Tag: Space Exploration

A new discovery by the European Space Agency's Gaia spacecraft has revealed 352 asteroids in the solar system that are likely accompanied by their own orbiting moons. These systems, known as "binary asteroids," provide...

The Alien movie franchise has captivated audiences for decades with its blend of horror and science fiction. One of the most iconic elements of the series is the impressive spaceships that play a crucial...

Meteors that streak through the sky leaving behind a persistent afterglow have long intrigued astronomers. A recent study published in the Journal of Geophysical Research: Space Physics sheds light on the mystery behind these...

Using the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), astronomers have made a surprising discovery near a supermassive black hole. The team found a "shock" feature caused by collisions with high-speed gas jets, rather than the...

NASA has been conducting experiments on the International Space Station (ISS) for years, and the results have been fascinating. From artificial retinas to aging mice, the research conducted in the microgravity environment of space...

The Palomar Observatory in Southern California, known for its iconic 200-inch Hale Telescope, has recently made a surprising announcement. The kitchen that once served astronomers with elegant sit-down meals during their observing runs has...

This week, from August 5th to August 11th, there are some exciting events happening in the night sky that you can enjoy with just your eyes. While a telescope or binoculars can help you...

From an aurora dancing in the sky to a whale sailing across the sun, the Astronomy Photographer of the Year shortlisted images for 2024 are truly captivating. These stunning photographs showcase the beauty and...

Photographer Benedek Lampert has taken toy photography to a whole new level with his incredible Lego creations, particularly his NASA Artemis Space Launch System set. By using clever photography techniques and lighting, Lampert has...

With numerous species facing extinction, an international team of researchers led by Mary Hagedorn of the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute has proposed a unique solution to protect biodiversity: a lunar biorepository....