The planet Earth has existed for approximately 4.5 billion years, more or less, undergoing significant transformations during that time. Initially a molten, churning mass, it eventually cooled down, forming several small tectonic plates; a few billion years later, the planet … Read More
Astronomers have been on the hunt for years for rocky planets beyond our solar system with an atmosphere—a characteristic deemed essential for any chance of supporting life. Finally, it seems they’ve pinpointed one. However, this fiery planet—reportedly covered in molten … Read More
We don’t know when the peak of activity for this solar cycle will be, but we’re getting close, and the Sun isn’t disappointing. For the first time since January 2005, the NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center has issued a severe … Read More
We have noticed that certain people are not entirely clear why flying in the opposite direction of Earth’s rotation does not result in shorter flight times. In a post by someone who denies the Earth spins, a confused person writes: … Read More
The prospect of an asteroid crashing into Earth is terrifying. While Michael Bay’s 1998 film Armageddon depicted a fictional scenario, NASA has a plan in place in case it becomes a reality. Apart from exploring methods to send humans to … Read More
Ongoing efforts persist in the quest for the mysterious Planet Nine, with recent research presenting what is described as the “strongest statistical evidence yet” supporting the existence of such a celestial body lingering within the distant reaches of our Solar … Read More