Category: Science

A space rock the size of a bus is set to zip past Earth today, making a close but safe flyby. NASA’s Center for Near-Earth Object Studies (CNEOS) has been monitoring Asteroid 2025 DM7 as it hurtles through space at astonishing speeds. While there is no risk of impact, its proximity has sparked scientific interest. How Close Is ‘Close’ in Space Terms? NASA reports that Asteroid 2025 DM7 will come…

NASA is preparing to launch a groundbreaking solar mission that promises to offer a fresh perspective on the Sun’s atmosphere. The Polarimetry to Unify the Corona and Heliosphere (PUNCH) mission, set for liftoff on February 28 aboard a SpaceX rocket, aims to trace the origins of solar winds and track Coronal Mass Ejections (CMEs) with an unprecedented level of detail. A First in Solar Observation For the first time, a…

Mars was once home to vast oceans and sandy beaches, new research suggests. Data from China’s Zhurong rover has revealed buried coastal deposits beneath the planet’s surface, offering the strongest evidence yet that water played a major role in shaping the Red Planet’s history. New Clues Beneath the Martian Surface Since the 1970s, when NASA’s Mariner 9 orbiter first captured images of water-sculpted landscapes, the presence of water on Mars…

Indian scientists have observed an astonishing cosmic event—a gamma-ray flare from a galaxy so distant that its light has been traveling for billions of years. Detected by the Major Atmospheric Cherenkov Experiment (MACE) telescope in Ladakh, this flare is older than Earth itself, offering an extraordinary glimpse into the early universe. A Signal From 8 Billion Light-Years Away Sitting 4.3 kilometers above sea level in Hanle, Ladakh, the MACE telescope…

Asteroid 2024 YR4 has officially landed on NASA’s risk watchlist, drawing significant attention from space experts and the public alike. The space rock, estimated to be between 130 and 300 feet in diameter, is expected to make a close approach on December 22, 2032. While the risk of impact remains low, NASA has increased its threat level assessment as new trajectory data emerges. How Serious Is the Risk? NASA’s recent…

In science fiction, black holes are often depicted as colossal cosmic beasts, devouring everything in their path. But what if a black hole, smaller than a grain of sand, passed right through your body? A recent study explores this mind-bending scenario, uncovering both the risks and the near-impossibility of such an event occurring. Could Tiny Black Holes Really Exist? Primordial black holes have been a subject of intense debate among…

NASA has adjusted its schedule for the upcoming Crew-10 mission, opting for a previously flown SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule instead of a new one. This decision moves the launch date up to March 12 and facilitates an earlier return for astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, who have spent longer than expected on the International Space Station (ISS) due to Boeing’s ongoing issues with its Starliner capsule. Mission Adjustment to…

Scientists have uncovered evidence that Earth’s inner core, once thought to be a stable, solid sphere, may have experienced significant shape changes over the past two decades. Using seismic data, researchers found that parts of the inner core may have deformed by as much as 100 meters, raising questions about its impact on Earth’s magnetic field and long-term planetary stability. A Shifting Core Beneath Our Feet The Earth’s core has…

A recently discovered asteroid, designated 2024 YR4, has garnered significant attention due to its potential to collide with Earth on December 22, 2032. Measuring between 40 and 90 meters in diameter, this space rock could unleash energy comparable to 100 times that of the Hiroshima bomb if it impacts our planet. Discovery and Initial Observations On December 27, 2024, astronomers at the ATLAS telescope in Río Hurtado, Chile, identified 2024…

A newly discovered asteroid, 2024 YR4, has caught the attention of astronomers worldwide. Measuring the size of a 32-story building, this celestial object is hurtling through space at high speed. The big question—does it pose a threat to Earth? Scientists are closely analyzing its trajectory to determine whether there’s any real cause for concern. Tracking 2024 YR4’s Path Through Space Observatories worldwide have been tracking the movement of 2024 YR4…