Asteroids

NASA confirms four asteroids, ranging from car- to house-sized, will pass Earth safely on 13–14 October 2025, posing no threat.

NASA tracks four asteroids passing at safe distance from Earth on 5th October

NASA confirms four near-Earth asteroids will pass Earth safely, measuring from bus to house-sized, with no impact risk on 5th October.

Scientists warning: Invisible asteroids near Venus could threaten Earth

Astronomers warn that Earth may be at risk from previously undetected asteroids co-orbiting near Venus. Hidden by the Sun’s glare, these “invisible” objects could eventually cross Earth’s orbit.

Five bright comets approaching Earth: Here’s when they will be visible in the skies

Five bright comets are approaching Earth soon, with Comet Lemmon leading the way. Astronomers predict it could become visible to the naked eye under dark skies.

Meteor fireballs, nebulae, Durdle Door skies and more: See NASA's 10 stunning astronomical images

From dazzling meteor fireballs to glowing nebulae and cosmic clouds, NASA’s latest collection of astronomical images captures the beauty and mystery of our universe in breathtaking detail.

Two giant asteroids to make ‘close approach’ to Earth today: Should we be worried?

Both space rocks are big enough to cause serious regional damage if they were to hit, but they’ll instead sail past at millions of miles away.

NASA tracks two airplane-sized asteroids set for close encounter with Earth today

Astronomers are closely monitoring asteroids 2025 KH2 and 2025 KR1, which are set to pass Earth on 30 May 2025.

Can crashing icy asteroids into Mars make it habitable? Here's scientist's new plan

The Martian atmosphere is currently very thin and mostly made up of carbon dioxide. It is incapable of supporting human life.

Up to 1 million hidden interstellar objects possibly larger than the Statue of Liberty may drift in outer solar system

New research suggests millions of unseen interstellar objects, some as big as the Statue of Liberty, could be trapped in the solar system, originating from Alpha Centauri, our closest star system.

China forms 'Planetary Defence Force' to combat rising threat of 'city killer' asteroid 2024 YR4

China establishes a planetary defence force as asteroid 2024 YR4's collision risk increases, while NASA's Dart mission inspires China's asteroid defence strategy.

Scientists reveal cities at risk if 'city killer' asteroid 2024 YR4 hits Earth in 2032: Is your country on the list?

Scientists are monitoring a massive asteroid that could strike Earth. Experts have identified potential impact areas.

NASA alerts: At a staggering speed of 16,490 mph, a huge 67-foot asteroid is coming very close to Earth today

NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) is closely monitoring asteroid 2025 CA2, which is set to pass by Earth on 18 February 2025.

Asteroid Alert: A massive 93-foot airplane-sized asteroid approaching Earth tomorrow, NASA warns

NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory is tracking asteroid 2025 CR.

NASA closely monitoring 'city killer asteroid' with 100x power of Hiroshima's bomb that may hit Earth in 2032

NASA is closely monitoring an asteroid that may hit Earth in 2032. The space agency is using the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) to study 2024 YR4.

Asteroid Alert: NASA tracks three giant space rocks flying by Earth today at high speed

NASA has issued an alert for three near-Earth objects (NEOs) set to pass by Earth on 10 February 2025.

NASA issues an urgent alert: Two huge asteroids are heading towards Earth at high speed today

NASA issues alert for two asteroids passing Earth soon, highlighting the importance of asteroid tracking and planetary defense efforts to safeguard our planet.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Did Moon create Earth's second Moon? New study sheds light on the secret of our planet's temporary visitor

Scientists discover asteroid 2024 PT5, a small space rock with a mysterious origin, possibly ejected from the Moon after a large impact, shedding new light on lunar history.

NASA's urgent alert: A huge 170-Foot, airplane-sized asteroid coming very close to Earth — Check details

NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) is tracking asteroid 2025 BK as it coming near to Earth.

'It would've ripped me in half': For the 1st time, sound and video of meteorite striking Earth recorded together

A doorbell camera captures the rare moment a meteorite crashes in Prince Edward Island, marking the island's first-ever meteorite discovery and shedding new light on the solar system.

Asteroid to fly by Earth tomorrow: NASA tracks three giant space rocks set for close encounters at high speeds

NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) has confirmed the approach of three asteroids near Earth on 13 January.