Astronomers found a fast-moving 'zombie star' in the Milky Way. This magnetar, named SGR 0501+4516, has a strong magnetic ...

Skywatchers worldwide are in for a charming cosmic display before the Sun rises Friday, as three celestial bodies will appear in close conjunction.

"We want to understand how these galaxies are forming stars, how many stars they’re forming, and especially how the black ...

According to NASA, the planetary phenomenon will be clearest about 45 minutes before sunrise, low in the eastern sky and appearing near the moon. Venus and Saturn will be the easiest to spot — but for ...

The trio is a rarity—and when all of its unusual traits are considered together, it is unique.

In the years since, Hubble has gathered more than 1.6 million observations and 430 terabytes of data. The telescope has ...

The agency said that key components of the ambitious project, including the Long March 10 heavy-lift carrier rocket, the ...

Astronomers have discovered that the magnetar SGR 0501+4516 is speeding through our galaxy at more than 110,000 mph. This ...

The Moon, Venus, and Saturn are expected to briefly align into a rare formation resembling a “smiley face” this week, Nasa ...

The Lyrids are known for their fast and bright meteors. Though not as fast or as plentiful as the famous Perseids in August, ...

Spring’s first meteor shower is reaching its peak. The Lyrids have surprised skygazers in the past with as many as 100 ...

For the Lyrids, the parent body is Comet C/1861 G1 Thatcher, a long-period comet, going around the Sun every 415 years or so.