Two more asteroids will pass our planet on December 21: the 50-foot (2024 XQ4) at 656,000 miles and the 60-foot (2024 XN15) at 2,350,000 miles.
The rare cosmic event only occurs with exceptionally large stars between 60 to 150 times the mass of the sun.
For all the celestial lovers, it's too hard to imagine Saturn without its glorious, extensive rings, isn't it? But here's the truth behind its origin.
Researchers suggest that the next step would require improved instruments to detect small amounts of brines.
The salt crystals, consisting of rock salt, sodium carbonate, and sodium sulfate, are crucial for understanding the evolution of organic materials in celestial bodies.
NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, aboard the ISS, expressed confidence in their safe return despite technical issues with Boeing's Starliner spacecraft during a live broadcast. They highlighted their rigorous training and optimism about the spacecraft's performance.
The International Space Station captured stunning footage of Hurricane Beryl, a powerful Category 5 storm, as it brought torrential rain, fierce winds, and severe flooding to the Eastern Caribbean. The storm, intensified by climate change, continues to threaten Jamaica and other islands with life-threatening conditions.
NASA faces backlash after reports reveal that it already knew about multiple technical issues still allowing the troubled Boeing Starliner to launch, resulting in astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore being stranded on the ISS due to multiple spacecraft issues. The situation has drawn comparisons to the Columbia disaster and raised serious questions about NASA's commitment to safety and Boeing's quality control.
Some experts believe that Planet 9 could be real because around a dozen objects beyond the orbit of Neptune, move as if a large object is tugging on them
NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams are stuck at the ISS due to repeated delays and technical issues with Boeing's Starliner spacecraft. Engineers are urgently working to fix the problems, which include helium leaks and thruster failures.
Earth has been treated to a remarkable celestial spectacle as an extreme solar storm triggered mesmerizing auroras worldwide. The event, heralded as the most potent since 2003, has captivated observers from Tasmania to Britain, with social media ablaze with images of the aurora borealis and aurora australis. These stunning displays, fueled by coronal mass ejections, have illuminated the night skies in Ladakh, Russia, Germany, and Tasmania, offering a rare glimpse into the cosmic dance between the Earth and the Sun.
Enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse, set to traverse North America. Scientists reveal the event's impact, including disrupted radio waves, stunning visual effects, abrupt weather changes, and intriguing animal behaviors, promising a captivating celestial showcase.
Starship, SpaceX's powerful rocket, achieves record speeds and heights in its third test flight but is lost during re-entry over the Indian Ocean. Despite setbacks, the flight marks significant progress in advancing space exploration technology.
A Japanese rocket, the Kairos, exploded moments after liftoff, thwarting Space One's efforts to deploy a satellite into orbit. Despite numerous postponements due to parts shortages, the setback poses a challenge to Japan's ambitions in the commercial satellite launch market.
Astronauts from diverse backgrounds complete 6-month ISS mission, safely returning to Earth via SpaceX. Their research advances space exploration as Crew-8 continues scientific endeavors
