In the year 1181, a phenomenon of celestial brilliance took over the night sky, captivating the ancient observers for an impressive 185 days. This stunning event was none other than a rare supernova explosion, an occurrence that has puzzled scientists for centuries. Records from that time reveal that this supernova appeared as a radiant ‘star’ […]

Messier 106, also known as NGC 4258, is a magnificent spiral galaxy residing in the constellation of Canes Venatici (The Hunting Dogs). This celestial marvel is a true standout amongst the many galaxies that populate this northern region of the night sky, showcasing its splendor alongside renowned neighbors like the Whirlpool Galaxy (M51), the Sunflower […]

On September 26, 2022, NASA’s Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) spacecraft successfully deflected the 170-meter-wide asteroid Dimorphos, proving the effectiveness of asteroid deflection tactics. However, a new study by a group of scientists reveals that the impact not only altered Dimorphos’ orbit but also significantly changed its shape. Before the collision, Dimorphos was known to […]

Rosemary Coogan, a candidate for the European Space Agency (ESA) astronaut program, recently completed winter survival training in the snowy mountains of the Spanish Pyrenees. This training is an important component of the basic astronaut training program as it prepares candidates for the possibility of a spacecraft landing in remote or unexpected locations. During the […]

The Republic of Kenya in East Africa is known for its stunning natural landscapes and abundant wildlife reserves. One of the most remarkable aspects of the country is the striking diversity of its landscape, as captured in a false-color image taken by the Copernicus Sentinel-2. In this image, viewers can zoom in to explore the […]

SpaceX has achieved another significant milestone in its ongoing efforts to revolutionize space exploration. During its 30th cargo resupply mission to the International Space Station (ISS), the company successfully launched a Dragon 2 capsule atop a Falcon 9 rocket from Space Launch Complex 40 (SLC-40) at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. This marked […]

Euclid, the spacecraft tasked with investigating the nature of the dark Universe, is facing a common issue that spacecraft encounter in the freezing cold of space – the formation of ice on its optics. However, the Euclid team has devised a new de-icing approach that shows promising results. After months of research and testing, the […]

SpaceX is gearing up for an eventful week with multiple launches scheduled, including two Starlink missions. This will contribute to SpaceX’s goal of breaking records this year, as the company aims to achieve a total of 10 launches in March alone. One of the highlights of the week will be the first launch of a […]

A team of scientists funded by NASA has made a remarkable discovery – long-lasting radio signals emanating from sunspots. Sunspots are regions on the Sun’s surface where the magnetic field is incredibly strong, causing a decrease in surface temperatures and atmospheric pressure. This creates dark spots on the solar surface. The team’s findings demonstrate that […]

Innovative Laser Microjet Technology Revolutionizes X-Ray Optics for Space Observatories Imagine a laser beam being guided by a hair-thin jet of water, resembling a scene from a science fiction movie. This remarkable technology, employed by Synova SA in Switzerland, is revolutionizing the field of X-ray optics. The Laser Microjet machine from Synova, in collaboration with […]