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NASA confirms a stadium-sized, 990-foot asteroid is on course for a close approach to Earth tomorrow
NASA has confirmed asteroid 1997 QK1 will make its closest approach on 20 August. The rock measures about 990 feet wide and is travelling at 21,994 miles per hour.
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Mercury, moon and beehive cluster to shine in rare August morning alignment – Check date here
Astronomers note Mercury is often difficult to see. Even Copernicus reportedly never observed it. Its proximity to the sun usually hides it, requiring careful timing for observation.
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Sun, Moon and Magic: When and where to watch the next total solar eclipse
The next total solar eclipse will be the first to touch mainland Europe since 1999, and travellers are already planning where to watch.
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A giant 990-foot, stadium-size asteroid on its way to Earth at a speed of 21,994 mph, NASA confirms
A massive asteroid named 1997 QK1 is set to make its closest approach to Earth this month.
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NASA Alerts: Massive 990-foot, stadium-sized asteroid on potential Earth collision path– Check date here
NASA only labels space rocks as hazardous if they are closer than 7.4 million kilometres and wider than 85 metres.
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A large 87-foot asteroid is coming near Earth today at 14,390 mph, NASA confirms
NASA confirmed the asteroid’s course towards Earth. It measures about 87 feet wide and travels quickly. The asteroid will pass Earth on August 13.
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‘Planet Parade’ begins Wednesday: How and where to see four bright planets marking start of six-planet alignment
In August, six planets line up for a rare celestial show. Find out when and where to catch the event on Wednesday, August 13.
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Earth Splits in seconds during earthquake captured in real-time footage for first time – Watch video
The event happened during a magnitude 7.1 earthquake in a remote seismic hotspot. Researchers had set up advanced cameras after noticing unusual tremors for months.
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A giant 87-foot asteroid will pass Earth tomorrow at a speed of 14,390 miles/hour, NASA confirms
NASA has confirmed that asteroid 2025 OJ10, measuring around 87 feet wide, will pass Earth on 12 August.
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9 Most Secretive Futuristic Weapons That Sound Like Sci-Fi
From railguns to plasma rifles, these futuristic weapons push the boundaries of technology. Discover nine of the most secretive military projects that seem straight out of a science fiction thriller.
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Meet Khenrab Phuntsog: The Ladakhi guardian who saved 47 snow leopards using only a blanket and net
A 2012 survey using camera traps counted 11 snow leopards in Hemis National Park, up from 7 in 2006. Today, Khenrab estimates around 60 in the park and more than 250 in Ladakh.
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NASA’s Hubble telescope captures sharpest-ever image of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS racing at a speed of 130,000 mph
NASA's Hubble Space Telescope has captured the clearest image of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, revealing new details about its size, speed, and mysterious origin. Discover what makes this cosmic visitor unique.
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NASA confirms giant 300-feet asteroids passing Earth today. Should we be worried?
NASA has issued an alert about two huge asteroids—(2025 OJ1) and (2019 CO1)—approaching Earth on August 8, 2025. Find out their sizes, distances, and if there's any threat.
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Alien mothership 'UFO' or cosmic coincidence? Is Baba Vanga’s alien prophecy really coming true?
Baba Vanga predicted alien contact in 2025. Now, an interstellar object, 3I/ATLAS, is raising eyebrows—and fears. Harvard's Avi Loeb says it could be an alien mothership. Are we ready?
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A massive 130-foot asteroid to zoom past Earth today, NASA confirms
NASA confirmed asteroid 2025 OT4 is now approaching Earth. The space rock measures around 130 feet in diameter. It will fly past Earth on August 7.
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NASA Alerts: A giant 130-foot asteroid 2025 OT4 to fly past Earth on August 7
NASA has confirmed the asteroid is on a set path. It measures about 130 feet in total width. It will fly past Earth on August 7.
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NASA to build nuclear reactor on Moon? Acting chief Duffy likely to reveal plan details: Reports
The reactor is aimed at powering future lunar missions by 2030. This project follows earlier research funded by Nasa into a smaller 40-kilowatt reactor, initially scheduled for deployment in the early 2030s.
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Rare leopard cat cub spotted near Tawang, Arunachal, sparks joy and hope
Sameer Tamang, a local youth, filmed the cub during a trip. He was travelling with a friend when he spotted the animal.
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Naga tribal youths step up to save Asian Giant Tortoise in Nagaland
The Asian Giant Tortoises, also known as “small elephants of the forest”, can weigh up to 36 kilograms. They play a big role in forest regeneration by spreading seeds and cleaning the forest floor.
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Massive 170-foot asteroid 2025 OT7 to fly past Earth on 5 August, says NASA
NASA has confirmed asteroid 2025 OT7 is on track. It will make its closest approach on 5 August. The rock measures about 170 feet in width.
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20 Peacocks found dead in Karnataka weeks after tigress, cubs' mysterious deaths
The loss of the national bird comes weeks after another tragedy. In June, a tigress and four cubs were found dead in Male Mahadeshwara Hills Wildlife Sanctuary.
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NASA spots two giant asteroids racing towards Earth, to make closest approach today
NASA has detected two near-Earth asteroids, named 2025 OA3 and 2025 PA. These space objects will make their closest approach on August 4.
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From Stunning Meteor Shower to Black Moon: August's beautiful sky-watching events you shouldn't miss
In August, skies darken in the north and stay long in the south, offering ideal views of meteor showers, planetary alignments, and a rare Black Moon across both hemispheres.
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NASA spots two giant asteroids on collision course with Earth on August 3
NASA has confirmed that two asteroids will fly past Earth on August 3.
