'God of chaos' asteroid' may release strong quakes on flyby pass EarthAsteroid Apophis may experience significant surface changes due to Earth's gravitational pull when it passes by in 2029.
Armada to Apophis-scientists recycle old ideas for rare asteroid encounterAn asteroid named Apophis previously seen as a threat is now viewed as a science opportunity for space missions.
Scientists set sights on asteroid larger than Eiffel Tower as it skims past EarthScientists plan to study asteroid 99942 Apophis during its close encounter in 2029 to enhance defense against potential impacts.