Mercury Closely Approaches Sun, Showcases Comet-like Tail as It Flares Through Night Sky

SPACE 04.24.2023 00:32 AM

An astrophotographer was able to catch a rare snap of Mercury's comet-like tail. Read the article to learn more.

From Mercury's Peak to Lyrid Meteor Shower: Here's What You Should Add to Your Sky Viewing Watchlist This April 2023

04.02.2023 21:55 PM

Look out for these sky viewing events this April 2023. Read to learn more. This April 2023, sky viewers are in for a treat, as several cosmic events are lining up.

Planetary Parade: Five Planets, Crescent Moon Align in Night Sky

03.27.2023 21:01 PM

The crescent moon and five planets line up in a rare event known as a planetary parade. Read to learn more.

Five Planets Expected in Large Planetary Alignment This Month; Here's How to Watch Them

03.16.2023 00:41 AM

Seeing five planets align is more uncommon than witnessing two or three planets in line. Check out this article to know how to watch the large planetary alignment this month.

Mercury Seen Moving Over Sun's Face, Solar Orbiter Observation Reveals; What Are These Transit Events Across Space?

02.26.2023 20:34 PM

A solar orbiter managed by the ESA was able to capture a transit event of mercury moving over the sun's face. Read to learn more.

Volcanic Eruption and Severe Eradication: Mercury Analyses Shed Light on Earth's Worst Extinction

02.01.2023 23:46 PM

Analyzing mercury isotopes has enabled researchers to dig deeper into the earth's worst extinction event: the Great Dying. Read to know more.

Astronomers Detect Star System With Two Super-Mercuries and Three Super-Earths; How Rare Are These Planets?

01.23.2023 21:43 PM

The presence of these rare planets make the said solar system an extremely rare find. Read to know more.

Fishes' Eye Lenses Indicate Exposure to Harmful Methylmercury Threatening Animal Reproduction and Health

12.20.2022 05:30 AM

A novel study of fishes indicates animal lenses can show exposure to harmful mercury that can affect growth and reproduction of the fishes. Read on to know more!

High Levels of Mercury Found in Ancient Polluted Maya Cities [Study]

09.26.2022 09:00 AM

Read on to know how the mercury paved way into the history of ancient Maya cities. Researchers have discovered toxic quantities of mercury frequently associated with the waste products of modern industry in ancient Maya settlements.

BepiColombo Shares Stunning View of Mercury After Completing Latest Flyby [LOOK]

06.24.2022 06:34 AM

BepiColombo has accomplished its second extremely near flyby of Mercury! To find out how many flybys are necessary for it to orbit the smallest planet, continue reading.

Mercury Reaches Its Farthest Separation from the Sun, Attaining the Greatest Elongation at a Maximum 23-Inch Angle

06.16.2022 04:40 AM

Mercury is seen shortly revealing itself at predawn today as it reached its farthest separation from the Sun. Read more about the greatest western elongation.

Rare 5-Planet Conjunction Peaks Next Week; Watch Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn Light Up Morning Sky For the First Time in 18 Years

06.15.2022 08:50 AM

A five-planet conjunction is underway and it will peak next week. Read on to know how and when to watch this rare celestial event.

June 2022 Sky Events: Watch Planet Jupiter, Saturn, Mars, Mercury and Venus Align From Earth; Shooting Star and First Supermoon Will Make Appearances Too

06.02.2022 03:23 AM

Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn will all be visible in the predawn sky later this month. Read on to know the other celestial events in June 2022.

What Could be Hiding on Earth? Scientists Unlock the Mysteries of Mercury, Aubrite Meteorites

05.24.2022 12:00 PM

Scientists revealed that remnants of Mercury that were struck by a big object may be hiding on Earth. Find out more about the discovery of Aubrites here.

Geomagnetic Storms Detected in Mercury Despite Weaker Magnetic Field; How Do They Compare to Earth's?

04.05.2022 04:08 AM

Scientists have proven that Mercury has geomagnetic storms similar to Earth. Read to know how the nearest planet to the Sun produces geomagnetic storms despite the size of its magnetosphere.

Diamonds on Mercury: Planetary Scientists Reveal the Possibility of Finding 16 Quadrillion Tons of the Gems in 2025

03.24.2022 10:05 AM

Planetary scientists said planet Mercury may be studded with quadrillions of diamonds in 2025. Discover how glittery gemstones are possible on this planet.

Triple Conjunction February 2022: How to See Mercury, Moon, Saturn At Once Before This Month Ends

02.27.2022 22:00 PM

On Monday, seeing the moon cluster up with ringed Saturn and fleeting Mercury might be difficult. Here's how to view these three simply!

February Night Sky: Top Astronomy Events for This Month Include Mercury, Venus, Mars Conjunction, Full Moon And More

02.08.2022 00:49 AM

In the early sky this month, you'll be able to observe Mars and Mercury rising just behind Venus.

Close Encounter of the Moon, Mars and Other Planets Will Be Happening This Weekend; When to Watch

01.28.2022 21:21 PM

If the weather permits, a close encounter of the Moon and Mars is expected this Saturday, which will be joined by other planets including Venus, Mercury, and Saturn.

Edible Heavy Metals Considered Essential for One’s Health, But Which Elements Are Good or Bad for the Body?

12.28.2021 01:32 AM

Not all heavy metals are poisonous to the body because some of them are edible and are even added to the food. But why are some of them can be eaten, while others are harmful?

New Mercury Like Exoplanet Full of Iron Discovered; Rotates Parent Star in Less Than 8 Earth Hours

12.02.2021 23:48 PM

A study detected the presence of a new exoplanet GJ 367b just outside of our solar system. The planet is rich in iron an has density similar to Mercury. It could complete a revolution around its red dwarf parent star in less than a day.