Perseid Meteor Shower Peaks Tonight: Spectacle Over China’s Qinghai Province
The Perseid meteor shower, a spectacular celestial event, peaks tonight. Experience this cosmic display from China’s Qinghai Province with live coverage by CGTN reporters.
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Perseid Meteor Shower Lights Up China’s Skies on Qixi Festival Night
The Perseid meteor shower illuminated China’s skies during the Qixi Festival, offering a unique night where celestial beauty met traditional celebration. Astrophotographer Jeff Dai captured the spectacle in Qinghai.
China Ships First Antennas for World’s Largest Radio Telescope Array
China has dispatched the first batch of medium-frequency antennas to South Africa for the Square Kilometer Array, marking a significant step in constructing the world’s largest radio telescope array.
Webb Telescope Reveals Extreme Weather on Nearby Brown Dwarfs
Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope have unveiled extreme weather patterns on the two brown dwarfs closest to Earth, revealing swirling silicate clouds and intense atmospheric dynamics.
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.
China’s FAST Telescope Discovers Over 900 New Pulsars, Redefining Astronomy
China’s FAST Telescope has identified over 900 new pulsars since 2016, significantly advancing astronomical research and our understanding of the universe.
Chinese Scientists Unveil New Insights into Fast Radio Bursts
Chinese scientists have introduced a novel method to analyze fast radio bursts, revealing their randomness and offering new insights into these mysterious cosmic events.
Embracing the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse: A Global Celestial Event
On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will traverse North America, offering a remarkable celestial spectacle. This event unites global audiences, inspiring interest and preparation for future eclipses in Asia.
Cloudy Skies Forecast May Dim North America’s 2024 Total Solar Eclipse
Cloudy skies forecast for April 8, 2024, could disappoint millions hoping to witness North America’s first total solar eclipse since 2017, potentially turning this celestial event into a missed opportunity.
China’s FAST Telescope Opens Up to Global Scientists with 900 Observation Hours
China’s FAST telescope has approved nearly 900 hours of observation time for research teams from 15 countries, opening up new possibilities for global astronomical discoveries.