Gamma-ray bursts (GRBs) are among the most powerful explosions in the universe, second only to the Big Bang. The majority of ...

Winds exceeding 110 mph that tore across the top of Mount Hamilton early Christmas morning blasted a massive steel protective ...

When you look at the night sky, do you ever wonder what's going on out there? On a clear night with a dark sky, if moonlight doesn't wash it out, sometimes you can see the arc of the Milky Way. The ...

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The article discusses three main telescope types: refractors (best for bright objects, portable), reflectors (best for faint objects, larger apertures), and catadioptrics (compromise between aperture ...

Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS shows a rare sun‑facing anti‑tail, raising concerns that survey telescopes miss exotic visitors ...

For centuries man has been gazing at the stars, noting various anomalies, admiring their beauty, and exploring the vast expanse. Telescopes are generally the tool of choice for stargazing, and even ...

The interstellar comet discovered this summer could be visible this week as it makes one last pass near our planet.

Few scientific tools are as productive, publicly revered, and seemingly infinitely capable as the humble observatory telescope. This optical marvel—found in locations ranging from the early Kitt Peak ...

Astronomers want to build giant telescopes on the moon to see and hear the universe more clearly. Lunar telescopes could be even stronger than the James Webb Space Telescope. They may have to compete ...

These giant, terrestrial structures serve as our planet's eyes, peering deep into space. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. The ...

The interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS makes its closest approach to Earth early Friday. Scientists have tracked the object since ...