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NASA alerts: Three giant asteroids to zoom past Earth today – check details here

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NASA alerts: Three giant asteroids to zoom past Earth today – check details here

NASA has issued an alert for three near-Earth objects (NEOs) set to pass by Earth on 3 February 2025.

Watch: Firefly’s Blue Ghost Lander en route to Moon captures breathtaking lunar eclipse from space

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Watch: Firefly’s Blue Ghost Lander en route to Moon captures breathtaking lunar eclipse from space

Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost lander captures rare lunar eclipse image while en route to the moon, marking a significant milestone in its mission to support NASA's Artemis moon missions.

How is space travel making astronauts blind? Scientists uncover alarming eye risks from prolonged exposure in space

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How is space travel making astronauts blind? Scientists uncover alarming eye risks from prolonged exposure in space

Space travel affects the human body in unexpected ways. Scientists now highlight a growing concern—eye health.

Two huge asteroids set for a close encounter with Earth today—here’s what NASA says

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Two huge asteroids set for a close encounter with Earth today—here’s what NASA says

Two asteroids, 2015 DJ155 and 2025 BR2, are set to safely pass Earth on January 31, 2025, offering scientists a chance to study these space rocks up close.

Why 2025 is going to be the best year to witness the mesmerising aurora borealis

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Why 2025 is going to be the best year to witness the mesmerising aurora borealis

Get ready for a spectacular display of northern and southern lights in 2025, driven by heightened solar activity and the solar maximum, making it a perfect year for skywatchers and aurora enthusiasts.

'Once in every 80 years’: Rare nova explosion of T Coronae Borealis set to erupt soon, making it brightest star in night sky

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'Once in every 80 years’: Rare nova explosion of T Coronae Borealis set to erupt soon, making it brightest star in night sky

Astronomers await a rare cosmic event as T Coronae Borealis, the Blaze Star, prepares to erupt in a thermonuclear explosion, making it briefly visible in the night sky.

'Nature's ticking time bomb': Italy’s most 'dangerous volcano' peers through a mysterious cloud hole from space

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'Nature's ticking time bomb': Italy’s most 'dangerous volcano' peers through a mysterious cloud hole from space

A rare satellite image captures Mount Vesuvius peeking through a mysterious cloud gap, sparking concerns about the volcano's past and future eruption threats to nearby Naples, Italy.

Chinese scientists create mice with two dads without any female DNA—know how

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Chinese scientists create mice with two dads without any female DNA—know how

Chinese scientists achieve genetic breakthrough by breeding baby mice using DNA from two male parents, opening new possibilities in reproductive science and gene editing technology.

A tree that won’t stop growing: Meet the 550-year-old banyan with a haunting legacy that spans 4 football fields

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A tree that won’t stop growing: Meet the 550-year-old banyan with a haunting legacy that spans 4 football fields

Discover the majestic Thimmamma Marrimanu, the world's largest banyan tree, standing tall in Kadiri village, Andhra Pradesh, with a rich history, mythology, and ecological significance.

Could life have come from space? NASA asteroid Bennu samples reveal building blocks of life

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Could life have come from space? NASA asteroid Bennu samples reveal building blocks of life

NASA's Osiris-Rex mission reveals vital chemical compounds in Bennu asteroid dust, including organic molecules essential for life, supporting the theory that asteroids may have delivered life's ingredients to Earth.

International Zebra Day 2025: Date, history and significance

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International Zebra Day 2025: Date, history and significance

Zebras are among nature’s most striking animals. Their bold black-and-white stripes make them stand out in the wild.

'Chilling howls': NASA reveals spooky sound from a supermassive black hole – Listen here

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'Chilling howls': NASA reveals spooky sound from a supermassive black hole – Listen here

Listen to the haunting audio clip of sound waves from a supermassive black hole 250 million light-years away, captured by NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory and transformed into an audible experience.

'Flying over northern lights': NASA astronaut shares incredible footage of 'intensely green' aurora from ISS

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'Flying over northern lights': NASA astronaut shares incredible footage of 'intensely green' aurora from ISS

Watch the breathtaking aurora video captured by NASA astronaut Don Pettit from the International Space Station, showcasing the stunning natural phenomenon from a rare perspective.

Chirping sounds in space: NASA detects a 'mysterious whistling sound' 1,00,000 km from Earth

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Chirping sounds in space: NASA detects a 'mysterious whistling sound' 1,00,000 km from Earth

NASA's MMS mission detects whistler-mode chorus waves in a surprising location in deep space.

Scientists finally solve the mystery of a strange whitish-grey patch spotted in the northern lights

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Scientists finally solve the mystery of a strange whitish-grey patch spotted in the northern lights

Scientists uncover the origin of a mysterious whitish-grey patch accompanying the northern lights.

Inside the Milky Way's satellite galaxy: Hubble captures mesmerising Tarantula Nebula footage; watch it here

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Inside the Milky Way's satellite galaxy: Hubble captures mesmerising Tarantula Nebula footage; watch it here

Watch the mesmerizing Tarantula Nebula video captured by the Hubble telescope, showcasing the most productive star-forming region nearby, with insights into cosmic dust and star formation.

Black holes cook their own meals and feast on them, but how? Here's what new study reveals

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Black holes cook their own meals and feast on them, but how? Here's what new study reveals

Astronomers discover evidence of massive black holes feeding themselves, revealing a complex cosmic cycle of gas cooling and self-sustenance in galaxy clusters.

Did Mars once had a huge ancient ocean? New evidence found in unusual Martian clay mounds

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Did Mars once had a huge ancient ocean? New evidence found in unusual Martian clay mounds

Researchers discover thousands of clay-rich hills on Mars, revealing evidence of ancient water and transforming our understanding of the Red Planet's climate history.

Blue Ghost lander captures stunning video of Earth as a glowing 'blue marble' from orbit

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Blue Ghost lander captures stunning video of Earth as a glowing 'blue marble' from orbit

Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost lander is en route to the Moon, capturing stunning Earth images and carrying NASA-funded payloads to advance lunar science and exploration.

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 from space: NASA astronaut shares stunning night images of largest human gathering in the World

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Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 from space: NASA astronaut shares stunning night images of largest human gathering in the World

NASA astronaut Donald Pettit shares breathtaking images of Prayagraj illuminated during the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, capturing the world's largest human gathering from space.

A 100-foot asteroid to make a close approach to Earth today: Will it collide with Earth? Here’s what NASA says

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A 100-foot asteroid to make a close approach to Earth today: Will it collide with Earth? Here’s what NASA says

NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) is tracking a fascinating cosmic event. A 100-foot-wide asteroid, 2025 BH2, will make its closest approach to Earth on 27 January.

Avian diversity shines at Sundarban Bird Festival 2025 with 154 species spotted

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Avian diversity shines at Sundarban Bird Festival 2025 with 154 species spotted

The Sundarban Bird Festival 2025 records an impressive 154 bird species, highlighting the region's rich avifauna and the importance of conservation efforts in protecting this unique mangrove ecosystem.

Get ready for a rare planet parade tonight: How and where to witness planets visible in the night sky with naked eye

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Get ready for a rare planet parade tonight: How and where to witness planets visible in the night sky with naked eye

A rare celestial event is captivating stargazers this week, with Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, and Mars aligning for a dazzling planetary display.

Asteroid threat? A giant, 44-foot, house-sized space rock approaching Earth tomorrow; here's what NASA says

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Asteroid threat? A giant, 44-foot, house-sized space rock approaching Earth tomorrow; here's what NASA says

NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory is tracking asteroid 2024 YY5, approaching Earth on January 26.

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