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Space photo of the week: Record-breaking James Webb telescope image captures 1,678 galaxy groups at once
Astronomers used the James Webb Space Telescope for the largest and deepest sample of galaxy groups, some of which were up to 12 billion light-years away.
Physicists create a black hole bomb for the first time
Physicists have created a model of a black hole bomb in the lab for the first time, verifying a theory first proposed more than 50 years ago.
Amateur astronomer captures detailed photos of Croc's Eye and Whirlpool galaxies from backyard observatory
The Croc's Eye and Whirlpool galaxies shine in astrophotography captured by Vermont-based night sky enthusiast Dr. Michele Hernandez Bayliss.
Science news this week: International power cuts and 'T. rex leather'
May 3, 2025: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.
Planet Nine candidate detected deep in our solar system
Researchers have found a candidate for the hypothetical Planet Nine, which could be an undiscovered giant planet way out in our solar system. However, as with all ninth planet research, the new findings were met with some skepticism.
Doomed Soviet spacecraft tumbling toward Earth may already have its parachute ou
Newly published images suggest that an unknown structure is trailing behind the Kosmos 482 probe on its descent to Earth. It could be the doomed craft's parachute.
Vesta, the 2nd-largest asteroid in the solar system, may be a piece of a lost planet
Vesta, thought to be the second-largest asteroid in the solar system, could be a piece of an ancient, unknown planet, a new study hints.
Best smart telescopes 2025: The latest technology for exploring the universe
The best smart telescopes offer a supremely easy way of viewing the night sky.
