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Scientists just made the 1st antimatter 'qubit.' Here's why it could be a big deal

Thu, 07/24/2025 - 3:00pm
Scientists made an antimatter qubit made from an antiproton that is in a state of quantum superposition. This breakthrough will allow the strength of the particle's magnetic moment to be measured with unprecedented precision.
Categories: Astronomy

Satellite data reveals 2023 was record-breaking for marine heatwaves — are we at a 'climate tipping point?'

Thu, 07/24/2025 - 2:30pm
The impacts ripple into human systems — reducing fishery yields, straining aquaculture and affecting industries that rely on stable ocean conditions.
Categories: Astronomy

'The ocean is no longer too big to watch': How AI and satellite data are helping rid Earth's seas of illegal fishing

Thu, 07/24/2025 - 2:00pm
Protected regions of the ocean are doing their job and keeping illegal fishing at bay, according to new research combining satellite imagery with artificial intelligence.
Categories: Astronomy

These gorgeous new images of the cosmos from NASA's Chandra X-ray telescope took our breath away (video)

Thu, 07/24/2025 - 1:30pm
NASA has unveiled a dazzling new collection of cosmic images from the Chandra X-ray Observatory, capturing spectacular stars and galaxies in unprecedented detail.
Categories: Astronomy

No, the whole world won't go dark on Aug. 2 — but a once-in-a-century eclipse is coming

Thu, 07/24/2025 - 1:14pm
A viral claim says the world will go dark on Aug. 2. It won't — but a record-breaking solar eclipse is coming in 2027.
Categories: Astronomy

This 'super-Earth' exoplanet 35 light-years away might have what it takes to support life

Thu, 07/24/2025 - 1:00pm
A super-Earth exoplanet has been detected within the habitable zone of a nearby red dwarf star, where liquid water might exist on its surface under the right atmospheric conditions.
Categories: Astronomy

Astronomers calculate that the universe will die in 33 billion years — much sooner than we thought

Thu, 07/24/2025 - 11:00am
The theorists predict that the beginning of the end will be in about 10 billion years — less than the present age of the universe.
Categories: Astronomy

New moon of July 2025 sees Saturn swim with the fishes tonight

Thu, 07/24/2025 - 10:00am
Saturn will be quite distinct in the Pisces constellation.
Categories: Astronomy

'Here today, Gorn tomorrow:' Showrunners talk putting a classic alien adversary to rest in 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' (exclusive)

Thu, 07/24/2025 - 9:00am
'Here today, Gorn tomorrow. I think it's now time for other scary things to take their place.'
Categories: Astronomy

New fiber optic telescope 4MOST channels 'The Fantastic Four' | Space photo of the day for July 24, 2025

Thu, 07/24/2025 - 8:00am
Marvel's new superhero movie isn't the only thing featuring some of the brightest stars.
Categories: Astronomy

Largest-ever supernova catalog ever provides further evidence dark energy is weakening

Thu, 07/24/2025 - 6:00am
A catalog of over 2,000 exploding white dwarf vampire stars, the largest ever gathered, has provided further evidence that dark energy is weakening.
Categories: Astronomy

2 Earth weather satellites accidentally spy on Venus

Wed, 07/23/2025 - 5:00pm
Japan's Himawari-8 and Himawari-9 satellites, designed to study weather here on Earth, have also been quietly collecting valuable data on Venus for nearly a decade, scientists recently discovered.
Categories: Astronomy

New Neil Armstrong Prize to honor achievements in space

Wed, 07/23/2025 - 4:00pm
Purdue University's new Neil Armstrong Space Prize, named for the school's most famous astronaut-alum, will honor achievements in "space discovery, innovation and human achievement."
Categories: Astronomy

See Tianzhou 9 cargo mission dock at China's Tiangong space station (video)

Wed, 07/23/2025 - 3:00pm
The Tianzhou 9 freighter arrived at China's Tiangong space station last week, packed with supplies. Watch its arrival in this video.
Categories: Astronomy

Scientists may have solved a chemistry mystery about Jupiter's ocean moon Europa

Wed, 07/23/2025 - 2:00pm
A long-standing mystery about the presence of hydrogen peroxide on Jupiter's icy ocean moon Europa may be closer to being solved.
Categories: Astronomy

Space Force's Golden Dome chief says space-based missile interceptors are possible today. 'We have proven every element of the physics'

Wed, 07/23/2025 - 1:23pm
The head of the Trump administration's Golden Dome program says the technologies needed to create such an ambitious space-based missile defense system already exist.
Categories: Astronomy

Interstellar invader Comet 3I/ATLAS is packed with water ice that could be older than Earth

Wed, 07/23/2025 - 1:00pm
Scientists have examined the interstellar invader 3I/ATLAS, finding evidence that it is packed with water that could be older than the solar system.
Categories: Astronomy

Ozzy Osbourne's journey through space, time and sci-fi: A Tribute to the 'Prince of Darkness'

Wed, 07/23/2025 - 12:29pm
A Space.com obituary for the ‘Prince of Darkness' Ozzy Osbourne.
Categories: Astronomy

How do scientists calculate the probability that an asteroid could hit Earth?

Wed, 07/23/2025 - 11:00am
The 2024 YR4 asteroid may come close to Earth, but how do experts calculate this potential impact?
Categories: Astronomy

The Milky Way brightens the moonless summer sky this week: Here's where to look

Wed, 07/23/2025 - 10:00am
Our galaxy will make for a particularly splendid sight on the dark nights surrounding the new moon phase on July 24.
Categories: Astronomy