SPACE

Astronomers estimated that a newly-discovered comet’s atmosphere, which is a gaseous cloud, has reached a diameter of about 720,000 kilometers. They expect the comet to become massive and bright enough to be spotted by the human eye.   

A study supported by the European Space Agency (ESA) suggested using the proposed Lunar Gateway as a key component of Earth’s planetary defense techniques against killer asteroids. According to the study, the Gateway can be used to quickly deploy anti-asteroid measures.

The Hubble Space Telescope operated by NASA and the European Space Agency (ESA) has captured a stunning photo of a distant spiral galaxy with only one arm. According to scientists, the unique galaxy might end up colliding with its neighbor, causing the formation of a new cosmic structure.

NASA’s Center for Near-Earth Object Studies (CNEOS) is currently monitoring two space rocks that are expected to approach the planet tomorrow.

The interstellar comet that entered Earth’s neighborhood last year might be breaking apart as it leaves the Solar System. According to scientists, they have detected outbursts from the comet as it approaches the Sun.

Astronomers confirmed that the mini-moon that was discovered circling Earth last month had already left the planet’s orbit. Although the mini-moon most likely won’t return anytime soon, the astronomers believe that another cosmic object will likely enter Earth’s orbit someday.

A team of astronomers learned how the powerful outbursts of quasars can affect their host galaxies. According to their study, the cosmic tsunamis produced by quasars are enough to stop the formation of new stars in a galaxy.

SpaceX has secured the approval of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to deploy up to a million ground antennas for its Starlink satellite constellation project. Previous, the company’s founder Elon Musk referred to the antenna as “a UFO on a stick.”

NASA warned that Earth is about to get visited by a total of 6 asteroids this week. The biggest space rock in the group is larger than the Empire State building.

NASA’s automated asteroid tracking system has detected four near-Earth objects that are expected to approach the planet this weekend.

The Hayabusa2 spacecraft launched by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) recently fired a cannonball at the asteroid Ryugu.

NASA’s Center for Near-Earth Object Studies (CNEOS) is currently monitoring a massive asteroid that’s expected to approach Earth tomorrow.

After spending almost a year drilling into Mars’ surface, NASA’s InSight lander was able to successfully use its probe to dig into the ground.

Elon Musk of SpaceX revealed that the Falcon 9 rocket was launched despite a technical issue with one of its engines.

A scientist from NASA debunked a claim regarding the space-based origins of the COVID-19 virus. According to the claim, the coronavirus was brought to Earth by a comet.

Earth is about to get hit by solar winds on the first day of spring according to a site that reports space weather forecasts. The effects of the approaching solar winds are expected to be prominent due to cracks currently forming on Earth’s magnetosphere.

After aborting the launch of the Falcon 9 rocket earlier this week, SpaceX confirmed that it would proceed with the deployment of the latest batch of satellites for its Starlink project. The upcoming launch will be live-streamed by the company through its website.

NASA’s Center for Near-Earth Object Studies (CNEOS) has detected three asteroids that are expected to approach the planet tomorrow. According to the data collected by the agency, all three asteroids have Earth-intersecting orbits.

A group of researchers simulated what would happen if the red supergiant star Betelgeuse dies and explode in a powerful supernova. The researchers carried out their study based on the notion that the massive star is already nearing the end of its life cycle.

A new study confirmed that even though Jupiter’s Great Red Spot is shrinking, the planetary features won’t disappear or die. Despite its appearance, the red spot is still getting stronger, according to the authors of the study.

An official from NASA confirmed that the proposed Lunar Gateway space station is no longer part of the agency’s plan to return humans to the Moon in 2024. According to the agency, the Gateway is not necessary for accomplishing the upcoming crewed lunar mission.