NASA's latest advancement in deep space optical communications allows data to be sent via laser beams across hundreds of millions of kilometers, paving the way for future Mars missions and high-definition streaming from space!
2024 YR4, an asteroid discovered last year, poses a potential threat to the Moon and our satellites. With a 4% chance of impact, scientists are exploring options to mitigate risks and maximize the chance for a spectacular meteor shower.
After years of controversy, new evidence confirms that the Silverpit Crater was formed by an asteroid impact 43-46 million years ago. Discover how advanced seismic imaging and rock analysis settled this scientific debate.
Astronomers have discovered 2025 PN7, a tiny quasi-moon orbiting Earth. This unique asteroid may be the smallest of its kind, offering insights into our solar system's evolution. Learn more about this fascinating visitor!
As space entrepreneurs gear up for asteroid mining, experts discuss the potential of capturing mini-moons rich in rare earth metals. Can we finally tap into this cosmic treasure? Find out the challenges and breakthroughs in asteroid mining technology!
A new study reveals that a 43 million-year-old asteroid impact created the Silverpit Crater in the North Sea, causing a massive tsunami. Discover how scientists solved this ancient mystery!
Japan's Hayabusa2 spacecraft is preparing to explore asteroid 1998 KY26, a groundbreaking mission targeting the smallest asteroid ever at only 11 meters wide. This unprecedented challenge promises to reshape our understanding of space.
An asteroid the size of the Washington Monument is set for a safe flyby near Earth on September 18. Join the live stream to catch this rare celestial event!
A groundbreaking study reveals that liquid water flowed on the asteroid Ryugu over a billion years after its formation, changing our understanding of planetary development and the origins of Earth's water.
Get ready for an extraordinary celestial event! On April 13, 2029, asteroid 99942 Apophis will pass close to Earth, becoming visible to billions. This once-in-a-lifetime spectacle offers a unique chance for scientists to study its impact on our planet's gravity.
