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Astronauts’ Unexpected Space Sojourn: A Saga of Perseverance and Precision

Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams unexpectedly extended their ISS mission from eight days to nine months due to technical issues with Boeing’s Starliner. The astronauts’ return will be facilitated by SpaceX’s dependable Dragon capsule, underscoring a focus on safety and expertise. Despite

14 March 2025

News·SpaceX Launches·Starlink Satellites·Stars

SpaceX Launches Turn to Unexpected Earthly Visits: Rocket Debris Lands in Poland

SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket, launching Starlink satellites, experienced an unexpected reentry mishap during its February mission. The rocket’s second stage failed to complete its planned deorbit burn due to an oxygen system leak, causing debris to scatter in Poland. No injuries were

23 February 2025

News·Space Tourism·Stars

SpaceX’s New Dawn! Revolutionizing Space Tourism Forever

SpaceX is transforming space travel by focusing on space tourism for civilians with its Starship orbital flights. The initiative aims to combine luxury and adventure, offering experiences like gourmet dining and celestial spas in space. Innovative capsule designs with panoramic views promise

23 February 2025

Asteroid 2024 YR4·News·Stars

Cosmic Showdown: Will Asteroid 2024 YR4 Strike Earth?

Asteroid 2024 YR4 has a 2.3% chance of impacting Earth, prompting intensive study by astronomers. Advanced tools like the James Webb Space Telescope and the upcoming Vera C. Rubin Observatory play vital roles in monitoring YR4. Historical events, such as Tunguska, emphasize

23 February 2025

Astrobiology·News·Stars·Telescopes

Supernova Shockwave: How Cosmic Radiation Could Have Shaped Life on Earth

An ancient supernova, occurring around 2.5 million years ago, may have profoundly impacted Earth’s evolutionary trajectory. The event emitted radiation that likely affected Earth’s atmosphere and living organisms, including altering DNA. Lake Tanganyika might have been a hotspot for viral evolution, influenced

23 February 2025

Astrobiology·Cosmology·Galaxies·News·Stars·Telescopes

The Celestial Color Revolution: How SPHEREx Will Transform Our View of the Universe

SPHEREx, a cutting-edge infrared telescope by NASA, will map the entire sky in 96 spectral bands, surpassing previous telescopic capabilities. It aims to capture images of over one billion galaxies, 100 million stars, and 10,000 asteroids, creating a comprehensive map of the

23 February 2025

News·Stars

Battle in the Stars: DOJ Aims to End Legal Standoff with SpaceX

The Department of Justice (DOJ) is taking significant legal action against SpaceX over alleged immigration discrimination, aiming to dismiss the case with prejudice to prevent reopening the claims. The case focuses on accusations that SpaceX discouraged hiring asylees and refugees, citing legal

23 February 2025

Astrobiology·Exoplanets·News·Planets·Stars·Supernova Remnants

Did a Supernova Help Shape Life on Earth?

A supernova explosion 2.5 million years ago showered Earth with radiation, leaving iron-60 isotopes across the planet. This cosmic event may have fractured DNA in Lake Tanganyika, boosting viral diversity in the region. Researchers discovered traces of iron-60 in lakebed samples, indicating

23 February 2025

News·Stars·Telescopes

The “City-Killer” Asteroid: Could Earth Face Catastrophic Impact in 2032?

A newly identified asteroid has a 1.6% chance of impacting Earth in 2032, causing potential large-scale devastation. NASA and global astronomers are prioritizing its monitoring to collect crucial orbital data and explore deflection strategies. Current deflection methods include using kinetic impactors, despite

23 February 2025

News·Space Tourism·Stars·Telescopes

Spectacular Light Show Captured Near the Milky Way’s Central Black Hole

The James Webb Space Telescope captured dramatic, radiant flares from Sagittarius A, the supermassive black hole at the Milky Way’s center. Sagittarius A exhibits unpredictable and energetic luminosity, differing from typical black holes, providing extraordinary astronomical observations. Flashes of light emerge from

23 February 2025

Galaxies·News·Stars·Telescopes

Unlocking the Cosmos: College Students Dive Into Astronomy

The Department of Physics at Karimganj College held an inspiring one-day astronomy workshop on February 21, 2025, led by the IUCAA Centre for Astronomy Research and Development (ICARD). The event featured engaging sessions by prominent speakers, including Dr. Ramanuj Chakraborty and Prof.

23 February 2025

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Stars - Page 54

Astronauts’ Unexpected Space Sojourn: A Saga of Perseverance and Precision

SpaceX Launches Turn to Unexpected Earthly Visits: Rocket Debris Lands in Poland

SpaceX’s New Dawn! Revolutionizing Space Tourism Forever

Cosmic Showdown: Will Asteroid 2024 YR4 Strike Earth?

Supernova Shockwave: How Cosmic Radiation Could Have Shaped Life on Earth

The Celestial Color Revolution: How SPHEREx Will Transform Our View of the Universe

Battle in the Stars: DOJ Aims to End Legal Standoff with SpaceX

Did a Supernova Help Shape Life on Earth?

The “City-Killer” Asteroid: Could Earth Face Catastrophic Impact in 2032?

Spectacular Light Show Captured Near the Milky Way’s Central Black Hole

Unlocking the Cosmos: College Students Dive Into Astronomy

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