Chinese Botanist Kuang Tingyun Honored with Asteroid Naming
Renowned Chinese botanist Kuang Tingyun receives celestial honor as International Astronomical Union names asteroid for her photosynthesis research breakthroughs.
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Chinese Observatories Capture Rare Images of Falling Asteroid 2024 XA1
Chinese observatories have captured rare images of falling near-Earth asteroid 2024 XA1, marking a significant achievement in early warning and planetary defense efforts.
Asteroid Illuminates Yakutia’s Night Sky, Leaves Residents in Awe
An asteroid illuminated the night sky over Yakutia, Russia, creating a fireball spectacle observed by residents, with no reported damage.
Earth’s ‘Mini Moon’ May Be a Piece of Our Moon
An asteroid has been orbiting Earth as a “mini moon” and may be a fragment from our own moon. NASA plans to study it during its return in January before it departs until 2055.
Asteroid 2024 MK Set for Safe Earth Flyby This Weekend
Asteroid 2024 MK, measuring up to 260 meters, will safely pass close to Earth this weekend, providing skywatchers around the globe a unique viewing opportunity.