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Vera Rubin Observatory Faces Space Junk Threat

In the realm of astronomical observation, the Vera Rubin Observatory (VRO) stands as a unique sentinel, tasked with a monumental mission: to surveil the...

Jupiter’s Formation Clues Revealed by ESO’s VLT and ALMA

A fascinating new snapshot captured by the European Southern Observatory (ESO) has set the astronomical community abuzz with excitement. The image offers intriguing insights into...

IceCube Neutrino Observatory Unveils First-Ever Image of Milky Way Using Ghostlike Neutrinos

In a groundbreaking discovery, the IceCube Neutrino Observatory has captured an extraordinary image of our Milky Way galaxy using elusive particles called neutrinos. The observatory,...

Sonifying Astronomical Data: Translating the Universe into Harmonies

In a fascinating endeavor, NASA has embarked on a project that transforms astronomical data into melodious compositions. This innovative technique, known as "sonification," takes the...

NGC 7292: Unveiling the Secrets of an Irregular Galaxy

NGC 7292, a captivating galaxy located 44 million light-years away in the constellation Pegasus, has fascinated astronomers with its peculiar characteristics. As captured by the...

Webb Telescope Discovers Galaxies’ Impact on Early Universe Transformation

New findings from NASA's James Webb Space Telescope shed light on the remarkable transformation of the early universe, revealing the pivotal role played by...

What is Dark Matter in the Universe?

Dark matter has long fascinated scientists and astronomers as one of the greatest mysteries of the universe. It is an enigmatic substance that cannot...

South Korea’s lunar orbiter sends photos of Earth, Moon

The national space center announced Tuesday that South Korea's first lunar orbiter, Danuri, has sent black-and-white photos of the Moon's surface and Earth. Danuri is...

Space crew using robotic arm to inspect damaged capsule

The International Space Station crew was inspecting an attached Russian space capsule. The capsule may have been damaged by a micrometeorite. The ground controllers...

Comet Interceptor construction moves forward

ESA and OHB have agreed to proceed with the design and construction of ESA's ambitious Comet Interceptor spacecraft. This spacecraft is scheduled to launch...

Proposal for picogram-scale probes to explore nearby stars

George Church, of Harvard University and the Wyss Institute, proposes the use of picogram to nanogram-scale probes that can land, replicate and produce a...

SpaceX gives rival’s internet satellites ride to orbit

SpaceX launched internet satellites for a competitor after, the London-based OneWeb company halted flights with Russia due to the invasion of Ukraine. The Falcon rocket...

Rare Apollo mission moon rock back in Cyprus after 50 years

The U.S. astronauts brought back from the moon's surface a minute piece of extraterrestrial rock. It has finally reached its intended destination after half...

NASA’s Orion lunar spacecraft heads home with splashdown set for Sunday

NASA's Orion spacecraft is now heading home after exiting the lunar sphere of influence. The Orion has completed the return-powered flyby burn. It would...

Proposing a new idea for spacecraft propulsion that involves dynamic soaring

McGill University and Tau Zero Foundation researchers have proposed a new idea for faster spacecraft propulsion. This idea involves dynamic soaring. Scientists outlined the...