British astronomers have identified a remarkable 'quasi-moon'—a near-Earth asteroid, 2023 FW13, that has been gravitationally bound to our planet since 100 BC and will remain so until AD 3700. This astonishing celestial partner represents one of the most
A groundbreaking new study has finally unravelled the cosmic mystery behind the strange chemical makeup of the only known interstellar comet, 2I/Borisov, using the powerful James Webb Space Telescope.
In a historic breakthrough, scientists have identified a distant 'exoplanet' with an atmosphere capable of supporting life, marking a pivotal moment in the search for habitable worlds beyond Earth.
British scientists are leading the hunt for a hypothetical 'primordial' black hole, a relic from the Big Bang that could rewrite our understanding of the universe's formation and dark matter.
The iconic 'Wow! Signal' – astronomy's greatest enigma – may have a surprising new explanation closer to home, debunking decades of extraterrestrial speculation.
The groundbreaking Square Kilometre Array Observatory faces serious internal turmoil as whistleblowers reveal allegations of bullying, harassment, and questionable financial practices at its Western Australian site, threatening one of astronomy's most amb
A stunning celestial event unfolded as five planets—Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn—aligned in a rare planetary parade, visible from Earth. NASA's Hubble Telescope captured breathtaking images of this cosmic spectacle.
A leading astronomer speaks out about the challenges and controversies surrounding a major telescope project, revealing tensions within the scientific community.
Astronomers have discovered the most compelling evidence yet of potential alien life on a faraway planet, sparking excitement in the scientific community.