Space

The presence of ice on the Moon has been a topic of interest for scientists, but its origin still remains uncertain. Recent research suggests that electrons, originating from both Earth and the Sun, are playing a significant role in the formation of frozen water on the lunar surface. These electrons reach the Moon as it

The vast expanse of our Universe is a captivating sight, with galaxies spread like foam in an eternal ocean. This awe-inspiring cosmic web has evolved over billions of years, gradually forming under the influence of gravity. Yet, there is a perplexing phenomenon that remains unexplained – the accelerating expansion of the Universe. Scientists from the

In a groundbreaking experiment conducted on Mars, scientists have successfully demonstrated the possibility of extracting breathable oxygen from the planet’s thin atmosphere. The Mars Oxygen In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) Experiment, also known as MOXIE, is a compact device housed within NASA’s Perseverance rover. Developed by MIT scientists, this project has made significant strides in generating

In a groundbreaking discovery, an international team of cosmologists, led by Kaiki Taro Inoue from Kindai University in Japan, has leveraged the curvature of space-time surrounding a colossal mass to achieve the most intricate measurement of the cosmic distribution of dark matter to date. By utilizing the phenomenon of gravitational lensing, the team has managed

In response to a groundbreaking report from an independent panel, NASA has taken a significant step forward in investigating unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAPs), which were previously known as UFOs. The agency has appointed a director to oversee UAP research and has expressed its commitment to collaborating with other agencies to expand the collection of UAP

The realm of space exploration and the limits of human endurance have once again been pushed to new heights as astronaut Frank Rubio shattered the record for the longest in-orbit mission by an American. Spending a staggering 355 days aboard the International Space Station (ISS), Rubio’s awe-inspiring journey showcases both the incredible challenges and unique

Nestled some 56 million light-years away from the Milky Way, NGC 4632 appeared to be an average spiral galaxy. However, recent observations have unearthed a surprising revelation – a vast ring of gas encircling the galaxy at a steep angle to its galactic plane. This peculiar feature remained unseen until now, as it only becomes

A breakthrough has been made in the search for potential habitable worlds beyond our solar system. Scientists have detected carbon dioxide, methane, and a tantalizing hint of dimethyl sulfide on K2-18b, a water world orbiting a dim red star just 120 light-years away. This exoplanet belongs to a class of planets known as Hycean worlds,

In the vast expanse of the universe, where unimaginable forces and celestial bodies coexist, astrophysicists have discovered a mesmerizing phenomenon. After a star is torn apart by a supermassive black hole, radio waves continue to burst forth from the ensuing wreckage for hundreds of days. This revelation challenges our previous understanding and raises intriguing questions

Spacecraft instruments are highly specialized and can take years to design, build, and test. However, sometimes a simple innovation can have a significant impact on their capabilities. In the case of the ESA’s Solar Orbiter, one astronomer’s last-minute hack has allowed the spacecraft to take groundbreaking observations it would not have been able to capture

India’s Chandrayaan-3 mission achieved a significant milestone when it successfully delivered the Vikram lander and Pragyan rover to the lunar surface on August 23rd. However, the rover’s mission may be cut short as the lunar day comes to an end, plunging the surface into darkness. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has decided to put

A remarkable celestial event is set to unfold this weekend, as a recently discovered comet named Nishimura has the potential to be visible to the naked eye. This rare occurrence, which happens once every 437 years, offers stargazers a unique opportunity to witness the beauty of this celestial visitor. In this article, we will delve