A groundbreaking study reveals the binary star system NGC3603-A1, where one star weighs 93 times and the other 70 times the mass of the sun, orbiting each other every 3.8 days. This discovery sheds light on stellar evolution and the dynamics of massive stars.
Astronomers have discovered a rare supernova, SN 2023zkd, caused by a massive star's interaction with a black hole. This groundbreaking finding could redefine our understanding of stellar explosions.
A groundbreaking citizen science project is validating new eclipsing binary stars, aiding in the quest for exoplanets. Discover how volunteers and machine learning are revolutionizing astronomy!
A breathtaking image from the James Webb Space Telescope unveils the complex final stages of a dying star, revealing unique rings and clumpy structures that challenge existing astronomical theories.
Tonight, April 13, 2025, the Pink Moon rises alongside the bright star Spica. This unique celestial event is a must-see for stargazers, with the moon appearing orange near the horizon!
A groundbreaking discovery reveals that a binary star system just 150 light-years away will explode in a Type Ia supernova in 23 billion years. This finding confirms a long-theorized origin of supernovae, changing our understanding of cosmic events.
Astronomers at the University of Warwick have found a unique binary star system of two white dwarfs that are on a collision course, set to explode in a spectacular Type 1a supernova in 23 billion years. This event will be incredibly luminous, shining ten times brighter than the moon!
