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fromBig Think
1 day ago

Cosmic beacon unveiled inside nearby active galaxy by JWST

The Milky Way forms stars only in limited regions, while many galaxies elsewhere show intense star formation and active nuclei, with M77 standing out as uniquely energetic.
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fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

Scientists have discovered the EDGE of the Milky Way

The Milky Way's edge is approximately 40,000 light-years from the galactic center, much closer to Earth than previously thought.
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fromBig Think
1 day ago

Cosmic beacon unveiled inside nearby active galaxy by JWST

The Milky Way forms stars only in limited regions, while many galaxies elsewhere show intense star formation and active nuclei, with M77 standing out as uniquely energetic.
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fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

Scientists have discovered the EDGE of the Milky Way

The Milky Way's edge is approximately 40,000 light-years from the galactic center, much closer to Earth than previously thought.
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fromColossal
1 week ago
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Explore 25 Incredible Photos of the Milky Way Captured Around the World

A record 6,500 Milky Way submissions produced 25 top images across 12 regions, emphasizing curiosity, patience, and protecting rare night skies.
fromwww.dw.com
10 months ago
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Stunning first images released by Vera Rubin Observatory DW 06/23/2025

The Vera Rubin Observatory releases first high-resolution images of the Milky Way and distant galaxies, showing new celestial details.
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fromColossal
1 week ago

Explore 25 Incredible Photos of the Milky Way Captured Around the World

A record 6,500 Milky Way submissions produced 25 top images across 12 regions, emphasizing curiosity, patience, and protecting rare night skies.
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fromFuturism
1 week ago

Scientists Say There's Something Huge Buried Inside Our Galaxy

A hidden dwarf galaxy named 'Loki' may exist within the Milky Way, formed billions of years ago during its growth.
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

May Has 7 Night Sky Wonders-Including a Comet, a Meteor Shower, and a Rare 'Blue Moon'

May's first full moon, nicknamed the 'Flower moon,' reaches peak fullness on May 1. This moon is also known as the 'Frog moon,' 'Egg-laying moon,' or 'Leaf Budding moon,' reflecting the seasonal changes recognized by indigenous peoples.
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fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

Astronomers Discover Major Clue About 3I/ATLAS' Origins

3I/ATLAS, an interstellar visitor, likely originated from a cold region of the Milky Way, containing high amounts of heavy water.
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fromBig Think
1 month ago

The widely reported "hole in the Universe" is a lie

There is no hole in the Universe; the image is a cloud of light-blocking neutral gas, not an empty void.
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fromFuturism
6 months ago

Astronomers Release Awe-Inspiring Image of What Our Whole Galaxy Looks Like in Radio Waves

A low-frequency radio mosaic of the Milky Way reveals supernova remnants and star-formation structure by combining MWA GLEAM and GLEAM-X surveys with advanced image correction.
fromDesign You Trust - Design Daily Since 2007
7 months ago

Breathtaking Skyscapes and Aurorae from the 2025 Astronomy Photographer of the Year

The 2025 Astronomy Photographer of the Year celebrates the magic of the night sky with awe-inspiring images from the Aurorae and Skyscapes categories. Out of thousands of global submissions, photographs reveal the dedication and artistry of astrophotographers who capture fleeting cosmic beauty. These winning entries showcase stunning juxtapositions of earthly landscapes and celestial phenomena, from shimmering auroras to the glowing Milky Way.
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fromAeon
7 months ago

Visualisations explore what the deep future holds for our night sky | Aeon Videos

The familiar night sky, including constellations and the Milky Way, will change dramatically over millions of years due to continuous stellar and galactic motion.
fromFast Company
8 months ago

Don't miss the rare black moon rising August 22-it will be years until the next one. Here's why it'll help you see the Milky Way

A black moon occurs when there is a second new moon in a calendar month, or when there is a third new moon in a season of four new moons.
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fromFuturism
10 months ago

The Interstellar Visitor Hurtling Toward the Center of Our Star System Is Unimaginably Ancient, Scientists Say

3I/ATLAS is a newly confirmed interstellar object traveling at high speeds through the solar system.
fromTravel + Leisure
10 months ago

July Has 9 Major Astronomical Events Including Meteor Showers and a Planet Parade-and the First Starts Tonight

On the evenings of July 3-4, Mercury will reach its eastern elongation, appearing above the western horizon soon after sunset, with orange-tinged Mars above it.
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fromwww.npr.org
10 months ago

Could the Milky Way be headed for a collision?

The Andromeda galaxy lies just beyond our galaxy, about 2.5 million light-years beyond, and they are gravitationally bound, existing in a long-term dance of doom.
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fromNature
11 months ago

A long-predicted cosmic collision might not happen after all

Andromeda's predicted collision with the Milky Way may not happen as previously estimated.
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fromPBS News
11 months ago

Accidental discovery at New York planetarium unlocks secret into universe's inner workings

The Oort Cloud may have a spiral shape rather than a traditional spherical form, challenging previous scientific assumptions.
fromMail Online
11 months ago

End of the world? Experts reveal odds Milky Way collides with galaxy

It used to appear destined to merge with Andromeda forming a colossal "Milkomeda." Now, there is a chance that we could avoid this fate entirely.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
11 months ago

Milky Way photographer of the year 2025 in pictures

New Zealand's lupine bloom offers surreal night photography scenes under the Milky Way.
Easter Island's weather can change, revealing stunning night skies for photographers.
Atacama cactus valley presents unique opportunities for Milky Way photography.
Adaptability is key for photographers when planning for meteor showers.
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fromBig Think
11 months ago

How fast does planet Earth move through space?

Earth is constantly in motion, spinning on its axis and revolving around the Sun, contributing to its complex trajectory in space.
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fromMail Online
11 months ago

Scientists BAFFLED by perfect sphere emitting radio signals from space

Teleios, a mysterious cosmic object discovered by ASKAP, showcases remarkable symmetry and challenges existing astronomical theories about its formation.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 year ago

What Is a Galaxy?

The term 'galaxy' derives from the ancient Greek 'galaktikos kyklos,' meaning 'milky circle,' referring to the Milky Way, our home galaxy.
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fromEngadget
1 year ago

NASA's SPHEREx space telescope has begun its mission to map the entire sky in 3D

SPHEREx has begun capturing images to enhance our understanding of the early universe through comprehensive infrared observations.
fromTime Out New York
1 year ago

Pedro Pascal is narrating a new space show in NYC

Pedro Pascal lends his voice to "Encounters in the Milky Way," a new Hayden Planetarium Space Show opening on June 9, 2025, celebrating 25 years of the Rose Center.
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fromMail Online
1 year ago

Scientists BAFFLED after spotting a lone black hole drifting in space

Scientists have identified a lone black hole in the Milky Way that was previously invisible due to its lack of companion stars, using gravitational lensing to confirm its existence.
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