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New Interstellar Object 3I/ATLAS Could Reveal Secrets of Distant Worlds
Astronomers have confirmed the arrival of 3I/ATLAS, only the third interstellar object ever spotted in our solar system. First seen on July 1, 2025, by the ATLAS survey team in Chile, it was quickly identified by its unusual hyperbolic orbit and comet-like tail. Larger and brighter than either 1I/ʻOumuamua or 2I/Borisov, 3I/ATLAS is estimated to b...
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NASA Detects 'Interstellar Visitor' Hurtling Through Solar System
The comet-like body, designated 3I/ATLAS, is hurtling towards the Sun at a speed of over 60 kilometres per second
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James Webb Telescope Detects Methanol and Ethanol Near Young Stars, Hinting at Life’s Origins
NASA’s James Webb Telescope has identified ethanol and methanol isotopes around protostars and HD 100453. These discoveries offer valuable clues about the cosmic origins of life, indicating that comets filled with organic molecules might have seeded early Earth.
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Scientists Spotted the Largest Comet Lying in the Solar System’s Outskirts with Outbursting Gases
NASA confirms comet C/2014 UN271, the largest known from the Oort Cloud, is chemically active. Detected by ALMA from far beyond Neptune, the comet’s carbon monoxide jets offer rare insights into icy body chemistry and early solar system conditions.
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Eta Aquarid Meteor Shower To Dazzle Stargazers. Where, When And How To See It
The Eta Aquarids are viewable in both the Northern and Southern hemispheres during the pre-dawn hours.
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NASA Supercomputer Finds Spiral Structure in the Oort Cloud’s Inner Region
A NASA supercomputer model suggests that the Oort Cloud’s inner structure forms a spiral, influenced by galactic tides. The Oort Cloud, a distant icy shell surrounding the solar system, has remained unobservable due to its vast distance. Researchers believe this finding could redefine understanding of how comets originate and interact with cosmic...
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Comet ATLAS Offers Stunning Display as It Nears the Sun
Comet C/2024 G3 (ATLAS) recently passed within 8 million miles of the Sun, capturing the attention of astronomers. Observed by NASA and ESA’s Solar and Heliospheric Observatory (SOHO), the comet’s tail extended dramatically as it encountered intense solar winds, providing a unique opportunity to study the Sun’s impact on comets. The event, wh...
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Space Missions of 2025: Lunar Landings, Asteroid Sampling, and More
Space exploration in 2025 will see remarkable missions from global agencies like NASA, ESA, China, and Japan. Key initiatives include lunar landings through NASA’s CLPS and Japan’s M2/Resilience, which will test new technologies and study lunar resources. China’s Tianwen-2 mission aims to collect asteroid samples and explore a comet, advancin...
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Asteroids, Comets, and Meteors: What Makes Each Celestial Object Unique
NASA planetary scientists explain that asteroids, comets, and meteors all orbit the Sun but differ greatly in their composition, appearance, and behaviour. These objects play unique roles in understanding the solar system’s formation and evolution.
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October 2024 Skywatching: Comet C/2023 A3, Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, and More Expect Over the Coming Weeks
October 2024 offers fantastic skywatching opportunities, including Comet C/2023 A3 visible from October 14-24, paired with beautiful planetary views of Venus, Saturn, Mars, and Jupiter. The full moon, Europa’s visibility, and other celestial events make this month perfect for sky enthusiasts. Grab your binoculars for an unforgettable experience!
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Bright Space Rock To Light Up Sky This Week, Comet To Visit After 80,000 Years
Comet C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS) is set to make a dramatic appearance in our skies over the next few weeks.
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Comet, Asteroid, Or Something Else? NASA Detects Mysterious Object Hurtling Through Space At 1 Million Miles Per Hour
Moving at a mind-boggling speed of 1 million miles per hour, this unidentified object is racing through the vast expanse of space.
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NASA Concludes NEOWISE Mission After Successful Asteroid Detections
NASA has officially decommissioned the NEOWISE mission, a key component of its planetary defense strategy. Over its more than 10-year lifespan, NEOWISE exceeded its objectives by detecting thousands of asteroids and comets, including many near-Earth objects that could potentially pose a threat to our planet. The infrared data collected by the space...
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The 2024 Perseid Meteor Shower To Peak Tonight: Where And How To Watch
The shower is expected to produce around 50-75 meteors per hour at its peak, with the possibility of fireballs and meteors with long trains.
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Neanderthal Comet: Name, Meaning And Other Details In 5 Points
Neanderthal Comet, a newly discovered comet, could be visible to the naked eye under dark skies, as it approaches Earth on February 1 and 2, according to American space agency NASA.
