When we think of water, we often picture oceans, rivers, or clouds here on Earth. But astronomers have uncovered something far beyond anything on our planet: a massive reservoir of water vapor in deep space, surrounding a quasar more than 12 billion light-years away. This cosmic discovery holds nearly 140 trillion times the amount of… Read More »
For the first time ever, astronomers have directly imaged a young planet forming inside the dusty rings around a star finally confirming a long-standing theory about how planets are born. The newborn planet, named WISPIT 2b, is still gathering mass, and sits in a dark gap between rings of dust and gas encircling its young,… Read More »
Have you ever woken up before dawn and felt something magical in the sky? On Sept 20, get ready for a rare and beautiful display: a thin crescent Moon, bright Venus, and glowing Saturn all visible together before sunrise. It’s a perfect chance for skywatchers, photographers, and anyone who loves nature’s wonders. What’s happening… Read More »
Have you ever wondered what happens above a thunderstorm? Beyond the familiar flashes of lightning, there is a lesser-known phenomenon called sprites—stunning bursts of light that dance high in the sky. These incredible events are part of a category known as Transient Luminous Events (TLEs), and they reveal just how dynamic our atmosphere can be.… Read More »
For decades, scientists have dreamed of discovering a world beyond our Solar System that not only resembles Earth in size but also carries an atmosphere capable of supporting life. Thanks to the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), astronomers are now closer than ever to confirming such a breakthrough. A Potential Atmosphere Around TRAPPIST-1e … Read More »
Every year, the equinox is a moment that reminds us of balance in nature. On September 22, 2025, Earth will reach that special point in its orbit around the Sun known as the Autumn Equinox. This astronomical event is not only fascinating but also carries cultural and seasonal importance for people all around the world.… Read More »
September 21, 2025 – A Sky Painted by a Partial Solar Eclipse On September 21, 2025, the heavens will unveil one of nature’s most captivating spectacles — a Partial Solar Eclipse. For skywatchers across parts of Europe, Africa, and Asia, the Moon will gracefully pass in front of the Sun, partially veiling its brilliance and… Read More »
Kepler-442b is one of the most promising exoplanets discovered so far. Lying about 1,200 light-years away in the constellation Libra, it is a Super-Earth with around 1.34 times Earth’s radius and 2.36 Earth masses. It orbits a K-type star at about 0.409 AU (roughly 61 million km), with a year that lasts about 112 days.… Read More »
🌌 Celestial Calendar: Must-See Sky Events from September to December 2025 As 2025 moves into its final months, the night sky prepares to deliver a spectacular series of astronomical events. From glowing full Moons to dazzling meteor showers and even a solar eclipse, stargazers around the world will have plenty of reasons to look up.… Read More »
Moon, Venus & Regulus Align in a Dazzling Dawn Show On the morning of September 19, 2025, early risers will be greeted with a celestial performance that’s both rare and breathtaking. A crescent Moon will rise in the eastern sky, accompanied by Venus, the brightest planet in our skies, and Regulus, the brilliant heart star… Read More »