The surface temperature of the moon experiences extreme variations, making it one of the harshest environments in the solar system. During lunar daylight, temperatures can […]
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Is the Wheel of Ghosts an Ancient Observatory? New Study Suggests Otherwise
The ancient Rujm el-Hiri site, situated in the Golan Heights and often referred to as the “Wheel of Ghosts,” has been re-evaluated, with its long-standing […]
Search for Elusive Missing Link Black Holes Continues as Omega Centauri Observation Turns Out to Be a Dud
A black hole once believed to bridge the gap between stellar-mass and supermassive black holes has been re-evaluated. The object, previously identified as an intermediate-mass […]
Full Moons of 2025: Dates, Supermoons, Lunar Eclipses, and Key Celestial Events
In 2025, 12 full Moons will grace the skies, including three supermoons and two total lunar eclipses. These celestial events will offer unique opportunities for […]
Astronomers Seek Binary Supermassive Black Holes in Galactic Centers
Supermassive black holes are believed to exist at the centre of most galaxies, including our Milky Way. However, in certain cases, two such black holes […]
NSF NOIRLab’s Dark Energy Camera Showcases Stunning View of Antlia Cluster’s Galaxies
A remarkable image of the Antlia Cluster has been captured by the Dark Energy Camera (DECam), showcasing a diverse array of galaxies located approximately 130 […]
Solar Storm Sparks Northern Lights Across Western Hemisphere on New Year’s Eve
A breathtaking auroral display ushered on the New Year, illuminating skies across parts of the central United States and Europe. Triggered by a pair of […]
Karnal Students Recognised by NASA for Discovering Main Belt Asteroid TD40
A group of 12 students and two teachers from the main branch of Dyal Singh Public School in Karnal have been recognised by NASA’s International […]
What Is Black Moon And How You Can Experience The Rare Phenomenon
Skywatchers will have the opportunity to close out the year by experiencing a rare astronomical event known as the “black moon”. The fascinating-sounding term is […]
MeerKAT Detects Gravitational Wave Background, Uncovering Cosmic Activity
A significant breakthrough in astrophysics has been achieved, with scientists confirming the presence of a gravitational wave background—a constant vibration in the fabric of the […]