Comet 10P/Tempel 2 to Become Visible This Week
This celestial event offers a rare opportunity for Earth-bound observers to witness a comet's passage through the inner solar system.
Science & Space News
Astronomers Detect Sugar Molecules in Interstellar Space
The sugar, erythrulose, found in gas clouds, offers clues about the origins of life.
Sugar Molecules Detected in Milky Way's Center Could Explain Life's Origins on Earth
Scientists identify erythrulose in interstellar space, suggesting life's building blocks may be widespread.
Milky Way's Outer Spiral Arms Extend Further Than Previously Believed, Study Finds
New research utilizing X-ray data from cosmic explosions indicates the galaxy's arms are approximately 10% more distant than prior estimates.
T. rex Fossil Sale Sparks Debate Over Science vs. Private Collections
The potential $30 million auction of a nearly complete Tyrannosaurus rex specimen highlights concerns among scientists about the accessibility and preservation of fossils for research.
Scientists Witness Seafloor Birth in Real Time for First Time
Researchers captured a rare, rapid event of seafloor spreading in the Indian Ocean, providing unprecedented insights into Earth's geological processes.
Researchers Investigate Increase in Basking Shark Sightings Around Isle of Man
The newly formed Manx Shark Foundation aims to understand the behavior and reasons behind the rise in sightings of the endangered species.
New Long-Necked Dinosaur Species Discovered in Thailand
Uragasaurus kalasinensis, a plant-eating dinosaur from the Late Jurassic period, was identified from fossils found in Kalasin Province.
Scientists Film Elusive Barreleye Fish in Atlantic Depths
Researchers captured the first live footage of the deep-sea creature, known for its transparent head, during an expedition in the Atlantic Ocean.