Earth to Gain Temporary ‘Mini Moon’ as Asteroid Enters Orbit for Two Months
An asteroid the size of a school bus will become Earth’s temporary ‘mini moon’ for two months, starting this Sunday, before resuming its journey through space.
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Perseid Meteor Shower Lights Up China’s Skies on Qixi Festival Night
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China Ships First Antennas for World’s Largest Radio Telescope Array
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Webb Telescope Reveals Extreme Weather on Nearby Brown Dwarfs
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Chinese Scientists Unveil Milky Way’s True Size: Twice As Large As Previously Thought
Chinese scientists have discovered that the Milky Way is nearly twice as large as previously thought, reshaping our understanding of our galaxy’s size and classification.
Sino-French Satellite SVOM Spots Three Gamma-Ray Bursts Shortly After Launch
China-France satellite SVOM detects three gamma-ray bursts just two weeks after launch, marking a significant achievement in international space collaboration and astrophysical research.
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.
China and France Launch SVOM Satellite to Observe Gamma-Ray Bursts
China and France have launched the SVOM satellite to observe gamma-ray bursts, marking nearly 20 years of collaboration. The satellite aims to enhance understanding of the universe’s most energetic events.
NASA’s James Webb Telescope Unveils Most Distant Known Galaxy from Cosmic Dawn
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has discovered the most distant known galaxy, providing unprecedented insights into the universe’s earliest moments less than 300 million years after the Big Bang.
Chinese and Ukrainian Astronomers Pioneer New Technique to Monitor Near-Earth Asteroids
Chinese and Ukrainian astronomers have developed a groundbreaking technique to improve monitoring of near-Earth asteroids, enhancing Earth’s defense against potential asteroid impacts.
Comet Fragment Illuminates Night Sky Over Spain and Portugal
A bright comet fragment lit up the night sky over Spain and Portugal, astonishing residents and prompting viral videos across social media.
China’s FAST Telescope Unveils Abundance of Distant Gas-Rich Galaxies
Astronomers using China’s FAST telescope have discovered an abundance of distant gas-rich galaxies, unveiling new insights into the evolution of the universe and the formation of galaxies.
Astronomers Discover First Rocky Exoplanet with Atmosphere
Astronomers have detected the first rocky exoplanet with a substantial atmosphere, marking a significant milestone in space exploration despite the planet’s uninhabitable conditions.
Eta Aquarid Meteor Shower to Illuminate Asia’s Skies This Weekend
The Eta Aquarid meteor shower, remnants of Halley’s Comet, peaks this weekend, offering skywatchers across Asia a spectacular celestial display.
Webb Telescope Unveils Stunning New Images of Horsehead Nebula
NASA’s Webb Telescope captures the sharpest images yet of the Horsehead Nebula, offering unprecedented insights into this celestial landmark and exciting astronomy enthusiasts across Asia and the world.