Einstein Telescope: Unlocking a New Era in Astronomy With Observations of Gravitational Waves

SPACE 06.17.2024 08:40 AM

A new telescope could soon measure gravitational waves that were created from collisions of black holes in the early universe. Check this article to learn more.

Largest Camera Ever Built Arrives at Rubin Observatory in Chile: How Did They Ship It?

05.29.2024 04:50 AM

The largest camera ever built arrives at the Rubin Observatory in Chile. Discover the logistics and challenges behind shipping this colossal piece of technology. Read more!

New Stellar Theory Proposes ‘ONe Novae’ as Crucial Source of Phosphorus in Stellar Explosions

05.11.2024 00:12 AM

Uncover the secrets of the cosmos! Dive into our article on ‘ONe Novae,' the key to phosphorus in stellar explosions. Read the article to learn more.

$19 Billion Vera C. Rubin Observatory in Chile Is Set to Change Our Understanding of Astronomy, Answer Questions About the Universe

02.06.2024 04:15 AM

Vera C. Rubin Observatory will generate 70% of data seen from Earth by 2025 and make Chile the leading destination of astronomical observation. Continue reading to learn more.

Standard Gravity Breaks Down at Low Acceleration Pure Binary Stars [Study]

01.11.2024 02:42 AM

An astronomer noticed a gravitational anomaly challenging Albert Einstein's general theory of relativity. Continue reading to learn more.

How Artificial Intelligence (AI) Makes Astronomy Faster, More Powerful?

10.05.2023 06:10 AM

Artificial intelligence (AI) helps astronomers process space images faster and more. Continue reading to learn about the influence of AI in astronomy.

BlueWalker 3 Satellite Now One of the Brightest Objects in the Night Sky, Signaling Low-Earth Orbit's Brightening Crisis

10.03.2023 04:17 AM

BlueWalker 3 satellite, now one of the top 10 brightest night sky objects, is part of a growing constellation of super-bright satellites. Continue reading to learn more details.

Astronomy and Physics' Top 10 Most Peculiar Terminologies: Which Are the Quirkiest Ones?

08.11.2023 23:24 PM

Centuries of astronomy and physics yield intriguing names for objects, ideas, and phenomena, often odd or challenging due to history. Check them out in this article.

Medieval Pocket Sundial Found in Germany Provides ‘Spotlight Like Insight’ Into People’s Knowledge in Astronomy, Mathematics

07.26.2023 06:17 AM

Archaeologists found a rare medieval pocket during an excavation in Germany. Continue reading to learn more.

Buck Moon To Occur in July: Here’s What To Expect in the First Full Supermoon of 2023

06.28.2023 07:00 AM

The first full supermoon of 2023, also known as Buck Moon, will take place in July. Learn more about this lunar event in this article.

Did Ancient Maya Tracked Comets and Novas? Experts Present New Evidence of This Astronomical Feat

06.26.2023 10:30 AM

Scientists provide an update on the search for evidence regarding the possibility that ancient Mayas tracked comets and novas. Find out more about it in this article.

Crystallizing White Dwarf From a Quadruple Star System Turns Into a Cosmic Diamond

06.13.2023 08:00 AM

A white dwarf from a neighboring star system which undergoes crystallization process was detected by astronomers. Find out more about it in this article.

On This Day 50 Years Ago: NASA Launched Historic Skylab Space Station on May 14, 1973

05.14.2023 22:40 PM

The historic Skylab Space Station, the first American space station, was launched into space 50 years ago. Read to learn more about its rocky launch and its astronomical impact.

CHARA Array Getting Its Seventh Movable Telescope With Increased Resolution to Better See Small Objects

04.11.2023 11:21 AM

Georgia State's CHARA Array is getting new instruments and plans for a seventh telescope, which will allow scientists to study the stars in greater detail than before. Read the article to learn more.

First Edition of Nicolaus Copernicus' Book Could Cost $2.5 Million; How Did It Revolutionize Astronomy?

03.15.2023 07:00 AM

There are only 277 known copies of Copernicus' book worldwide and the rare manuscript could fetch up to $2.5 million next month as it goes on sale. Check out why it is considered to be a controversial book in the past.

Unlocking the Secrets of Neutron Star Mergers: Astronomy Research Sheds Light on Gravity and the Universe's Age

02.14.2023 09:06 AM

Discover the latest breakthrough in astronomy as scientists unravel the mysteries of neutron star mergers and gravity. Learn more by reading on!

Messier 61 (NGC 4303) Photos Unveils Secrets of Star Formation in Distant Spiral Galaxy: Astronomy Breakthrough

02.13.2023 07:00 AM

Check the stunning new image of the spiral galaxy NGC 4303, also known as Messier 61. Explore the golden clouds of molecular gas fueling star formation and the bright blue regions of already-formed stars. Continue reading to learn more about this exciting breakthrough in astronomy!

Brown Dwarf Discovery Orbits Star in Hyades, Advancing Understanding of Exoplanets in Astronomy

02.02.2023 04:02 AM

A new warm brown dwarf has been detected orbiting a bright star in the Hyades. With its unique characteristics, it advances our knowledge of exoplanets. Read on to find out more about this fascinating discovery!

Astronomy Meets Folklore: Here Are Ancient Astronomers' Attempts in Understanding the Night Sky [Study]

02.02.2023 03:31 AM

Discover the fascinating intersection of sky, folklore, and astronomy throughout ancient history. Explore how early stargazers used celestial objects to tell time, navigate, and build myths. Continue reading to uncover the lasting impact of the ancient Greeks on modern astronomy.

Astronomy Catalog Reveals the Presence of 3.3 Billion Celestial Objects Across the Milky Way Galaxy

01.18.2023 20:01 PM

After analyzing the second dataset from the Dark Energy Camera Plane Survey, astronomers were able to come up with a comprehensive astronomy catalog of over 3.3 billion celestial objects. Read to know more.

Huge Bubble of "Swiss Cheese" Surrounding Earth Has Now Been 3D Mapped For the First Time

01.11.2023 22:22 PM

Researchers 3D mapped a superbubble that resembles swiss cheese. Read to know more about this map and its implication in astronomy.