A rare interstellar comet, 3I/ATLAS, is nearing the sun, sparking excitement among astronomers. Discover its origins, speed, and the theories surrounding its nature as it travels through our solar system.
The Vera C. Rubin Observatory, named after the pioneering astrophysicist, is set to revolutionize our understanding of the universe with its incredible 10-year survey of the southern sky!
New images reveal comet 3I/ATLAS ejecting a massive jet of gas and dust toward the sun, sparking speculation about its origins as an alien spacecraft, despite scientific consensus on its natural behavior.
Astronomers have spotted a colossal asteroid, 2025 SC79, hidden in the sun's glare. This skyscraper-sized rock orbits the sun every 128 days, making it the second-fastest asteroid known. Its discovery highlights the importance of monitoring potential threats from space.
This month, two newly discovered comets, C/2025 A6 Lemmon and C/2025 R2 SWAN, are making their closest approaches to Earth. Discover how to spot these stunning celestial objects before they disappear for centuries!
As the autumnal equinox arrives on September 22, nights get longer and cooler, perfect for stargazing. Catch stunning views of Saturn, Neptune, and two meteor showers. Discover the best viewing tips and celestial highlights this month!
Astronomers have found the most distant black hole yet, CAPERS-LRD-z9, weighing 300 million solar masses just 500 million years after the Big Bang. This discovery sheds light on ancient celestial objects and pushes the boundaries of cosmic exploration.
Astronomers have uncovered a rare object named 2023 KQ14, classified as a sednoid, challenging existing theories about Planet Nine. This discovery reveals new complexities in the outer Solar System's structure.
The Vera C. Rubin Observatory has released its first images showcasing its powerful capabilities, promising to revolutionize our understanding of the universe by capturing unprecedented data on celestial objects.
In a stunning turn of events during a planetarium show, scientists uncovered a spiral structure in the Oort Cloud, challenging previous theories about its shape. This unexpected discovery opens new avenues for understanding our solar system.
