Key Takeaways: These are rare lightning-like flashes that shoot from the tops of storm clouds toward space, reaching up to 30 miles into the […]
Category: Astronomy
Scientists say the Universe can bend the laws of physics all by itself
The universe might adapt its physical laws, like AI systems refining their algorithms. Key Takeaways Researchers propose the universe “learns” its laws over time, evolving […]
Black holes might not be entirely black or even true holes
Dark Stars Could Explain Dark Matter and Fast Radio Bursts, Challenging Our Understanding of Black Holes Key takeaways Black holes might be “dark stars” with […]
Every 2.4 million years, Mars exerts enough gravitational pull on Earth to alter the ocean floor
Mars’ gravity causes Earth’s deep-sea currents to intensify every 2.4 million years. Key takeaways: New research suggests that Mars’ gravitational pull on Earth might influence […]
A passing star could make our solar system collapse, scientists predict
Simulations reveal 26 scenarios where planets collide or are ejected from the solar system. Key Takeaways A passing star could disrupt Neptune’s orbit by just […]
We’re finally figuring out how Uranus ended up on its side
Uranus’s sideways tilt is so extreme that its poles directly face the Sun during summer. Key Takeaways Uranus’s unique sideways tilt likely resulted from a […]
An underground cave discovered on the Moon may provide shelter for future explorers
NASA radar data reveals a 443-foot deep lunar cave in the Sea of Tranquility. Key takeaways: NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) detected a cave beneath […]
Two supermassive black holes set to collide will distort space and time in about 10,000 years
Two supermassive black holes will collide in 10,000 years, warping space and time. Key takeaways: Two supermassive black holes, each hundreds of millions of times […]
Mars Rover Discovers Three Potential Signs of Ancient Life in One Rock
Perseverance’s recent find on Mars revealed three key signs of ancient life on one rock. Key takeaways: Perseverance found three signs of potential ancient microbial […]
NASA suggests a magnetic shield to safeguard Mars’ atmosphere
A magnetic shield at Mars’ Lagrange Point could raise its temperature by 4°C (7°F). Key Takeaways NASA proposes deploying a magnetic shield at Mars’ L1 […]