Space

SpaceX is on the brink of making history once again as it prepares to launch an all-civilian crew on an extraordinary orbital expedition. The Polaris Dawn mission, spearheaded by entrepreneur Jared Isaacman, is set to embark on a groundbreaking journey that includes the first-ever spacewalk by private citizens. This mission is a significant milestone in

The recent setback in the return of US astronauts Barry “Butch” Wilmore and Sunita “Suni” Williams from the International Space Station (ISS) has raised concerns regarding the reliability of Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft. Due to malfunctions with the spacecraft’s thrusters, the astronauts will have to remain on the ISS for an additional six months, while the

The expansion speed of the Universe has long been a subject of fascination and debate among scientists. Recently, new measurements taken using the James Webb Space Telescope have provided intriguing insights into the rate at which the local Universe is receding from us. This revelation has the potential to address a long-standing issue known as

Andromeda, the closest major galaxy to the Milky Way, is hurtling towards our galaxy at a speed of 110 kilometers per second. Astronomers have long believed that a collision between the two galaxies is inevitable. However, a new study challenges this assumption, suggesting that the fate of Andromeda and the Milky Way might not be

Fast radio bursts (FRBs) have long been a subject of fascination and mystery within the field of astrophysics. These sudden and intense blasts of radio wave energy from deep space continue to puzzle researchers, as the origins and mechanisms behind them remain largely unknown. A recent study conducted by a team from the Italian National

The Sun, often viewed as a serene presence in our skies, is actually a seething cauldron of unpredictable solar activity. According to Andrew Gerrard, from the Center for Solar-Terrestrial Research at New Jersey Institute of Technology, the current solar cycle has defied expectations with its intensity. Typically occurring every 11 years, the Sun oscillates between

Black holes in the centers of galaxies, such as the Milky Way, are known for their occasional feasting on nearby stars. This event leads to a dramatic and complex process known as a tidal disruption event, where the star is spaghettified and torn apart as it plunges towards the supermassive black hole. Despite initial theories

Black holes have always been known to be voracious beings, devouring anything that dares to come too close. Stars collapsing past the event horizon of a black hole often result in spectacular displays of death throes, emitting flashes of light that signal their demise. However, in some rare cases, a star manages to avoid being

On Monday, the Earth experienced an intense solar storm that was classified as a level-four geomagnetic storm by the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). This heightened level of geomagnetic activity has the potential to bring the northern lights further south than normal, with states like Alabama and northern California possibly being able to

The age and size of the Milky Way should theoretically support the existence of numerous intelligent civilizations. However, despite this, we have yet to detect any signs of extraterrestrial life. A recent study proposes that alien civilizations could be so advanced that our current technology is unable to detect them. The study suggests that if

The exploration of cosmic rays, high-energy particles that travel through space at incredible speeds, has been a topic of fascination for astronomers since their discovery in 1912. These elusive particles have challenged our understanding of the universe, with their erratic paths and mysterious origins. However, recent research published in Nature Astronomy has shed new light

The Gaia mission, renowned for its comprehensive mapping of stars in the Milky Way Galaxy, has now revealed itself as a proficient asteroid hunter. Recent reports from astronomers have unveiled its remarkable success in identifying more moons of asteroids within our solar system. Through the analysis of the Gaia data released in its third iteration,

Mars, the red planet, has always been a subject of fascination due to its potential to have hosted water in the past. Recent analysis of seismic data collected by the Mars InSight lander has revealed the presence of huge reservoirs of liquid water beneath the Martian surface. However, the water is located at depths that

Our vision of establishing long-term human colonies on Mars is not without its challenges. The harsh climate conditions on the Red Planet make survival a daunting task, with temperatures plummeting to a bone-chilling -64 degrees Celsius. However, recent breakthrough research led by electrical engineer Samaneh Ansari of Northwestern University offers a promising solution. By releasing

Venus and Earth, often referred to as twins of the solar system, have taken drastically different paths in their evolution. While Earth boasts a hospitable environment with lush landscapes and moderate temperatures, Venus is shrouded in toxic clouds, acid rain, and extreme heat reminiscent of Dante’s inferno. These stark differences go beyond surface appearances and