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Planets May 9, 2024

Scientists discover thick atmosphere enveloping rocky so-called 'super Earth' planet

Researchers have discovered a thick atmosphere enveloping a planet called 55 Cancri e, which is twice the size of Earth and located in a nearby solar system.

Astronomy May 3, 2024

Eta Aquarid meteor shower peaks this weekend. Here's how you can see the celestial event.

The Eta Aquarid meteor shower peaks this weekend. Astronomers say it should be visible in both hemispheres. The Eta Aquarids occur every year in early May.

LIFESTYLE April 25, 2024

On this day in history, April 25, 1990, Hubble Space Telescope placed in orbit by Space Shuttle Discovery

The Hubble Space Telescope, proclaimed by NASA to be the most significant advance in astronomy since Galileo, was placed in orbit on this day in history, April 25, 1990.

Astronomy April 18, 2024

Lyrid meteor shower peaks this weekend: How to catch a glimpse of the celestial event

The Lyrid meteor shower, occurring annually in mid-to-late April, is currently underway with its peak activity expected Sunday into Monday, officials say.

LIFESTYLE April 17, 2024

Rare star explosion expected to be 'once-in-a-lifetime viewing opportunity,' NASA officials say

Astronomers predict that a star system located 3,000 light years away from planet Earth will become visible this year as a nova explosion is to occur, NASA officials say.

AIR AND SPACE April 17, 2024

'Peculiar' black hole discovered in Milky Way, scientists say

Astronomers have detected a black hole positioned roughly 2,000 light-years from Earth in the constellation Aquila. It was identified through the Gaia mission.

Texas April 9, 2024

Spaced out: Sheila Jackson Lee tells Texas students 'planet' moon is 'made up of mostly of gases'

Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, a Democrat from Texas, told students the moon was a planet and that it was made up of gases while speaking to them before the solar eclipse on April 8.

Solar Eclipse April 9, 2024

If you missed the fun, look out for these upcoming total solar eclipses

Total solar eclipses occur every few years, but they are often only able to be seen from somewhere in the ocean. These are the next times a total solar eclipse will pass over land.

VIDEO April 8, 2024

Zoos to observe how animals react to solar eclipse

Janice Dean visits Little Rock, Arkansas zoo, one of the top locations for viewing the upcoming eclipse

VIDEO April 8, 2024

Astronomy professor debunks eclipse myths

University of Dallas astronomy professor Dr. Richard Olenick on the upcoming eclipse and what you should know.

TECH April 4, 2024

Ultimate guide to viewing solar eclipse on April 8

The moon will pass between Earth and the sun for a total eclipse on April 8. This could be your last chance to witness a full solar eclipse until 2044.