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Scientists Discover Mysterious Pulsar That Defies Cosmic Expectations

16 January 2025

In a groundbreaking discovery, astronomers have identified a pulsar that challenges existing theories about neutron stars. Named ASKAP J1839-0756, this cosmic object spins once every 6.5 hours, making it the slowest known pulsar, and casting doubt on our understanding of how these

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Stargazers Rejoice: A Celestial Spectacle Awaits in the Southern Hemisphere

16 January 2025

Stargazers are in for a treat this week in the Southern Hemisphere, with the appearance of Comet C/2024 G3 (ATLAS) alongside a rare congregation of nearly all visible planets. The comet, recently invigorated by its close encounter with the Sun, is expected

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India Achieves Historic Milestone in Space with Successful Unmanned Docking

16 January 2025

India has secured its position among the world’s elite space powers by successfully completing an unmanned docking operation in space, becoming only the fourth nation to do so. This achievement follows similar advancements by the United States, Russia, and China, marking a

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New Research Reveals Surprising Behavior of Giant Black Holes

16 January 2025

Recent observations have unveiled unexpected phenomena surrounding supermassive black holes (SMBHs), challenging established astronomical theories. A team from MIT has captured data indicating that an SMBH in a nearby galaxy is consuming a white dwarf star—but rather than tearing it apart, the

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SpaceX Rocket Debris Disrupts Air Travel, Causing Significant Delays

16 January 2025

In recent weeks, airlines have faced numerous flight delays due to debris from SpaceX rockets re-entering the Earth’s atmosphere. This ongoing issue dates back years, with previous incidents causing massive disruptions in air travel. Australian airline Qantas has reported significant flight delays,

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NASA’s James Webb Telescope Unveils Stunning Supernova Remnants

16 January 2025

NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has captured unprecedented images of one of the earliest known supernovas, offering an intricate view reminiscent of wood grain. The photos illustrate the aftermath of a massive star’s core collapse, which generated a shockwave that propelled

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A Doorbell Camera Captures Historic Meteorite Strike on Prince Edward Island

16 January 2025

A doorbell camera has provided a rare glimpse of a meteorite impact, marking a historic first for Prince Edward Island. The incident, captured in July 2024, occurred outside the home of Laura Kelly and her partner Joe, resulting in an audible explosion

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Blue Origin Launch Delayed Due to Ice Buildup in Rocket System

16 January 2025

Blue Origin has postponed the inaugural launch of its New Glenn rocket due to technical difficulties related to ice formation. The company revealed that the issue stemmed from a purge line in an auxiliary power unit crucial for operating hydraulic systems. The

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Stoke Space Secures $260 Million Series C, Aims to Pioneer Fully Reusable Rockets

16 January 2025

Stoke Space, a Y Combinator alumnus, has successfully raised $260 million in its Series C funding round, bringing its total capital raised to an impressive $480 million. This significant investment comes in the wake of a $100 million funding boost just last