A groundbreaking discovery on asteroid Ryugu has revealed the presence of djerfisherite, challenging our understanding of its formation and the early solar system. This unexpected find opens new questions about primitive asteroids and their complexities.
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!
NASA's Psyche spacecraft has reignited its plasma thrusters as it journeys deeper into the Solar System, readying for its groundbreaking mission to explore a metal-rich asteroid. With backup systems in place, the mission remains on track for a 2029 arrival!
Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope have uncovered surprising insights about Pluto's atmosphere, revealing that its bluish haze plays a crucial role in its climate. This new understanding could reshape our knowledge of other celestial bodies and early Earth.
The James Webb Space Telescope has captured a direct image of the distant exoplanet 14 Herculis c, revealing its unique characteristics and misaligned orbit. This breakthrough enhances our understanding of planetary evolution.
NASA's PUNCH mission has unveiled its first breathtaking images of coronal mass ejections, offering a new perspective on solar storms and their impact on Earth. Discover how these colossal eruptions can affect technology and enhance aurora displays.
China's Tianwen 2 spacecraft is on its way to the near-Earth asteroid Kamo'oalewa, with a first image released as it travels over 3 million kilometers from Earth. This mission aims to gather vital data about the solar system's origins!
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.
A newly discovered celestial object, 2017 OF201, could be a dwarf planet located 435 miles wide in the outer solar system, challenging existing theories about distant space.
A new dwarf planet, 2017 OF201, has been discovered in the outer solar system, raising questions about the existence of the elusive Planet Nine. This extraordinary find could reshape our understanding of celestial bodies beyond Neptune.
