NASA's DART mission successfully altered an asteroid's trajectory, but new research reveals unexpected behavior of debris, raising questions about future asteroid-deflection efforts.
Astronomers have confirmed the discovery of 3I/Atlas, the largest interstellar comet yet detected, racing through our Solar System. This icy visitor poses no threat and presents a unique opportunity for scientific exploration.
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 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!
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!
Asteroid 2024 YR4, once deemed a significant threat to Earth, is now under scrutiny for a slight increase in its chance of impacting the moon in 2032. With new data from JWST refining its trajectory, experts confirm the moon is safe from harm.
A recent House hearing revealed that proposed budget cuts could jeopardize NASA's planetary defense efforts against asteroid impacts, raising concerns among lawmakers about America's space safety.
Asteroid 2024 YR4, once feared to be on a collision course with Earth, has origins from the main asteroid belt. New studies reveal its surprising characteristics and trajectory.
NASA's latest findings reveal that the asteroid 2024 YR4, initially thought to be on a collision course with Earth, is now predicted to impact the Moon instead. Measuring up to 220 feet, this celestial body has caught the attention of the planetary defense community.
