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Photo shows every planet in the solar system at the same time

A rare planetary alignment was captured in a stunning photo, showcasing all planets visible for the first time, not to repeat until 2040.

Saturn has a whopping 274 moons scientists want to know why

Astronomers discovered 128 new moons orbiting Saturn, increasing its total to 274 and challenging our understanding of moon formation in the Solar System.

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Rare 'planet parade' to illuminate skies - here's how and when to spot the spectacular alignment from Ireland

All eight planets in the solar system will align for visible observation, requiring telescopes for some planets and optimal timing.

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Where Are the Universe's Missing Planets?

The discovery of exoplanets has transformed our understanding of planetary systems and their diversity.

Scientists Intrigued by Signs of Hidden Ring of Objects at Edge of Solar System

A cluster of objects beyond the Kuiper Belt may reshape our understanding of the Solar System's formation and the potential for life.

Scientists Spot "A Spiral Structure With Two Twisted Arms" at Edge of Solar System

The Oort cloud may have a spiral structure influenced by cosmic tidal forces, challenging previous perceptions of its form.

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Photo shows every planet in the solar system at the same time

A rare planetary alignment was captured in a stunning photo, showcasing all planets visible for the first time, not to repeat until 2040.

Saturn has a whopping 274 moons scientists want to know why

Astronomers discovered 128 new moons orbiting Saturn, increasing its total to 274 and challenging our understanding of moon formation in the Solar System.

Europe news

fromIrish Independent

Rare 'planet parade' to illuminate skies - here's how and when to spot the spectacular alignment from Ireland

All eight planets in the solar system will align for visible observation, requiring telescopes for some planets and optimal timing.

Science

Where Are the Universe's Missing Planets?

The discovery of exoplanets has transformed our understanding of planetary systems and their diversity.

Scientists Intrigued by Signs of Hidden Ring of Objects at Edge of Solar System

A cluster of objects beyond the Kuiper Belt may reshape our understanding of the Solar System's formation and the potential for life.

We're finally going to the Solar System's most intriguing but unexplored frontier

The article reflects on humanity's limited time for space exploration and highlights recent advancements in our understanding of the Solar System.

fromWashington Post

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Take a quiz on asteroids as one becomes Earth's 'mini-moon' this fall

Asteroids are key to understanding the early solar system and preparing for potential future impacts.

fromEngadget

1 week ago

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NASA's Lucy spacecraft is about to have its second close encounter with an asteroid

NASA's Lucy spacecraft approaches asteroid Donaldjohanson to capture details for solar system research.

fromArs Technica

6 months ago

We're finally going to the Solar System's most intriguing but unexplored frontier

The article reflects on humanity's limited time for space exploration and highlights recent advancements in our understanding of the Solar System.

fromWashington Post

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Take a quiz on asteroids as one becomes Earth's 'mini-moon' this fall

Asteroids are key to understanding the early solar system and preparing for potential future impacts.

fromEngadget

1 week ago

OMG science

NASA's Lucy spacecraft is about to have its second close encounter with an asteroid

NASA's Lucy spacecraft approaches asteroid Donaldjohanson to capture details for solar system research.

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Something Mysterious Swept Over Our Entire Solar System, Scientists Say

The Radcliffe wave engulfed our Solar System around 14 million years ago, impacting Earth's environment and visibility in the sky.

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Dark Matter Black Holes Could Fly through the Solar System Once a Decade

Primordial black holes could explain dark matter and may influence the solar system's planets by causing measurable wobbles.

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Black holes as big as atoms might be speeding through the Solar System

Primordial black holes pass through the inner Solar System about once a decade, offering potential for scientific detection and discovery.

Something Mysterious Swept Over Our Entire Solar System, Scientists Say

The Radcliffe wave engulfed our Solar System around 14 million years ago, impacting Earth's environment and visibility in the sky.

Dark Matter Black Holes Could Fly through the Solar System Once a Decade

Primordial black holes could explain dark matter and may influence the solar system's planets by causing measurable wobbles.

OMG science

Black holes as big as atoms might be speeding through the Solar System

Primordial black holes pass through the inner Solar System about once a decade, offering potential for scientific detection and discovery.

How the Moon's two Grand Canyons formed in mere minutes

The Moon features ancient geological formations that provide insights into the early Solar System's history.

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Huge asteroid slammed into Solar System's biggest moon 4bn years ago

A massive asteroid impact 4 billion years ago shifted Ganymede's axis, more profoundly than the dinosaur-extincting impact on Earth.

fromBig Think

How the Moon's two Grand Canyons formed in mere minutes

The Moon features ancient geological formations that provide insights into the early Solar System's history.

OMG science

Huge asteroid slammed into Solar System's biggest moon 4bn years ago

A massive asteroid impact 4 billion years ago shifted Ganymede's axis, more profoundly than the dinosaur-extincting impact on Earth.

Asteroid that wiped out the dinosaurs 'came from beyond Jupiter'

The origin of the asteroid that ended the dinosaurs has been traced to beyond Jupiter, revealing its significant impact on life 66 million years ago.