Scientists discover the first “black hole triple”
Physicists at MIT and Caltech have made an unexpected discovery—a “black hole triple” system, the first of its kind ever found.
While most black holes...
Did some of Earth’s water come from the solar wind?
The source of Earth’s water is an enduring mystery that extends to exoplanets and the notion of habitability.
In broad terms, Earth’s water was either...
New study reveals unusual remains of a historical supernova in 3D
For nearly six months during the year 1181, people looked up to the skies to find a new star glittering in the constellation Cassiopeia.
Chinese...
Scientists uncover the hidden ‘teenage years’ of our universe with new imaging technology
Astrophysicists are eager to explore the universe’s early stages, much like flipping through old photos to remember the past.
However, despite the incredible advancements in...
How bad can solar storms get? Ask the trees
One of the many threats facing space travellers and indeed our own planet is that of Solar Storms.
At their most minor they can grant...
Scientists detect record-breaking gamma rays from the heart of the Milky Way
High in the mountains of Mexico, an international team of researchers has made an exciting discovery at the center of our galaxy.
Using the High-Altitude...
Life on Earth needed “unmelted asteroids”
The word “volatile” is commonly used in the space exploration community, but it has a different meaning than when used otherwise.
In space exploration, volatiles...
How a giant meteorite 3.26 billion years ago may have helped early life thrive
Billions of years ago, Earth was frequently struck by meteorites.
One of the largest impacts occurred around 3.26 billion years ago, and scientists are now...
Unlocking the secrets of space: 70% of meteorites come from just three asteroid families
Scientists have made a major breakthrough in understanding the origins of most meteorites that fall to Earth.
A team of international researchers, including scientists from...
Could life exist below Mars’ ice? New study explores the possibility
A new NASA study suggests that life might be able to survive beneath the frozen ice on Mars.
While no direct evidence of life on...