Astronomy
Habitable worlds may be far more common than thought, Israeli study says
Published in the peer-reviewed The Astrophysical Journal, the research focuses on tidally locked planets, worlds that always show the same face to their star.
Astronomers spot white dwarf star creating a colorful shockwave
NASA rover detects electrical discharges - 'mini-lightning' - on Mars
NASA releases images of comet 3I/ATLAS, rejects alien spacecraft 'rumors'
Is ET phoning home? Astronomers detect unprecedented space signals
Researchers speculate that a mysterious celestial body is sending signals to Earth at regular intervals, raising questions about extraterrestrial contact.
Saturn's icy moon Enceladus harbors essential elements for life
The same team previously confirmed that Enceladus' ice grains contain a rich assortment of minerals and complex organic compounds, including the ingredients for amino acids.
Grapevine June 4, 2023: Remembering Ilan Ramon
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
Strawberry Moon to shine bright in Sunday morning's sky
The Strawberry Moon will be visible on the night of June 3 and has ancient connections to Native American agriculture.
Scientists expand search for signs of intelligent alien life
Deliberate transmissions to potential aliens from Earth should be considered only if by global consensus humankind deems it safe and appropriate, Gajjar said.
Israeli astrophysicists may have solved the mystery of early massive galaxies
A new theoretical model made by Israeli astrophysicists reveals an excess of massive galaxies, in contrast to previously accepted theories.
Milky Way may not be the shape we thought - study
Over the years, astronomers have classified galaxies into three main shapes: elliptical, irregular and spiral.
Astronomers identify asteroid belt, revealing hidden planets - study
This newly discovered belt may have been discovered after a collision triggered a dust cloud.
Astronomers capture dying star engulfing a planet - study
According to the study, the planet was likely similar in size and composition to our solar system's Neptune or Jupiter.
Scientists discover that galactic collisions cause quasars - study
Contrary to previous beliefs that the quasars are formed at the peak of galactic collision, researchers found that they are actually formed during the initial stages of collision.
