Astronomy

February 7, 2025

Astronomers Discover Football Field-Sized Asteroid That May Strike Earth in 2032

Astronomers recently identified an asteroid that has a small chance of striking Earth on December 22, 2032. The space rock, known as 2024 YR4, is about 130 feet to about 300 feet in diameterโ€”making it about as big as a football field. So far, scientists say there is no cause for concern yet, but they will keep a close eye on it to rule out any dangers.

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January 2, 2025

NASA Astronauts Aboard the International Space Station Send Festival Holiday Greeting

The holidays are all about the people you spend them withโ€”not so much about where you are. This perfectly applies to the astronauts aboard the International Space Station, who celebrated Christmas and New Year's Eve in orbit. Hoping to share their experience, as well as send some seasonal cheer down to Earth, the crew got together to wish everybody a happy holiday season in a joyful video.

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November 13, 2024

Get Ready for the Last Supermoon of the Year โ€” And the Last One for a While

This year has been a true gift for stargazers, and it's going out with a bang. This weekend, the fourth and final supermoon of the year will light up the sky. And if you're into astrophotography or simply love staring out at Earthโ€™s only natural satellite, make sure to really take it in, as this upcoming supermoon will be the last one for a while.

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