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Rare 'planet parade' captured: Astrophotographer shares mesmerising picture of 7-planet alignment

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Rare 'planet parade' captured: Astrophotographer shares mesmerising picture of 7-planet alignment

Astrophotographer Josh Dury captures a breathtaking image of the rare planetary alignment of seven planets in the night sky, a spectacle that won't be seen again until 2028, offering a unique opportunity for stargazers and photographers.

Rare 'planet parade' to peak tonight: Witness all 7 planets of the solar system align with the naked eye

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Rare 'planet parade' to peak tonight: Witness all 7 planets of the solar system align with the naked eye

Witness a rare celestial event in February as all seven planets in our solar system align, creating a breathtaking view in the night sky, a spectacle that won't be seen again until 2040.

NASA’s SPHEREx Telescope to launch tomorrow: 3 fascinating things that make it unique?

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NASA’s SPHEREx Telescope to launch tomorrow: 3 fascinating things that make it unique?

NASA's newest space telescope, SPHEREx, is set to launch on February 28, aiming to create a detailed cosmic map, study cosmic inflation, and search for life-forming molecules in the Milky Way galaxy.

Wolves turned themselves into dogs for easy food access, but how? New study explains

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Wolves turned themselves into dogs for easy food access, but how? New study explains

A new study suggests that wolves may have domesticated themselves to become dogs, adapting to a calmer lifestyle near human camps in search of easy food, forming one of history's strongest bonds between humans and animals.

US Space Force reveals first-ever image of shadowy X-37B plane in Orbit

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US Space Force reveals first-ever image of shadowy X-37B plane in Orbit

The U.S. Space Force has released a rare photo of the X-37B space plane in orbit, marking the first public image of the secretive vehicle in space, as it conducts experiments and tests new orbital maneuvers.

What's inside a shark’s mouth? Diver's camera accidentally captures jaw-dropping footage, leaving internet stunned

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What's inside a shark’s mouth? Diver's camera accidentally captures jaw-dropping footage, leaving internet stunned

A diver's camera captured a rare and terrifying view from inside a shark's mouth after it was briefly swallowed during a feeding frenzy, leaving viewers amazed and frightened.

First total lunar eclipse in three years to bring a spectacular ‘Blood Moon’: Date, time and where to see

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First total lunar eclipse in three years to bring a spectacular ‘Blood Moon’: Date, time and where to see

The total lunar eclipse will last about five hours. The moon will move through Earth's shadow, turning a deep reddish hue for 65 minutes.

'I'm happy for her': NASA astronaut Sunita Williams' mother speaks about daughter's extended space stay

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'I'm happy for her': NASA astronaut Sunita Williams' mother speaks about daughter's extended space stay

Bonnie Pandya, mother of astronaut Sunita Williams, remains unfazed by her daughter’s prolonged mission in space.

'City-killer' asteroid 2024 YR4 now unlikely to hit Earth, says ESA

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'City-killer' asteroid 2024 YR4 now unlikely to hit Earth, says ESA

The asteroid 2024 YR4, once considered a potential threat to Earth, is now unlikely to hit in 2032, as new data and observations significantly reduce the impact risk, easing fears of a massive asteroid impact.

The dark side of moon: Firefly's Blue Ghost spacecraft captures incredible visuals of hidden lunar surface

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The dark side of moon: Firefly's Blue Ghost spacecraft captures incredible visuals of hidden lunar surface

Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost spacecraft shares stunning images of the moon's hidden side as it prepares for a lunar landing attempt on March 2, carrying 10 NASA payloads for scientific experiments.

'Size of 36-billion-suns': NASA discovers monster black hole in cosmic horseshoe

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'Size of 36-billion-suns': NASA discovers monster black hole in cosmic horseshoe

Astronomers have discovered a record-breaking ultra-massive black hole, weighing 36 billion solar masses, at the heart of the Cosmic Horseshoe gravitational lensing system, challenging our understanding of galaxy evolution.

AI vs. Humans: Google's AI outperforms Math Olympiad gold medalists in geometry problems

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AI vs. Humans: Google's AI outperforms Math Olympiad gold medalists in geometry problems

Google DeepMind's AlphaGeometry2 AI system has surpassed human gold medalists in solving complex geometry problems, marking a significant breakthrough in AI's problem-solving abilities.

