Astronomers have identified a new interstellar object, A11pl3Z, on a trajectory towards the sun, potentially the third of its kind ever observed. Set to make its closest approach in October, researchers are eager to unveil its mysteries.
On June 30, 1908, a massive explosion rocked Eastern Siberia, leveling an area the size of a modern city. Now, satellite imagery reveals the aftermath of the Tunguska event, a stark reminder of asteroid threats.
New simulations show that asteroid 2024 YR4 could hit the moon in 2032, potentially showering Earth with debris and threatening satellites. Discover the implications of this lunar impact!
The Vera C. Rubin Observatory in Chile has begun showcasing its first cosmic images, enabling astronomers to explore solar system formation and detect asteroids. With its world’s largest digital camera, the observatory aims to transform data collection in astronomy.
A groundbreaking discovery on asteroid Ryugu has revealed the presence of djerfisherite, challenging our understanding of its formation and the early solar system. This unexpected find opens new questions about primitive asteroids and their complexities.
The Rubin Observatory has made a groundbreaking discovery, identifying 2,104 new asteroids in our solar system, including near-Earth objects. This could change our understanding of space forever!
The Vera C. Rubin Observatory, the world's newest telescope, is ready to revolutionize our understanding of the universe. Set at the edge of the Atacama Desert, it will unveil millions of galaxies and asteroids previously hidden from view.
NASA's Psyche spacecraft has reignited its plasma thrusters as it journeys deeper into the Solar System, readying for its groundbreaking mission to explore a metal-rich asteroid. With backup systems in place, the mission remains on track for a 2029 arrival!
Asteroid 2024 YR4, once thought to threaten Earth, may collide with the moon instead. NASA's calculations suggest a 4% chance of impact in seven years, offering a unique opportunity for planetary defense research!
The James Webb Space Telescope has made crucial observations of asteroid 2024 YR4, revealing a rising risk of a collision with the moon in 2032. While Earth is safe, the moon's fate hangs in the balance.
