All cosmic objects are embedded in magnetic fields. However, these fields are weak, but they are dynamically significant because they have profound effects on the dynamics of the universe. The origi… [+3462 chars]
NASAs rover, Curiosity, has clicked a picture of some bizarre but amazing rock pillars on Mars. These twisted rock formations on the Red Planet were found by the long-running rover on May 15. This ro… [+1687 chars]
On 13 June, the European Space Agency will release the Gaia mission's third full data set which contains new and improved details for almost two billion objects in our home galaxy - the Milky Way. A … [+1732 chars]
A thorough understanding of galaxy evolution depends in part on an accurate measurement of the abundance of metals in the intergalactic medium the space between stars but dust can impede observations… [+5042 chars]
Opening a bottle of champagne traditionally marks the beginning of a festive celebration. Following the delightful pop of the cork, the bubbles released from the air, and finally, a delicate ringing … [+2145 chars]
To test the operational readiness of planetary defence systems, researchers sometimes use a real asteroids close approach as a mock encounter with a new potentially hazardous asteroid. The lessons le… [+3510 chars]