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New Interstellar Object 3I/ATLAS Could Reveal Secrets of Distant Worlds
Astronomers have confirmed the arrival of 3I/ATLAS, only the third interstellar object ever spotted in our solar system. First seen on July 1, 2025, by the ATLAS survey team in Chile, it was quickly identified by its unusual hyperbolic orbit and comet-like tail. Larger and brighter than either 1I/ʻOumuamua or 2I/Borisov, 3I/ATLAS is estimated to b...
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NASA Detects 'Interstellar Visitor' Hurtling Through Solar System
The comet-like body, designated 3I/ATLAS, is hurtling towards the Sun at a speed of over 60 kilometres per second
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James Webb Telescope Detects Methanol and Ethanol Near Young Stars, Hinting at Life’s Origins
NASA’s James Webb Telescope has identified ethanol and methanol isotopes around protostars and HD 100453. These discoveries offer valuable clues about the cosmic origins of life, indicating that comets filled with organic molecules might have seeded early Earth.
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Scientists Spotted the Largest Comet Lying in the Solar System’s Outskirts with Outbursting Gases
NASA confirms comet C/2014 UN271, the largest known from the Oort Cloud, is chemically active. Detected by ALMA from far beyond Neptune, the comet’s carbon monoxide jets offer rare insights into icy body chemistry and early solar system conditions.
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Eta Aquarid Meteor Shower To Dazzle Stargazers. Where, When And How To See It
The Eta Aquarids are viewable in both the Northern and Southern hemispheres during the pre-dawn hours.
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NASA Supercomputer Finds Spiral Structure in the Oort Cloud’s Inner Region
A NASA supercomputer model suggests that the Oort Cloud’s inner structure forms a spiral, influenced by galactic tides. The Oort Cloud, a distant icy shell surrounding the solar system, has remained unobservable due to its vast distance. Researchers believe this finding could redefine understanding of how comets originate and interact with cosmic...
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Comet ATLAS Offers Stunning Display as It Nears the Sun
Comet C/2024 G3 (ATLAS) recently passed within 8 million miles of the Sun, capturing the attention of astronomers. Observed by NASA and ESA’s Solar and Heliospheric Observatory (SOHO), the comet’s tail extended dramatically as it encountered intense solar winds, providing a unique opportunity to study the Sun’s impact on comets. The event, wh...
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Space Missions of 2025: Lunar Landings, Asteroid Sampling, and More
Space exploration in 2025 will see remarkable missions from global agencies like NASA, ESA, China, and Japan. Key initiatives include lunar landings through NASA’s CLPS and Japan’s M2/Resilience, which will test new technologies and study lunar resources. China’s Tianwen-2 mission aims to collect asteroid samples and explore a comet, advancin...
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Asteroids, Comets, and Meteors: What Makes Each Celestial Object Unique
NASA planetary scientists explain that asteroids, comets, and meteors all orbit the Sun but differ greatly in their composition, appearance, and behaviour. These objects play unique roles in understanding the solar system’s formation and evolution.
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October 2024 Skywatching: Comet C/2023 A3, Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, and More Expect Over the Coming Weeks
October 2024 offers fantastic skywatching opportunities, including Comet C/2023 A3 visible from October 14-24, paired with beautiful planetary views of Venus, Saturn, Mars, and Jupiter. The full moon, Europa’s visibility, and other celestial events make this month perfect for sky enthusiasts. Grab your binoculars for an unforgettable experience!
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Bright Space Rock To Light Up Sky This Week, Comet To Visit After 80,000 Years
Comet C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS) is set to make a dramatic appearance in our skies over the next few weeks.
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Comet, Asteroid, Or Something Else? NASA Detects Mysterious Object Hurtling Through Space At 1 Million Miles Per Hour
Moving at a mind-boggling speed of 1 million miles per hour, this unidentified object is racing through the vast expanse of space.
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NASA Concludes NEOWISE Mission After Successful Asteroid Detections
NASA has officially decommissioned the NEOWISE mission, a key component of its planetary defense strategy. Over its more than 10-year lifespan, NEOWISE exceeded its objectives by detecting thousands of asteroids and comets, including many near-Earth objects that could potentially pose a threat to our planet. The infrared data collected by the space...
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The 2024 Perseid Meteor Shower To Peak Tonight: Where And How To Watch
The shower is expected to produce around 50-75 meteors per hour at its peak, with the possibility of fireballs and meteors with long trains.
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Neanderthal Comet: Name, Meaning And Other Details In 5 Points
Neanderthal Comet, a newly discovered comet, could be visible to the naked eye under dark skies, as it approaches Earth on February 1 and 2, according to American space agency NASA.