3-billion-year-old ancient beaches found on Mars; new study reveals clues of a lost vast ocean

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3-billion-year-old ancient beaches found on Mars; new study reveals clues of a lost vast ocean

New research reveals that Mars once hosted vast oceans, with scientists discovering buried shorelines beneath its surface, offering a glimpse into the red planet's watery past and strengthening the case for its past habitability.

Rare ‘planet parade’ to peak soon: Here's how to see all 7 planets of our solar system with naked eye this week

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Rare ‘planet parade’ to peak soon: Here's how to see all 7 planets of our solar system with naked eye this week

Witness a rare celestial spectacle as all seven planets in our solar system align next week—an event that won't repeat until 2040—offering a unique opportunity for stargazers and astronomers.

Heartbreaking sight: Shocking images reveal 'bumpy' giraffe in South Africa battling viral infection rare in tall animals

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Heartbreaking sight: Shocking images reveal 'bumpy' giraffe in South Africa battling viral infection rare in tall animals

A giraffe in Kruger National Park has raised health concerns due to large, bumpy growths on its body, sparking monitoring from park rangers and vets.

'Orange alligator' spotted in South Carolina: Is the viral photo real or fake? Experts explain

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'Orange alligator' spotted in South Carolina: Is the viral photo real or fake? Experts explain

A photographer in South Carolina captured a rare sight: an orange alligator basking in the sun.

Happy or stressed? What's the distressing reality behind viral 'dancing baby elephant' video

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Happy or stressed? What's the distressing reality behind viral 'dancing baby elephant' video

A viral video of a 'dancing elephant' sparked debate on elephant captivity, with experts revealing the elephant's movements were actually stress-induced, highlighting concerns about animal welfare and temple elephant traditions.

Why over 6.82 lakh olive ridley turtles flock for mass nesting at Odisha’s Rushikulya river mouth

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Why over 6.82 lakh olive ridley turtles flock for mass nesting at Odisha’s Rushikulya river mouth

Over 6.82 lakh olive ridley turtles have flocked to Odisha's Rushikulya River mouth for mass nesting, breaking last year's record and reaffirming the site's importance for this endangered species.

Three giant asteroids to make close approach to Earth at frightening speeds today, NASA alerts

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Three giant asteroids to make close approach to Earth at frightening speeds today, NASA alerts

Earth will witness three asteroids making close approaches on February 25.

Mini galaxy at Solar System’s edge? NASA supercomputer uncovers twisting secrets of Oort Cloud

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Mini galaxy at Solar System’s edge? NASA supercomputer uncovers twisting secrets of Oort Cloud

New research suggests the Oort cloud, a shell of icy objects at the edge of our solar system, may feature spiral arms similar to the Milky Way, revealing a complex cosmic structure beyond Pluto.

Rising temperatures threaten crocodile survival, new study shows behavioural changes

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Rising temperatures threaten crocodile survival, new study shows behavioural changes

Rising temperatures are pushing estuarine crocodiles to their thermal limits, forcing them to change their natural behaviors and sparking concerns about their long-term survival and ecosystem impact.

Will 'city-killer' asteroid 2024 YR4 destroy the Moon? Here's what scientists are saying about Earth's safety

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Will 'city-killer' asteroid 2024 YR4 destroy the Moon? Here's what scientists are saying about Earth's safety

Asteroid 2024 YR4 continues to captivate global attention as NASA tracks its path, lowering the risk of Earth impact to 0.28%, but concerns remain, with a new possibility of a Moon collision.

NASA astronaut shares hilarious way to wear pants in space in a viral new video

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NASA astronaut shares hilarious way to wear pants in space in a viral new video

Watch NASA astronaut Don Pettit's hilarious zero-gravity pants-putting-on trick aboard the International Space Station .

'8 billion-light-years-away': India’s MACE Telescope spots ancient cosmic blast older than Earth

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'8 billion-light-years-away': India’s MACE Telescope spots ancient cosmic blast older than Earth

India's MACE telescope detects a massive gamma-ray flare from a distant galaxy, unlocking a cosmic secret and offering fresh insight into the early universe, 8 billion light-years away.

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