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Explore the Cosmos: Interactive Black Hole Simulation Now Available

Explore the Black Hole Playground, an interactive web tool that visualizes a rotating black hole, blending education with engaging visuals.

Olena Bilyk·3 min read·11/7/2026

The Looming Threat of Satellite Light Pollution: A New Era for Earth’s Night Sky

As commercial space companies plan satellite networks for data processing, astronomers warn of a potential artificial ring around Earth that could severely impact night sky observations.

Olena Bilyk·3 min read·10/4/2026

Astronomical Discovery: A Massive Exomoon Identified in Distant System

A research team has discovered a massive exomoon in the CD-35 2722 system, challenging existing astronomical classifications and raising questions about planetary formation.

Olena Bilyk·4 min read·9/8/2026

Artificial Rings in Earth's Orbit: The Potential Impact of Satellite Constellations

Commercial space companies are planning massive satellite networks that could create an artificial ring around Earth, raising concerns among astronomers about light pollution and its impact on night sky observations.

Ryan Kessler·3 min read·8/25/2026

Breakthrough Discovery of Intermediate Black Hole AT2019ijn Unveils Cosmic Mystery

A research team has discovered an intermediate black hole, AT2019ijn, that tore apart a star in a dwarf galaxy, shedding light on cosmic evolution and the elusive link in astrophysics.

Olena Bilyk·3 min read·7/16/2026

Revised Findings on Nearby Exoplanet Suggest Potential for Life

A recent study has revised the mass of exoplanet GJ 3378b, suggesting it may be a rocky super-Earth in the habitable zone, raising hopes for the search for extraterrestrial life.

Ryan Kessler·4 min read·7/12/2026

New Findings Reveal the Milky Way is Larger Than Previously Thought

New research reveals that the Milky Way's outer spiral arms are significantly farther from the galactic center than previously thought, prompting a reevaluation of our understanding of the galaxy's mass and structure.

Olena Bilyk·3 min read·7/9/2026

This Planet Should Have Burned Up Long Ago – Researchers Now Have an Explanation

This planet shouldn't exist. WD 1856 b orbits closely around a white dwarf, despite having to burn up during its star's red giant phase. Since its discovery in 2020, WD 1856 b has puzzled scientists.

Olena Bilyk·3 min read·7/4/2026

The Sun Swallows the Earth? Researchers Are Suddenly Unsure

It was previously believed that the Sun would engulf the Earth at the end of its life. New calculations suggest the Earth might escape this fate, while Mercury and Venus likely won't.

Olena Bilyk·3 min read·7/1/2026

Strawberry Moon, Wolf Moon, Supermoon: Which Lunar Phenomena Occur Every Year – and Which Do Not

Strawberry Moon, Blue Moon, or Supermoon: There are numerous lunar phenomena that occur throughout the year. Which ones have a visual impact on the moon and which ones are merely based on timing.

Olena Bilyk·7 min read·6/30/2026

60 Million Stars in One Image: Euclid's New Perspective on the Milky Way

A new telescope provides unprecedented insights into our home galaxy. The massive data set reveals details that established observatories would find challenging. The hunt for new worlds reaches a new level.

Ryan Kessler·4 min read·6/30/2026

Salt Clouds in Space: James Webb Telescope Solves Mystery of the 'Pink Planet'

A strange celestial body in distant space has posed complex puzzles for science for over a decade. Using cutting-edge infrared technology, surprising atmospheric conditions are now revealed. The James Webb Space Telescope has analyzed the atmosphere of the celestial body GJ 504b in detail.

Ryan Kessler·4 min read·6/23/2026