Our solar system is the product of impact events, but while asteroid strikes with major consequences like the dinosaur extinction have decreased significantly in the last hundred million years, this era of relative calm is just an illusion. A catastrophic asteroid strike will occur in the future. The question is — what is science prepared [...]
The debate over the possibility of an additional planet in our solar system has gone on for years. Most recently, Pluto was demoted from a planet to a dwarf planet. That means we're now looking for a Planet Nine, not an elusive Planet X. While controversial with the general public, Pluto's demotion was widely agreed upon by [...]
Space is such an enigma. There so many aspects of the universe that remain unexplored and offer unlimited potential. As such, it is a source of endless fascination for droves of spectators who are drawn to the complexities that are hidden within the cosmos and throughout its vastness. With that in mind, here are five [...]
Most people know that all stars eventually die. With that said, when will the sun die, and what will happen as it starts to die? Luckily, most experts believe humans won't be around to witness the death of the sun. In the past, astronomers believed that the sun would turn into a planetary nebula and [...]
Of course, when it comes to things like galaxies, the word “tiny” is relative. This heretofore unknown galaxy, christened Bedin I, is 3000 light years across. This means that it takes light 3000 years to cross from one end to the other. As for mileage, consider that one light year is 5.88 trillion miles. But the galaxy [...]
Thanks to technological improvements in digital photography, both professionals and amateurs are capable of shooting the stars without specialized equipment or software. Astroscapes, images with foreground landscape elements along with the night sky above, have surged in popularity. With the right equipment, one can capture stunning images of the night sky. CAMERA AND LENSES REQUIRED FOR [...]
Traveling during the holidays adds a sense of adventure to traditional holiday plans. Yes, it's more expensive to travel during the holidays, but it's worth it. With a bit of research and planning, holiday travelers can take advantage of cheaper hotel rooms and inexpensive flights. Why not opt for a holiday winter vacation this year? [...]
In 2019, explore familiar and new destinations around the world. These 7 great places to travel in 2019 combine amazing natural sights, architectural marvels, incredible food, and quality lodging. Take the time to explore a different place this year and enjoy all that the world has to offer. Armenia With a new liberal government, Armenia is ready to welcome [...]
The space program belonging to the People's Republic of China began during the 1950s. At that time, the country developed a ballistic missile program when they felt threatened by the United States and Russia. However, space exploration did not begin until 2003 when Yang Liwei entered space aboard the Shenzhou 5. The program continually evolved over the [...]
Comet Wirtanen passed extremely close to Earth earlier this month and its approach was observable several days in advance. Up to a week in advance of its arrival, the comet could be observed with the naked eye in parts of Ireland. It was also observed and reported by Astronomy Ireland, a nonprofit educational organization based [...]
