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From Ancient Egyptian Myths to Astrophysics: A Jewel in the Queen’s Hair

ESA/Hubble — Mon, 20 May 2024 07:11:56 +0000

This stunning Hubble Space Telescope image shows the jewel-bright spiral galaxy NGC 4689, which is located approximately 54 million light-years from Earth in the constellation...

Hubble’s Sharpest View: A Lenticular Galaxy’s Dust and Dark Matter Revealed

ESA/Hubble — Mon, 13 May 2024 07:03:17 +0000

NGC 4753, captured by the Hubble Telescope, reveals intricate dust structures and a dark matter halo. This galaxy serves as a crucial site for studying...

Integral Space Telescope Spots Massive Nuclear Explosions Feeding Neutron Star Jets

European Space Agency (ESA) — Tue, 07 May 2024 20:22:29 +0000

ESA’s gamma-ray space telescope Integral has played a decisive role in capturing jets of matter being expelled into space at one-third the speed of light....

From Inferno to Rainbow: Discovering WASP-76b’s Atmospheric Marvel

European Space Agency (ESA) — Tue, 07 May 2024 00:25:15 +0000

For the first time, potential signs of the rainbow-like ‘glory effect’ have been detected on a planet outside our Solar System. Glory are colorful concentric...

Martian Mirage: Unveiling Namibia’s Otherworldly Terrains

European Space Agency (ESA) — Mon, 06 May 2024 14:07:33 +0000

The Copernicus Sentinel-2 mission captured a stunning false-color image of northwest Namibia, showcasing the arid landscapes of the Kunene and Erongo regions, emphasized by the...

Galactic Wonders: Hubble Explores a Supernova Factory

ESA/Hubble — Mon, 06 May 2024 07:02:44 +0000

Located 240 million light-years away, UGC 9684 is recognized for its regular production of supernovae and new stars, earning the spotlight in recent Hubble observations...

Solar Orbiter Captures the Sun’s Fluffy Corona in Stunning Detail [Video]

European Space Agency (ESA) — Mon, 06 May 2024 01:56:19 +0000

Stunning close-up views of the Sun reveal its dynamic magnetic structures and extreme temperatures, captured by ESA’s Solar Orbiter in collaboration with NASA’s Parker Solar...

Science Simplified: What Is a Neutron Star?

European Space Agency (ESA) — Sun, 05 May 2024 07:25:52 +0000

What Is a Neutron Star? Besides black holes, neutron stars are among the most baffling objects in the Universe. A neutron star is formed in...

Galileo: World’s Most Precise Satellite Navigation System Expands

European Space Agency (ESA) — Sun, 05 May 2024 05:07:57 +0000

Galileo, the world’s most precise satellite navigation system, expanded its constellation with two new satellites launched by SpaceX, enhancing its reliability and precision. The European...

Spiraling Secrets: Unveiling the X-Ray Mysteries of Dwarf Galaxy IC 776

ESA/Hubble — Mon, 29 Apr 2024 07:02:19 +0000

IC 776, a dwarf galaxy located in the Virgo galaxy cluster, is the subject of intensive study due to its emission of X-rays, offering insights...

Einstein Probe Unleashes Its Innovative X-Ray Lobster-Eye Optics on the Cosmos

European Space Agency (ESA) — Mon, 29 Apr 2024 00:05:22 +0000

The Einstein Probe successfully demonstrates X-ray surveillance capabilities through its innovative lobster-eye optics. The first images captured by the innovative mission were presented at the...

Mars Express Discovers Mysterious Martian “Spiders”

European Space Agency (ESA) — Sun, 28 Apr 2024 09:41:28 +0000

The European Space Agency’s Mars Express has snapped the telltale traces of ‘spiders’ scattered across the southern polar region of Mars. Rather than being actual...

