Space

Deep space has always fascinated and perplexed humanity with its breathtaking phenomena. Among these enigmatic wonders lies the star system MACHO 80.7443.1718, originally discovered by the MACHO Project in the 1990s. This binary star system, known as a heartbeat star, exhibits an extraordinary celestial dance between two stars with significantly varying distances. The pulsating brightness

In the depths of space, a captivating new image captured by the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) reveals the ephemeral configurations of dust and gas in a nearby galaxy. Known as NGC 6822 or Barnard’s Galaxy, it stands as the closest galaxy to the Milky Way that does not belong to its satellites. This small

In the vast expanse of the universe, there lies a celestial object known as Messier 57, or the Ring Nebula. Located approximately 2,750 light-years away from Earth in the constellation of Lyra, this dying star glows with an ethereal beauty that captivates astronomers and stargazers alike. Recently, new images captured by the James Webb Space

In a remarkable image captured by the James Webb Space Telescope, a captivating surprise awaits those who zoom in. Amongst the dazzling display of celestial bodies revealing the birth of stars, an unexpected sighting presents itself – a curlicue and a blob of light resembling the punctuation mark: the question mark. The nature and origin

This weekend, get ready to witness one of the most awe-inspiring cosmic phenomena of the year – the Perseid meteor shower. Dubbed as one of the best celestial displays, the Perseids are set to peak on Sunday night, August 13. However, the preceding nights are predicted to offer excellent viewing opportunities as well. So, make

The Sun, our fiery celestial neighbor, has been causing quite a stir in recent days. Its unpredictable tantrums are being felt across the vast expanse of space, reaching out and impacting Earth in unexpected ways. On the 7th of August, the Sun unleashed a mighty X-class flare, resulting in radio blackouts across North America. This

Newly recorded data of the interior of Mars has provided the most precise measurement to date of the planet’s rotation. Surprisingly, the data from the retired InSight lander has shown that Mars’ rotation is accelerating at a rate of approximately 4 milliarcseconds per year. While this acceleration may seem minuscule, shortening the length of a

Iron meteorites have long fascinated scientists due to their magnetic properties. Although the magnetism in these meteorites is not particularly strong, it holds valuable information about their origin and formation. Unlike the surrounding rocks, iron meteorites exhibit magnetism because they formed in the presence of a magnetic field. The iron grains within the meteorites align

Since the historic moon landing in 1969, mankind has made significant progress in exploring the lunar surface. As we continue our explorations, it becomes increasingly important to develop a reliable global navigation satellite system (GNSS) for the Moon. In order to achieve this, a team of researchers from Eötvös Loránd University in Hungary has turned

The Moon, our closest celestial neighbor, has always intrigued scientists and astronomers alike. While we have made significant progress in understanding its surface, its interior remains shrouded in mystery. Recent research has challenged previous theories, suggesting that the Moon’s mantle may be solid all the way through, contrary to existing beliefs. This article delves into

A remarkable binary system, known as ZTF J2020+5033, has recently been uncovered with astonishing characteristics. This extraordinary discovery has left scientists astounded as it presents a rotational tightness that allows both objects to snugly fit inside the Sun. Located a mere 457 light-years away, this intriguing system consists of a high-mass brown dwarf and a

The Euclid space telescope, launched recently on a mission to unravel the mysteries of dark matter and dark energy, has successfully reached its designated orbit. On Monday, the European operators of the spacecraft shared the first test images, offering a glimpse of its enormous potential. Although these initial snapshots were taken during the calibration phase