Earth's '2nd Moon' Escapes Orbit, Starts Long Journey Around the Sun—Will It Ever Return?

SPACE 11.28.2024 21:18 PM

Earth's temporary mini-moon 2024 PT5 has left orbit, beginning a decades-long journey around the sun, with a return expected in 2055.

Earth Could Be Saved from a Catastrophic Asteroid Collision, Scientists Say

11.27.2024 03:23 AM

Scientists have developed a new equation to accurately track asteroid orbits, potentially saving Earth from catastrophic collisions.

Bacteria Found on Asteroid Has Shocking Origin

11.25.2024 19:13 PM

A recent discovery of Earth-based microbes in Ryugu asteroid samples underscores the challenges of contamination control in space missions.

What's Inside the Moon? Scientists May Now Have the Answer

11.25.2024 02:17 AM

Scientists have uncovered the Moon's solid inner core, offering new insights into its magnetic history, volcanic regions, and the early Solar System.

Is the Ozone Layer Repairing Itself? Scientists Think So

11.11.2024 23:17 PM

Scientists report the Antarctic ozone hole is shrinking, with full recovery expected by 2066. New data from NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) indicates that the ozone layer is on a path to recovery, with the hole over Antarctica shrinking this year to its seventh smallest size since 1992.

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

11.05.2024 00:11 AM

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

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

11.01.2024 03:53 AM

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

10.28.2024 23:42 PM

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

Martian Ice May Support Microbial Life Beneath Its Surface, New Study Suggests

10.28.2024 02:38 AM

A new NASA study suggests that microbial life could potentially survive beneath Mars' ice sheets, where sunlight-filtered pools of water may enable photosynthesis.

Water from Earth's Surface Could Be Leaking to Core

10.24.2024 05:21 AM

Scientists have uncovered evidence that water from the Earth's surface is slowly leaking deep into the planet.

Asteroid 2024 PT5 Moves Closer to Earth: NASA Plans to Monitor Its Path

10.06.2024 21:51 PM

Scientists have discovered a small asteroid, 2024 PT5, which was recently pulled closer to Earth's orbit by gravity, sparking interest from NASA for further tracking.

Two Large Asteroids Make Close Approaches to Earth Just 42 Hours Apart; NASA Captures Footage of Flyby

07.05.2024 00:11 AM

NASA caught a pair of planet-killing asteroids on video as they hurdled past Earth last week. Check this article to learn more.

Skyscraper-Sized Asteroid 2024 MK to Flyby Between Earth and Moon on Saturday; Could We Stop an Asteroid Impact Event?

06.29.2024 00:00 AM

Skyscraper-sized asteroid 2024 MK is going to flyby between Earth and Moon this Saturday. Read to learn more.

Earth on the Midst of Sixth Major Extinction Crisis; Scientists Identify Key Areas That Need Protection

06.26.2024 05:50 AM

Rainforests in these five countries should be protected to save endangered species as Earth faces its sixth mass extinction.

New Sunspot Unleashes M9.7 Solar Flare, To Face Earth Soon

06.26.2024 04:05 AM

Experts are keeping a close eye on a new sunspot renamed from previous massive sunspots AR3697 and AR3664. Continue reading to learn more.

‘Planet Killer’ Asteroid To Skim Past Earth This Week; Here’s What To Know About the Mountain-Sized Space Rock

06.26.2024 02:08 AM

A massive, deadly asteroid is headed towards Earth this week, traveling 58,000 miles per hour. Find out more about it in this article.

Nuclear Radiation Threat: 3 Most Radioactive Locations on Earth

06.25.2024 06:34 AM

The most radioactive places on Earth are former nuclear test sites and areas where radioactive accidents happen. Continue reading to learn more.

4-Billion-Year-Old Remnants of Earth’s Crust Found Below Australia, Give Clues About the Formation and Evolution of Continents

06.24.2024 03:55 AM

Some of the oldest rocks on Earth, dating almost 4 billion years old, were found lurking beneath Western Australia. Learn more about it in this article.

Potentially Hazardous Asteroid the Size of Washington Monument To Come Closer to Earth, NASA Warns

06.22.2024 00:00 AM

A massive asteroid named 2024 MK is expected to pass by Earth on June 29. Continue reading the article to learn more.

Artificial Star To Be Launched Into Earth’s Orbit by NASA in 2029, Calibrating Telescopes on Our Planet

06.20.2024 00:00 AM

NASA hopes to have an artificial star in the sky by 2029 equipped with eight lasers to unlock the universe's secrets. Continue reading the article to learn more.

Earth’s Inner Core Slows Down Its Spin; How Can It Affect Length of a Day?

06.15.2024 00:25 AM

A new study has revealed that the Earth's inner core is slowing down in relation to the planet’s surface. Learn more about it in this article.