Runaway Star Discovery Confirms Intermediate-Mass Black Holes
Chinese astronomers discover a runaway star ejected from M15, providing strong evidence for intermediate-mass black holes and advancing our understanding of black hole evolution.
Astronomy
Exploring the Final Frontier: Humanity’s Journey into Space
Discover humanity’s relentless pursuit of space exploration, from early milestones to China’s ambitious plans for the Moon.
Chinese Observatory Unveils New Comet C/2025 A3 (Tsuchinshan)
Chinese astronomers at the Purple Mountain Observatory have discovered a new comet, designated C/2025 A3 (Tsuchinshan), confirmed by the International Astronomical Union.
How to Catch the Quadrantids: First Meteor Shower of 2025 Lights Up the Sky
Discover how to catch the Quadrantids, the first meteor shower of 2025, peaking this Friday with up to 120 meteors per hour under optimal viewing conditions.
China Boosts Deep Space Exploration with New Radio Telescopes
China has inaugurated two new 40-meter radio telescopes, enhancing its VLBI network and boosting deep space exploration capabilities. This advancement marks a significant step in unraveling cosmic mysteries.
Asteroid Named After Ancient Chinese Mathematician Liu Hui
An asteroid has been named after ancient Chinese mathematician Liu Hui, honoring his significant contributions to mathematics during the Wei and Jin dynasties.
Geminid Meteor Shower Illuminates Mount Fanjing’s Night Sky
The Geminid meteor shower illuminated Mount Fanjing’s night sky in Guizhou Province, offering a breathtaking spectacle as meteors streaked across the Milky Way backdrop.
Webb Telescope Reveals Prolonged Planet Formation in Early Universe
The James Webb Space Telescope reveals that planet-forming disks in the early universe lasted longer, shedding light on how massive planets could form in its infancy.
Spectacular Geminid Meteor Shower to Light Up Asian Skies on Friday
Sky enthusiasts, mark your calendars! The Geminid meteor shower, known as ‘the most reliable meteor shower,’ will peak this Friday, offering a dazzling display of shooting stars across Asia and the globe.
Mark Your Calendars: Spectacular Geminid Meteor Shower to Illuminate the Night Sky
Prepare for a celestial spectacle as the Geminid meteor shower peaks this Friday, offering a dazzling display of shooting stars visible across the globe.
Spectacular Geminid Meteor Shower to Illuminate Skies This Friday
Stargazers, prepare for a celestial spectacle as the Geminid meteor shower peaks this Friday, promising a dazzling display across the night sky.
Spectacular Geminid Meteor Shower to Light Up Skies This Friday
Stargazers worldwide are set to enjoy the Geminid meteor shower as it peaks this Friday, offering a spectacular display of ‘shooting stars’ from the debris of asteroid 3200 Phaethon.
Spectacular Geminid Meteor Shower to Illuminate Skies This Friday
Mark your calendars! The Geminid meteor shower, known as “the most reliable meteor shower,” is set to peak this Friday, offering a celestial show visible worldwide despite a bright moon.
Spectacular Geminid Meteor Shower to Light Up the Sky This Friday
The spectacular Geminid meteor shower is set to peak this Friday, offering skywatchers around the world a chance to witness one of the year’s most consistent and dazzling celestial events.
Chinese Observatories Capture Rare Images of Falling Near-Earth Asteroid 2024 XA1
Chinese observatories captured images of near-Earth asteroid 2024 XA1 before it fell to Earth over Siberia, highlighting the need for early warnings and global cooperation in asteroid monitoring.
Chinese Observatories Capture Rare Images of Falling Near-Earth Asteroid 2024 XA1
Chinese observatories have captured rare images of falling near-Earth asteroid 2024 XA1, highlighting China’s crucial role in global asteroid monitoring and early warning systems.
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.
China’s FAST Telescope Identifies Over 1,000 Pulsars
China’s FAST telescope has identified over 1,000 new pulsars since 2016, surpassing the total found by other international telescopes combined, marking a significant achievement in astronomy.
Astronomers Discover Rapidly Forming Alien Planet, Challenging Theories
Astronomers have discovered a rapidly forming newborn planet orbiting a young star, challenging existing theories on the speed of planetary formation.
Black Hole Born Without a Bang: Astronomers Discover Gentle Formation
Astronomers have discovered a black hole that appears to have formed without a supernova explosion, challenging conventional theories of black hole formation. The black hole, V404 Cygni, is part of a rare triple star system.