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Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope discovered powerful "galaxy-killing" winds that blow away the gas needed to form new stars, finally explaining why so many massive galaxies in the early universe died young. The finding shows how rapidly growing galaxies essentially destroyed themselves.
NASA wants your help spotting cosmic clues in stunning new telescope images. Anyone with a smartphone can join Galaxy Zoo: Tidal Tales and help astronomers understand how galaxies grow and change.
Astronomers discovered a powerful cosmic explosion coming from a tiny, hidden galaxy nestled inside an ancient stream of gas and dust. The collision of two neutron stars inside this mini-galaxy could solve mysteries about where precious metals like gold and platinum come from.
Scientists finally figured out why a neighboring galaxy has been spinning strangely for decades. A catastrophic collision with its larger sister galaxy millions of years ago left it reeling in a cosmic twist.
The James Webb Space Telescope has revealed an incredible portrait of spiral galaxy NGC 5134, showcasing glowing dust clouds and newborn stars in stunning detail. Located 65 million light-years away, the galaxy offers scientists a front-row seat to watch stars being born, living, and recycling their materials back into space.
The James Webb Space Telescope is discovering galaxies so old and bright they're forcing scientists to rewrite theories about the universe's first moments. These impossible galaxies are revealing that the early cosmos was far more complex than anyone imagined.
Astrophotographer Greg Meyer spent 21 hours capturing a stunning image of two galaxies colliding in deep space, revealing a cosmic dance that's been unfolding for hundreds of millions of years. The breathtaking photo shows the Antennae Galaxies locked in a gravitational embrace that's creating thousands of new stars.
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope discovered a unique "stingray" galaxy that finally explains one of astronomy's strangest puzzles. Scientists believe these mysterious cosmic objects aren't a new type of galaxy at all, but a brief evolutionary phase every galaxy goes through.
Astronomers tracked a mysterious high-energy neutrino back to Shadow Blaster, a brilliant star-forming galaxy that's been beaming cosmic particles across the universe for 11 billion years. This discovery reveals how ancient galaxies might account for the trillions of invisible particles streaming through our bodies every second.
Scientists have discovered a galaxy frozen in time from just 800 million years after the Big Bang, revealing what the universe looked like before stars created the building blocks of life. This ancient galaxy contains almost no heavy elements, making it the most chemically primitive ever observed.
Scientists found the remains of an ancient dwarf galaxy buried inside our own Milky Way, consumed billions of years ago. The discovery reveals new clues about how galaxies grow and evolve over time.
Scientists are calling for more collaborations between artists and researchers to rebuild public confidence in science. The strategy comes as funding cuts threaten research programs worldwide.
An amateur astrophotographer in Canada captured a stunning image of colliding galaxies nicknamed "The Eyes" using equipment from his backyard. His photo reveals cosmic rivers of dust and gas flowing between two galaxies locked in a gravitational dance.
The James Webb Space Telescope discovered a rare "jellyfish galaxy" 8.5 billion light-years away, sporting glowing tentacles of newborn stars. The cosmic oddity is helping scientists understand how galaxies form stars in the most unexpected places.
A stunning new Hubble image shows spiral galaxy M88 on an epic voyage to the heart of its galactic neighborhood. Scientists are watching how this cosmic journey will reshape the galaxy over millions of years.
The James Webb Space Telescope has captured stunning images of a spiral galaxy whose light began traveling toward Earth 65 million years ago, just after the dinosaurs went extinct. The detailed photos reveal the intricate structure of NGC 5134, helping scientists understand distant galaxies across the universe.
A major science organization is launching a digital series that shows how Earth science research translates into real solutions for communities worldwide. The series premiews in December 2026 and goes global in January 2027.
The Hubble Space Telescope captured stunning images of galaxy M88 as it embarks on an epic cosmic voyage that will reshape its future. This spiral galaxy is traveling two million light-years to reach the heart of its galactic neighborhood.
The James Webb Space Telescope has captured stunning images of a galaxy nicknamed the "cosmic jellyfish" that existed 8.5 billion years ago. The discovery is rewriting what scientists thought they knew about how galaxies evolved in the early universe.
The James Webb Space Telescope captured a stunning "cosmic jellyfish" galaxy that's rewriting what scientists thought they knew about how galaxies evolved 8.5 billion years ago. The discovery shows the early universe was far more dynamic than expected.
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