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Massive bubbles at center of Milky Way caused by supermassive black hole
In 2020, the X-ray telescope eRosita took images of two enormous bubbles extending far above and below the center of our galaxy. New research suggests the bubbles are a result of a powerful jet of activity from the supermassive black hole at the center of the Milky Way.
March 7, 2022 Read more
Powerful warm winds seen blowing from a neutron star as it rips up its companion
Using the most powerful telescopes on Earth and in space, a team of astronomers has found for the first time blasts of hot, warm and cold winds from a neutron star whilst it consumes matter from a nearby star. The discovery provides new insight into the behaviours of some of the most extreme objects in the universe.
March 2, 2022 Read more
A solar illusion: Coronal loops may not be what they seem
New study challenges long-held assumptions about the structure of the Sun's atmosphere.
March 2, 2022 Read more
'Closest black hole' system found to contain no black hole
Scientists report that there is no black hole in HR 6819, which is instead a 'vampire' two-star system in a rare and short-lived stage of its evolution.
March 2, 2022 Read more
What's happening in the depths of distant worlds?
Discovery could have revolutionary implications for how we think about the dynamics of exoplanet interiors.
March 1, 2022 Read more
Cosmic web orchestrates the progression of galaxies
The shape of galaxies and how they evolve depend on a web of cosmological filaments that run across the Universe. According to a recent study, this cosmic web plays a much bigger role than previously thought.
February 26, 2022 Read more
New evidence proves acceleration of quasar outflows at scale of tens of parsecs
Researchers created a new way to measure the physical properties of galactic ionized gas, and discovered the acceleration of quasar outflows at the scale of tens of parsecs for the first time.
February 25, 2022 Read more
Death spiral: a black hole spins on its side
Researchers found that the axis of rotation of a black hole in a binary system is tilted more than 40 degrees relative to the axis of stellar orbit. The finding challenges current theoretical models of black hole formation.
February 25, 2022 Read more
Microscopic view on asteroid collisions could help us understand planet formation
A new way of dating collisions between asteroids and planetary bodies throughout our Solar System's history could help scientists reconstruct how and when planets were born.
February 24, 2022 Read more
Astronomers identify real-life Tatooine using new method
Study proves ground-based telescopes can search for planets with two suns.
February 23, 2022 Read more
Colossal black holes locked in dance at heart of galaxy (w/video)
Astronomers find evidence for the tightest-knit supermassive black hole duo observed to date.
February 23, 2022 Read more
Mysterious source of fast radio bursts
The phenomenon of fast radio bursts is one of the greatest mysteries of modern astrophysics. Until now it has been believed that their source is magnetars. The latest discovery may partially revise this view.
February 23, 2022 Read more
From the streets to the stratosphere: Clean driving technology enables cleaner rocket fuel
A chemical used in electric vehicle batteries could also give us carbon-free fuel for space flight. In addition to emission reductions, this chemical also has several advantages over other types of rocket fuels: higher energy, lower costs, and no requirement for frozen storage.
February 23, 2022 Read more
Astronomers map mysterious element in space
Scientists have provided an important clue to the origin of the element Ytterbium in the Milky Way, by showing that the element largely originates from supernova explosions. The groundbreaking research also provides new opportunities for studying the evolution of our galaxy.
February 23, 2022 Read more
Organic compounds on Ceres
Researchers also find salt deposits in an impact crater on the dwarf planet.
February 23, 2022 Read more
What ingredients went into the galactic blender to create the Milky Way?
Our galaxy is a giant 'smoothie' of blended stars and gas but a new study tells us where the components came from.
February 23, 2022 Read more
Galaxy collision creates 'space triangle in new Hubble image
A spectacular head-on collision between two galaxies fueled the unusual triangular-shaped star-birthing frenzy, as captured in a new image from NASA's Hubble Space Telescope.
February 22, 2022 Read more
A 'hot Jupiter's' dark side is revealed in detail for first time
The planet's night side likely hosts iron clouds, titanium rain, and winds that dwarf Earth's jetstream.
February 21, 2022 Read more