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SpaceX’s Starlink Satellites Are Burning Up: What It Means for the Future of Space

30 January 2025

SpaceX is incinerating 4 to 5 Starlink satellites daily, enhancing the deorbiting rate. February 2024 has witnessed 87 satellites deorbited, many due to performance issues. A total of 817 out of 7,821 launched Starlink satellites have been retired. Proactive safety measures are

News·Planets

NASA Astronauts Triumph in Epic Spacewalk, Breaking New Records

30 January 2025

NASA astronauts successfully repaired a malfunctioning radio communications unit during a spacewalk after two previous attempts. The spacewalk lasted 5 hours and 26 minutes, allowing the team to enjoy stunning views of Earth from the International Space Station. The astronauts utilized the

Exoplanets·News·Planets·Stars·Telescopes

Revolutionary Discovery: Two New Planets Transform Our Understanding of the WASP-132 System

30 January 2025

The WASP-132 system contains two exoplanets: an inner super-Earth and an outer icy giant. The inner super-Earth orbits its star in just 24 hours, while the icy giant takes five years to complete its orbit. This discovery challenges the belief that hot

Asteroid 2024 YR4·News·Stars·Telescopes

Is Asteroid 2024 YR4 a Real Threat? Here’s What You Need to Know

30 January 2025

Asteroid 2024 YR4, measuring 196 feet wide, is expected to pass just 66,000 miles from Earth on December 22, 2032. The asteroid carries a 1 in 83 chance of impacting Earth, according to NASA and the European Space Agency. Potential effects range

Asteroid 2024 YR4·Astrobiology·News·Telescopes

Is a Christmas Asteroid Headed Our Way? Find Out the Surprising Truth

30 January 2025

Astronomers have identified asteroid 2024 YR4, which is approximately 200 feet wide, with a 1.3% chance of impacting Earth on December 22, 2032. The probability of impact has recently increased to 1 in 83, raising concerns within the scientific community. Despite its

Astrobiology·Exoplanets·News·Planets·Stars

Could Aliens on Earth-Like Planets Be Watching Us Right Now?

30 January 2025

The TRAPPIST-1 system contains seven Earth-like planets orbiting a red dwarf star. Scientists led by Nick Tusay are searching for signs of intelligent life among these planets. Current efforts have not yet detected radio signals, but this does not eliminate the possibility

Exoplanets·News·Planetary Science·Planets·Stars·Telescopes

Planeta Reimagined! How AI is Transforming Our Understanding of Planets

30 January 2025

Artificial intelligence enhances exoplanet exploration by accelerating discoveries and offering deeper insights into distant celestial bodies. AI algorithms can analyze extensive datasets swiftly, identifying potential exoplanets more accurately than traditional methods. AI-driven image processing improves clarity and detail in planetary images, aiding

News·Space Tourism·Stars

How SpaceX’s Starship Could Revolutionize the Way We Explore and Connect

30 January 2025

Starship’s integration with Starlink is revolutionizing global communication, enhancing Internet access worldwide. AI technology in Starship aims to increase safety by reducing human error in space operations. Closed-loop life support systems in Starship promote sustainable practices that could be applied to Earth’s

News·Telescopes

Oops! Astronomers Mistake Elon Musk’s Tesla for a Near-Earth Asteroid

30 January 2025

The International Astronomical Union mistakenly identified Elon Musk’s Tesla Roadster as a new near-Earth asteroid, highlighting challenges in space observation. The incident illustrates the increasing occurrence of misidentifying human-made objects as celestial bodies. Enhanced tracking and transparency of space debris are essential