquakes' when it passes just 19,000 miles from Earth in 2029. Discover how Earth's gravity might shake and alter this city-killer space rock.

James Webb Space Telescope Could Help Confirm Life-Supporting Atmospheres on Exoplanets

Nov 08, 2024

NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope could help confirm life-supporting atmospheres on exoplanets like those in the TRAPPIST-1 system.

NASA’s Parker Solar Probe Nears Venus for Historic Close Pass to the Sun

Nov 07, 2024

NASA's Parker Solar Probe is set to make a historic approach to the sun, using a final flyby of Venus to reach an unprecedented distance of 3.86 million miles from the solar surface.

November’s Beaver Moon: Final Supermoon of the Year Peaking Mid-Month

Nov 08, 2024

The last supermoon of 2024, known as the Beaver Moon, will peak in illumination on Nov. 15.

First Wooden Satellite Launches: SpaceX CRS-31 Docks With ISS, Aims to Test Timber in Space

Nov 05, 2024

SpaceX's CRS-31 mission has delivered the world’s first wooden satellite, LignoSat, to the ISS, marking a groundbreaking step in testing sustainable materials for space use.

SpaceX Dragon Successfully Docks With ISS, Delivering 6,000 Pounds of Supplies

Nov 05, 2024

SpaceX's Dragon successfully docked with the ISS, delivering over 6,000 pounds of supplies and preparing to test orbit-boosting capabilities for future station support.

November Skywatchers: Crescent Moon Meets Bright Venus for a Stunning View

Nov 05, 2024

Catch a breathtaking view as the crescent moon pairs with bright Venus in the southwestern sky, creating a stunning celestial display after sunset.

Spectacular Taurid Meteor Shower Set to Light Up Sky on Election Day

Nov 04, 2024

Catch the Taurid meteor shower's peak on Election Day, with bright fireballs lighting up the night sky for an unforgettable celestial show.

Zombie Star Set to Light Up Night Sky: Blaze Star Could Erupt Soon

Nov 03, 2024

A rare astronomical event involving the "zombie star" T Coronae Borealis, or Blaze Star, is set to erupt soon, potentially lighting up the night sky for the first time in 80 years.

China’s Tiangong Space Station to Expand Its Capabilities With New Modules

Oct 30, 2024

China's Tiangong space station, operational for nearly two years, is set to expand its capabilities with new modules and spacecraft.

'Halloween Comet' Breaks Apart Just in Time for Halloween, Caught by NASA's Solar Observatory

Oct 30, 2024

The recently discovered Halloween comet, known as Atlas or C/2024 S1, disintegrated as it passed close to the sun.

Why Astronauts Face Physical Challenges Upon Returning to Earth

Nov 02, 2024

Explore the health challenges astronauts face on extended space missions, including muscle loss, radiation exposure and psychological stress.

Exploring Life Beyond Earth: Study Claims Other Planets Could Be Suitable for Alien Life

Nov 01, 2024

Scientists explore the possibility of alien plants thriving on distant exoplanets around red dwarf stars, where unique adaptations might allow photosynthesis under dim, red light.

Chandra Observations Reveal Dangerous Areas for Planetary Development Near Massive Stars

Oct 28, 2024

Astronomers using NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory reveal how massive stars in the Cygnus OB2 cluster disrupt planet formation.

NASA Shuts Down Voyager 2 Science Instrument After 47 Years to Conserve Energy

Oct 28, 2024

NASA has shut down the Plasma Science experiment on Voyager 2 after 47 years of operation to conserve energy and extend the spacecraft's mission into the 2030s.