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Long before spacecraft visited distant worlds, meteorites were delivering cosmic samples to Earth for free. These ancient space rocks continue to reveal the Solar System's birth story and guide modern exploration.
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope photographed a star nursery that mirrors conditions from billions of years ago. Scientists can now study how the first stars formed after the Big Bang.
Scientists just discovered that a comet from another star system looks remarkably like icy worlds in our own cosmic backyard. The finding suggests planet formation might work the same way across the galaxy.
Astronomers have captured the most detailed images yet of Pa 30, a spectacular supernova remnant witnessed by humans 850 years ago, revealing a rare "zombie star" at its center. The discovery could help scientists find similar cosmic treasures hiding in our galaxy.
The James Webb Space Telescope discovered the most distant ring galaxy ever found, glowing with newborn stars just 2.1 billion years after the Big Bang. The rare find offers scientists a window into how galaxies formed and collided in the early universe.
Researchers built Lumina, the largest simulation ever of the early universe, giving astronomers a powerful new tool to unlock cosmic mysteries. The digital cosmos recreates how stars, galaxies, and black holes emerged after the Big Bang.
A scorching planet 280 light-years away defies expectations by maintaining a thick atmosphere that reflects 75% of starlight. Scientists believe clouds of minerals act like a protective shield while molten rock continuously feeds fresh gases into the air.
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope just pulled back the curtain on a stellar nursery 3,300 light-years away, revealing over 130 newborn stars that were completely invisible until now. The stunning images are already changing how scientists understand star birth.
Scientists have found that some white dwarf stars can shine in stunning colors like green, yellow, cyan, pink, and purple. The discovery rewrites what we thought we knew about the colors stars can be.
The James Webb Space Telescope spotted something lighting up twice in what appeared to be completely empty sky. Scientists have no idea what it is, and the possibilities are thrilling.
The James Webb Space Telescope discovered a surprising abundance of heavy metals swirling around our galaxy's central black hole. These metals could reveal how Earth got its own supply of precious elements like iron and gold.
Valdosta State University is opening its planetarium for four free astronomy shows this Friday, complete with rooftop telescope viewing of the moon, planets, and stars. The event celebrates 400 years of telescope innovation, from Galileo's first observations to the James Webb Space Telescope.