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fromFuturism
3 weeks ago

The Interstellar Visitor Hurtling Toward the Center of Our Star System Is Unimaginably Ancient, Scientists Say

3I/ATLAS is a newly confirmed interstellar object traveling at high speeds through the solar system.
fromTravel + Leisure
4 weeks ago

July Has 9 Major Astronomical Events Including Meteor Showers and a Planet Parade-and the First Starts Tonight

On the evenings of July 3-4, Mercury will reach its eastern elongation, appearing above the western horizon soon after sunset, with orange-tinged Mars above it.
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fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

Could the Milky Way be headed for a collision?

The Andromeda galaxy lies just beyond our galaxy, about 2.5 million light-years beyond, and they are gravitationally bound, existing in a long-term dance of doom.
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fromBig Think
4 months ago

How astronomers solved the "Zone of Avoidance" puzzle

Spiral nebulae avoid the galactic plane, presenting a puzzle in astronomy, resolved by the advent of infrared observations.
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fromBig Think
4 months ago

How astronomers solved the "Zone of Avoidance" puzzle

Spiral nebulae avoid the galactic plane, presenting a puzzle in astronomy, resolved by the advent of infrared observations.
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fromNature
1 month ago

A long-predicted cosmic collision might not happen after all

Andromeda's predicted collision with the Milky Way may not happen as previously estimated.
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fromBig Think
1 month ago

How the Milky Way-Andromeda merger became so uncertain

The Milky Way's expected merger with Andromeda may be overly simplistic based on new astronomical data.
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fromNature
1 month ago

A long-predicted cosmic collision might not happen after all

Andromeda's predicted collision with the Milky Way may not happen as previously estimated.
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fromBig Think
1 month ago

How the Milky Way-Andromeda merger became so uncertain

The Milky Way's expected merger with Andromeda may be overly simplistic based on new astronomical data.
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fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

American Museum of Natural History to launch new space show Encounters in the Milky Way,' narrated by Pedro Pascal | amNewYork

New show 'Encounters in the Milky Way' at AMNH explores galactic movements and their impact on our solar system, featuring stunning visualizations.
The show commemorates the 25th anniversary of the Rose Center for Earth and Space with advanced cosmic illustrations.
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fromPBS News
1 month ago

Accidental discovery at New York planetarium unlocks secret into universe's inner workings

The Oort Cloud may have a spiral shape rather than a traditional spherical form, challenging previous scientific assumptions.
fromTime Out New York
1 month ago

First look: The new Pedro Pascal-narrated space show in NYC

Pedro Pascal narrates new space show at Hayden Planetarium exploring cosmic motion in the Milky Way.
fromMail Online
1 month ago

End of the world? Experts reveal odds Milky Way collides with galaxy

It used to appear destined to merge with Andromeda forming a colossal "Milkomeda." Now, there is a chance that we could avoid this fate entirely.
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fromBig Think
2 months ago

How fast does planet Earth move through space?

Earth is constantly in motion, spinning on its axis and revolving around the Sun, contributing to its complex trajectory in space.
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Scientists BAFFLED by perfect sphere emitting radio signals from space

Teleios, a mysterious cosmic object discovered by ASKAP, showcases remarkable symmetry and challenges existing astronomical theories about its formation.
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fromColossal
2 months ago
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The Brilliant Milky Way Connects Photographers Around the Globe and Beyond in an Annual Contest

The 2025 Milky Way Photographer of the Year contest showcases stunning astrophotography from diverse locations around the globe.
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fromCreative Bloq
5 months ago

Amazing Milky Way photo shows Earth from a unique perspective

Astronaut Don Pettit's astrophotography provides a unique perspective of the Milky Way from the International Space Station.
fromColossal
2 months ago
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The Brilliant Milky Way Connects Photographers Around the Globe and Beyond in an Annual Contest

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fromCreative Bloq
5 months ago

Amazing Milky Way photo shows Earth from a unique perspective

Astronaut Don Pettit's astrophotography provides a unique perspective of the Milky Way from the International Space Station.
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fromEngadget
2 months ago

NASA's SPHEREx space telescope has begun its mission to map the entire sky in 3D

SPHEREx has begun capturing images to enhance our understanding of the early universe through comprehensive infrared observations.
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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
5 months ago

Celebrating the Gaia Mission and the Future of Milky Way Mapping

Gaia has significantly enhanced our understanding of the Milky Way and leaves an enduring scientific impact despite its mission ending.
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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
5 months ago

Celebrating the Gaia Mission and the Future of Milky Way Mapping

Gaia has significantly enhanced our understanding of the Milky Way and leaves an enduring scientific impact despite its mission ending.
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fromMail Online
3 months ago

Scientists BAFFLED after spotting a lone black hole drifting in space

Scientists have identified a lone black hole in the Milky Way that was previously invisible due to its lack of companion stars, using gravitational lensing to confirm its existence.
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fromFuturism
4 months ago

Something Deeply Weird Is Happening at the Core of Our Galaxy

New research suggests that dark matter could be lighter than previously thought, potentially explaining phenomena in the Milky Way's Central Molecular Zone.
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fromBig Think
4 months ago

Surprising stars reveal second-closest supermassive black hole

Supermassive black holes create hypervelocity stars, indicating their presence even when not directly visible.
fromBig Think
5 months ago

Our first "Earth-like" exoplanets probably won't have atmospheres

Earth stands alone as the only known planet with life, yet conditions and ingredients needed for life appear to be common across the Universe.
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