The shells of carbon-rich dust are expanding outward into space at the breakneck velocity of 1,600 miles per second. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.

Scientists have discovered a comet traveling one way out of the solar system after a close encounter with Saturn. The comet, designated Comet A117uUD (A117uUD), was only discovered on June 14, 2024, ...

The James Webb Space Telescope has observed the iconic Pillars of Creation and the view is spectacular! Travel 6,500 light-years away in this zoom into the epic new imagery. Also, see a comparison ...

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