The James Webb Space Telescope is one of the most powerful telescopes ever made by NASA till now. It continues to help us set ...

Astronomers have obtained remarkably detailed images of two stellar explosions -- called novae -- just days after they began.

Scientists have detected the most distant supernova ever seen, exploding when the universe was less than a billion years old.

James Webb has spotted the most distant supernova ever seen, exploding just 730 million years after the Big Bang, offering ...

Hubble reveals a chaotic spiral galaxy whose close encounter with a neighbor has ignited a spectacular burst of star birth.

Beyond better testing, we need better protection. Physical shields seem like the obvious first defense. Hydrogen-rich materials such as polyethylene and water-absorbing hydrogels can slow charged ...

A dozen luminous blue outbursts were thought to be unusual supernovae. A new outburst, the brightest yet, suggests it's ...

Astronomers may have discovered the first example of an explosive cosmic event called a "superkilonova," in the form of a gravitational wave signal detected on Aug. 18, 2025.

The state-of-the-art data sonification system translates pixels of celestial objects into sounds, thereby composing melodious classical symphonies.

Contrary to popular belief, our universe may not be constantly expanding after all. A groundbreaking study by South Korean ...

Illinois residents may be able to catch a peek of the first full moon of 2026 tonight. Here's when to venture outside.

A spectacular supermoon and the first meteor shower of the new year will soon appear in the California night sky. The ...