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Scientists are about to unlock secrets from a frozen time capsule 3 billion miles away that's been waiting since our solar system was born. Powerful new telescopes will discover thousands of ancient objects that could rewrite what we know about how planets form.
Scientists using a powerful telescope discovered what everyone thought was a dying star is actually a newborn one, rewriting our understanding of a cosmic mystery 4,500 light-years away. The find also helped solve a decades-old puzzle about measuring stellar explosions.
Stargazers are in for a treat this February with a rare moon mission launch, dazzling planet displays, and winter's brightest constellations lighting up the night sky. The month offers something spectacular to see almost every night, from Mercury and Venus dancing together to the brightest star in the sky making its grand appearance.
The largest cosmic map ever created shows the universe isn't forming galaxy clusters as densely as scientists predicted, revealing an exciting puzzle in our understanding of how everything came to be.
You don't need to escape the city to experience the magic of stargazing. Despite light pollution, urban skywatchers can still catch breathtaking views of planets, bright constellations, and the International Space Station right from their neighborhoods.
Photographer Martin Giraud braved freezing temperatures and snow to capture January's full Wolf Moon rising behind the Eiffel Tower in a stunning composite image. His dedication and careful planning resulted in a breathtaking reminder of the natural beauty still visible above our bustling cities.