Japan's Hayabusa2 spacecraft is preparing to explore asteroid 1998 KY26, a groundbreaking mission targeting the smallest asteroid ever at only 11 meters wide. This unprecedented challenge promises to reshape our understanding of space.
Get ready for an extraordinary celestial event! On April 13, 2029, asteroid 99942 Apophis will pass close to Earth, becoming visible to billions. This once-in-a-lifetime spectacle offers a unique chance for scientists to study its impact on our planet's gravity.
A new study reveals the surprising odds of dying from an asteroid impact compared to other risks like lightning strikes and flu, emphasizing the need for planetary defense initiatives.
A meteorite fragment that crashed through a Georgia home has been identified as being older than Earth, offering insights into planetary defense and cosmic history.
The asteroid 2024 YR4 may miss Earth but could collide with the moon in 2032, creating a spectacular meteor shower and posing risks to lunar missions. Scientists are closely monitoring its trajectory.
Asteroid 2024 YR4, once a threat to Earth, now poses a risk to the moon. With a potential impact in 2032, scientists warn of significant consequences for lunar structures and satellites.
An asteroid named 2024 YR4 is set to miss Earth, but it might collide with the moon instead. What implications could this have for our planet? Discover the potential consequences and scientific insights!
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.
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.