Venus Unveiled: Carbon and Oxygen Caught Escaping Into Space

Europlanet — Sat, 27 Apr 2024 17:43:17 +0000

New findings from BepiColombo show escape of heavy ions from Venus, hinting at complex atmospheric dynamics. A fleeting visit of the European Space Agency (ESA)/Japan...

Hubble Celebrates 34th Anniversary With a Spectacular View of the Little Dumbbell Nebula

Space Telescope Science Institute — Thu, 25 Apr 2024 08:25:48 +0000

Glowing Bipolar Bubble From Dying Star Expands Into Space In celebration of the 34th anniversary of the launch of NASA’s legendary Hubble Space Telescope on...

Rare Glimpse of “Doomed” SOHO Comet During Solar Eclipse

European Space Agency (ESA) — Tue, 23 Apr 2024 16:04:54 +0000

Comet SOHO-5008 was discovered by a citizen scientist and captured during a solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, before it disintegrated near the Sun, showcasing...

Hubble Unmasks the Luminous Core of a Historic Spiral Galaxy

ESA/Hubble — Mon, 22 Apr 2024 07:22:53 +0000

Hubble’s detailed image of the spiral galaxy ESO 422-41 highlights both its star-filled structure and historical significance in astronomical surveys. This Hubble Picture of the...

Mars Express Marks 25,000 Orbits With a Spectacular Martian Showcase

European Space Agency (ESA) — Sat, 20 Apr 2024 20:37:54 +0000

Mars Express marks 25,000 orbits with a new image of Mars, showcasing volcanoes and the moon Phobos, highlighting the mission’s ongoing contributions to Martian science....

Callisto Conquered: Juice Nails Flyby Test With Flawless Finesse

European Space Agency (ESA) — Sat, 20 Apr 2024 15:32:31 +0000

ESA tested the Juice spacecraft’s navigation software on an engineering model to prepare for a 2031 flyby of Callisto, ensuring it can autonomously navigate despite...

Dubai’s Desert Deluge: Satellite Snaps Unusual Flooding Fiasco

European Space Agency (ESA) — Sat, 20 Apr 2024 02:28:35 +0000

Recent torrential rains in Dubai caused widespread flooding, submerging roads and affecting flights. Over 250 mm (~10 inches) of rain fell across the UAE in...

Scientists Surprised by Sleeping Giant – Most Massive Stellar Black Hole in Our Galaxy Found Lurking Nearby

European Space Agency (ESA) — Thu, 18 Apr 2024 14:02:03 +0000

ESA’s Gaia mission has uncovered a massive dormant black hole in our galaxy, revealing new insights into the formation of stellar-mass black holes and setting...

How a Single Star Outshines a Massive Galaxy in the Cosmic Dance of Light

ESA/Hubble — Mon, 15 Apr 2024 07:08:37 +0000

In this Hubble Space Telescope image, NGC 3783, a barred spiral galaxy, is featured alongside the star HD 101274, which, despite seeming nearby, is significantly...

Proba-2 Satellite Sees the Moon Eclipse the Sun Twice [Video]

European Space Agency (ESA) — Sat, 13 Apr 2024 15:25:55 +0000

ESA’s Proba-2 satellite observed two partial solar eclipses, enhancing our understanding of the Sun’s atmosphere. ESA’s Proba-2 captured two partial solar eclipses on April 8,...

Eclipse in Motion: Dramatic Space Footage of the Total Solar Eclipse

European Space Agency (ESA) — Fri, 12 Apr 2024 07:05:12 +0000

A total solar eclipse darkened parts of North America on April 8, with GOES-16 capturing the event, offering insights into atmospheric effects. A total solar...

Whispers in the Dark Nebula: The Chameleon’s Secret

ESA/Hubble — Mon, 08 Apr 2024 07:08:17 +0000

The spiral galaxy IC 4633, revealed by Hubble, is intertwined with the dark nebula of the Chameleon region and the enigmatic South Celestial Serpent, showcasing...