Mysterious giant structure challenges our understanding of the universe
The "Big Ring on the Sky" is about 1.3 billion light-years in diameter, with a circumference of about four billion light-years.
Solar storm to hit Earth hard, causing radio blackouts
Experts have warned of radio disruptions and bright auroras as a result of the record-setting flare.
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Sustained "artificial sun" promised by 2026 in fusion energy upgrade
The upgrade marks an exciting step in the development of near-limitless fusion energy around the world.
Surprising video reveals that you can hear temperature
"Prepare to have your mind blown," a TikToker revealed.
Fusion breakthrough as near-limitless energy comes closer to reality
The discovery promises to increase the efficiency of nuclear fusion reactors.
Rare "ghosts" seen in Earth's upper atmosphere explained by physicists
The mysterious atmospheric "ghosts"—which glow green—are "exceptionally rare," occurring alongside special types of lightning known as sprites.
Physicists enter "new frontier" for quantum computing
A breakthrough may lead the way to more robust quantum computing and support research in fundamental physics.
Ghostly galaxy haunting astronomers reappears—'a real monster'
"It's potentially telling us there's a whole population of galaxies that have been hiding from us," said Jed McKinney of The University of Texas at Austin.
Meteoroids may have brought building block of life to Earth's birthplace
Nitrogen compounds may have made their way to Earth via tiny meteoroids, scientists have found.
Scientists explain the physics behind the witchcraft of the Devil's Church
"A shamanic practitioner may feel the presence of an exceptional energy," archaeologist Riitta Rainio said of the acoustic resonance inside the cave.
"Vampire" stars may steal mass to become strange cosmic phenomenon
Scientists hope the discovery could explain several other mysteries and improve our comprehension of how the universe works.
Space travel could increase risk of unfortunate symptom in male astronauts
A new study found that changes in blood vessels can occur from even low doses of galactic cosmic radiation, causing erectile dysfunction.
Scientists explain exactly how alien life may have begun
Comets may be able to supply faraway planets with organic materials, which contain the building blocks for potential extraterrestrial life.
Dark matter's secrets crash to Earth in chicken roast bag
After the SuperBIT balloon telescope crashed to Earth, its important data was saved thanks to a Data Recovery System that parachuted separately to the ground.
Enormous cosmic energy burst struck Earth so hard it scrambled radios
The energy beam was the highest energetic gamma-ray burst ever recorded by mankind, a space weather scientist said.
Astronomers create planet-by-planet guide to our galaxy
Closer study of the exoplanets listed in the guide could one day lead astronomers to alien life.
Iceland live cams watch volcano ahead of likely eruption
There is a "significant likelihood of a volcanic eruption in the coming days" according to the Icelandic Meteorological Office, sparking evacuations.
Why NASA will lose contact with its Mars Rovers for two days
NASA won't get updates from its space probes due to Mars being on the opposite side of the sun to Earth.
MIT physicists make first "zombie" electron crystal for superconductor
Scientists have discovered how to trap electrons inside three-dimensional crystals with special woven-like structures.
Saturn's rings will disappear in 2025—Here's why
The rings are incredibly thin, with a vertical height of around 30 feet in some places.
Ancient astronomy book found in box sells for $12K: "Amazing discovery"
The ancient book was published before Galileo was born, making it one of the first astronomy texts published in the English language.
Lost planet Theia is hidden inside the Earth, new study says
Two strange blobs discovered deep within the Earth are the remains of the long-lost ancient planet that contributed to the moon's creation.
NASA telescopes spot bones of "ghostly" cosmic hand
This marks the second astronomical apparition revealed by NASA this Halloween week.
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How space junk is making the sky more metallic
Pollution in the stratosphere is likely due to the huge amount of space junk we have in orbit falling back into the atmosphere one by one.
Super waterproof material one step closer as scientists reveal new nanotech
"Our work is the first time that anyone has gone directly to the nanometer-level," Sakari Lepikko, lead author of the study, said in a statement.
The moon is 40 million years older than scientists thought
By studying moon dust collected in 1972, scientists have come one step closer to understanding the mysterious origins of our planet's largest satellite.
Hubble pictures "face-on" spiral galaxy with pink, orange bubbles
The image taken by the Hubble Space Telescope shows the spiral galaxy around 30 million light-years away up close, in all its glory.
Dwarf planet near Mars could help us find alien life
Organic matter found on the planet could point to how habitable it is for alien life.
Giant ice planets smashed together in blaze of light—"Complete surprise"
Astronomers have discovered the remnants of two huge planets that collided violently in a distant solar system, sending plumes of dust floating into space.
Lost colorful beauty of ancient Greek Parthenon marbles revealed
The original appearance of the iconic sculptures, considered one of the "pinnacles" of ancient Greek art, has remained a mystery for centuries.