For the first time, astronomers have captured detailed images of a star other than the sun, showing the motion of hot, bubbling gas on its surface....

For the first time, astronomers have captured detailed images of a star other than the sun, showing the motion of hot, bubbling gas on its surface....

Astronomers have long been puzzled by the origins of supermassive black holes—enormous objects found at the center of most galaxies, including our...

Astronomers have long been puzzled by the origins of supermassive black holes—enormous objects found at the center of most galaxies, including our...

A team of international astronomers has made an exciting discovery about how planets form, thanks to new observations from the Atacama Large...

A team of international astronomers has made an exciting discovery about how planets form, thanks to new observations from the Atacama Large...

What’s the difference between an asteroid and a comet? A comet is basically a dirty iceball composed of rock and ice. The classic image is of a...

The close relationship between the pet food industry and veterinary profession has led to widespread misinformation, unethical practices, and a system...

The close relationship between the pet food industry and veterinary profession has led to widespread misinformation, unethical practices, and a system...

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