A spectacular event is set to take place in the sky on June 3 and 4, 2024. Six planets of our Solar System – Mercury, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune, and Uranus – will align in what is known as a planet parade. This alignment, also including Earth’s waning crescent moon, is a rare sight that
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Gliese-12b, a newly discovered exoplanet located just 40 light-years away from our Solar System, has sparked immense interest in the scientific community. The similarities it shares with Earth, including a comparable radius and potentially rocky composition, make it a prime candidate for further study. Astrophysicist Shishir Dholakia of the University of Southern Queensland sees great
A recent discovery in astrophysics has shed light on the spin speed of a supermassive black hole located a billion light-years away from Earth. Through the observation of changes in light emitted as the black hole became active and consumed matter, scientists were able to determine the rate at which the black hole rotates on
The discovery of merging supermassive black holes, just 740 million years after the Big Bang, sheds light on the enigmatic origins of these cosmic giants. While smaller black holes can be explained by the collapse of massive stars, the rapid growth of supermassive black holes poses a significant challenge to astronomers. The traditional theory of
The recent research findings regarding the mechanics of matter falling into a black hole have shed light on a phenomenon predicted by Einstein’s theory of gravity. The discovery of the ‘plunging region’ outside the event horizon of a black hole has provided new insights into the behavior of matter as it approaches the point of
In May 2024, Earth experienced a powerful solar storm that not only lit up the skies with dazzling auroras but also had a significant impact on Earth’s magnetic field, even reaching the depths of the ocean. This event provided valuable data for scientists to better understand the effects of solar activity on our planet. Solar
In the realm of astronomy, new and intriguing phenomena are constantly being discovered. One such recent discovery is that of Odd Radio Circles (ORCs), massive rings of radio waves expanding throughout the cosmos. These ORCs, larger than entire galaxies, have left scientists scratching their heads as they try to unravel the mystery behind their formation
When we think of the Milky Way, we often picture a massive spiral galaxy that has existed for billions of years. However, recent studies by astronomers have uncovered evidence suggesting that there are remnants of an even earlier era surrounding us. A group of researchers from MIT made a groundbreaking discovery – three ancient stars
Stars are a fascinating subject of study due to their variety in size, brightness, and longevity. Among them are ultracool dwarfs, small and dim stars that present unique challenges for astronomers. Recently, a team of researchers discovered an Earth-sized exoplanet in orbit around an ultracool dwarf named SPECULOOS-3, located just 55 light-years away from our
In the vast expanse of the galaxy, where the universe never ceases to amaze us with its peculiarities, one exoplanet stands out from the rest. Located at a distance of 1,232 light-years away, WASP-193b is a true enigma. Despite being nearly 50 percent larger than Jupiter, this celestial body is so light and fluffy that
Perseverance, the rover launched in July 2020, has been exploring the ancient lake bed within the Jezero Crater on Mars for over 1000 days. This crater, once home to a vast body of water, holds the key to unraveling the mysteries of ancient Martian life. The mission of Perseverance was to study the geology, climate,
Last week, the world witnessed a stunning display of aurora lights as a result of a massive solar flare. These colorful lights painted the sky in both hemispheres, reaching as far south as Hawaii and as far north as Mackay. While the rare and mesmerizing spectacle has now ended, it is important to understand the