Astronomy

New James Webb Space Telescope observations of LHS 1140b hint at a temperate water world with a nitrogen-rich atmosphere.

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The James Webb Space Telescope has for the first time detected the difference between the morning and evening of a tidally locked gas giant planet.

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Having survived two recent threats — high-velocity space dust and enhanced solar activity — Gaia is now returning better data than ever.

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Scorpius poses at center stage in the south. The Sagittarius Teapot follows behind it. And Rasalhague, the head star of Ophiuchus. turns the Summer Triangle into a big, upright diamond.

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A new look at data from NASA's Cassini mission confirms methane cycles on Saturn's largest moon, Titan, just as water cycles on Earth.

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The development of the VIPER lunar rover has been discontinued.

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The latest smartscope astrophotography craze opens the door to some incredible opportunities for both beginners and seasoned observers.

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Little-known Norma, a small constellation in the southern sky, contains several stellar and deep-sky delights.

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