Get ready for the Orionids meteor shower peaking this Tuesday! With up to 20 meteors per hour and no moonlight interference, it's the perfect opportunity for stargazers. Don't miss out on this celestial spectacle!
The Draconid meteor shower peaks tonight, offering a breathtaking display of shooting stars as Earth passes through the debris left by comet 21P/Giacobini-Zinner. Ideal viewing conditions await at sunset!
As SpaceX's Starlink satellites continue to deorbit, experts warn of potential risks including Kessler syndrome, a scenario that could render parts of Earth's orbit unusable. Harvard astrophysicist Jonathan McDowell sheds light on the implications of increasing satellite reentries and their environmental effects.
Despite a U.S. government shutdown, the Expedition 73 crew aboard the ISS is conducting groundbreaking research and maintenance. From humidity control to space debris capture, they are pushing the boundaries of science in microgravity.
A new study reveals the 50 most concerning pieces of space debris in low-Earth orbit, predominantly from the last century. With increasing rocket launches, the risk of collision and Kessler Syndrome looms large. Experts warn of China's growing space junk problem and the urgent need for cleanup.
On May 25, SpaceX's Dragon capsule made a successful splashdown, returning with 6,700 pounds of innovative tech and experiments from the ISS, paving the way for future space missions and inspiring young minds.
A fireball lit up the skies over Japan on Aug. 19, causing a breathtaking spectacle as it fragmented over the Pacific Ocean. Witnesses captured the event on cameras, revealing stunning green-blue flashes and an orange-red finale. Was it part of a meteor shower?
In a remarkable 6.5-hour spacewalk, Chinese astronauts added crucial debris shielding to the Tiangong space station, marking a significant step in space safety. The Shenzhou 20 crew, now over halfway through their mission, also performed vital equipment maintenance.
This summer, witness the mesmerizing Southern Delta Aquariids and Alpha Capricornids meteor showers! With optimal viewing conditions just days before the Perseids, now's the time to look up and enjoy shooting stars lighting up the night sky.
Asteroid 2024 YR4, once thought to threaten Earth, may instead target the moon, prompting scientists to rethink planetary defense strategies. A potential impact could create a spectacular meteor shower and pose risks to lunar missions.
