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In the heart of the Milky Way is a black hole millions of times more massive than our sun, but does that mean we're destined ...

The James Webb Space Telescope's Near-Infrared Camera (NIRCam) reveals a stunning view of star-forming region Sagittarius C ...

Created using data from two extensive surveys, this spectacular radio image of the galactic plane of the Milky Way provides valuable insights into the birth and death of stars.

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NASA has announced that the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS will approach Earth on October 29, 2025, marking its closest ...

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The Vera Rubin Observatory (VRO) hasn't yet begun its much-anticipated Legacy Survey of Space and Time. But it saw its first ...

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While the comet poses no threat to the Earth, its uniquely positioned trajectory and origin have caught the attention of ...