DARPA accidentally detects SpaceX Falcon 9 reentry using Earth's atmosphere as a giant sensor
The researchers at DARPA were experimenting while using Earth's atmosphere as a sensor, and it led to an incredible discovery.
4 days ago
Astronomers discover stinky sulfur can reveal exceptional details about extraterrestrial life on other planets
Smell can be a powerful tool, and the presence of a sulfur odor in the atmosphere of a planet can help astronomers find extraterrestrial life on it.
6 days ago
NASA reveals strange concealed electric field on Earth responsible for generating 'supersonic' wind
Astronomers have been trying to find the electric field around the planet for years and now, they may finally have a clue about its existence.
Mar 27, 2025
NASA researchers are intrigued by a mysterious floating mass in space
Space really is the final frontier as there are unknown elements that float in the nothingness, a new one adds to the list of mysteries.
Mar 26, 2025
NASA satellite captures the power of an asteroid that deformed a mountain on impact
Asteroid collisions are significant events in the list of space anomalies, and the recent discovery shows how they change Earth's landscape.
Mar 24, 2025
NASA scientists examine ‘life on Mars’ as a rock from the surface contains clues about microbial life
NASA’s Mars rover might just carry with it the answers to life on the planet, both past and future.
Mar 22, 2025
NASA analysis shows global sea level rise exceeded scientists' expectations in 2024
Global shifts in environmental factors could be an indication of future consequences as a global rise in water levels suggests glacial changes.
Mar 20, 2025
What happens to the human body when stuck in space for too long? NASA explains mind-boggling effects
Living in space may seem like bliss from afar to many, but its toll on the human body cannot be discounted.
Mar 11, 2025
What does space smell like? NASA experts reveal the surprising answer
After the astronauts perform extravehicular activities (EVAs), once they return to the spacecraft, their colleagues can take a whiff of it.
Mar 10, 2025
NASA addresses reports of 'sonic boom,' confirms meteorites fell across Washington County
The fall site is heavily forested, making it extremely challenging for scientists to locate meteorites.
Mar 10, 2025
NASA scientist reveals what would happen to your body in the vacuum of space without a spacesuit
In the absence of atmospheric pressure, a space traveler without a protection suit would undergo rapid and significant bodily changes.
Mar 6, 2025
The Different Types of Comets Explained
Comets, time capsules of primordial materials from 4.6 billion years ago, are explained here in detail, covering every type.
Dec 15, 2023
The entirety of the US history happened within just one Pluto orbit
From the Declaration of Independence in 1776 to the present day, the American saga of liberty, innovation, and cultural evolution has unfolded within just one Plutonian year.
Dec 8, 2023
Images of extraterrestrial world surfaces
Take a look at the diverse imagery and unique characteristics of the eight extraterrestrial terrains where humanity has successfully deployed robotic explorers.
Nov 7, 2023
Is buying a star legitimate?
A common gift idea for that special astronomy lover in your life is to name a star after them, but can you really buy a star or is this a gimmick?
Nov 1, 2023
The Largest Moons in Our Solar System
From Ganymede to Titan: Join us on a celestial journey as we detail the grandeur of the solar system's ten most massive moons.
Oct 30, 2023
Current theories on what could be bigger than the universe
Let’s explore the various theories and current science relating to what is “beyond” or “bigger” than the universe.
Oct 9, 2023
How long does it take to get to each planet?
Unsurprisingly, the answer is not set in stone. Variables like the planet's position, spacecraft speed, trajectory, payload weight, and fuel efficiency come into play.
Sep 27, 2023
how to identify a meteorite
You pick up a strange-looking rock, its surface unlike anything you've seen before, and for a moment, you wonder: Could this be a fragment from space?
Sep 22, 2023
How to Get Your Meteorite Tested by a Laboratory
From understanding the initial indicators that differentiate a meteorite from a mere Earth rock to the nitty-gritty of working with specialized labs, my article will walk you through every step.
Sep 7, 2023