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Galaxy MoM-z14 confirmed as most distant object ever seen
Galaxy MoM-z14 - a bright galaxy that existed 280 million years after the Big Bang - is for now the most distant object ever measured by astronomers.
February 10, 2026
See Sirius, the brightest star in the night sky
Sirius is the brightest star as seen from Earth and is visible from both hemispheres. It lies just 8.6 light-years away, in the constellation Canis Major.
February 10, 2026
Sirius B: Now is the best time to see Sirius’ companion
Now is a great time to see Sirius' dim companion, Sirius B. The 2 are currently at their maximum separation as viewed from Earth.
February 10, 2026
These caterpillars hear through hair, scientists discover
Scientists discovered that caterpillars hear airborne sounds using tiny body hairs. This discovery can offer insights for advanced sound technology.
February 9, 2026
Is the whole universe just a simulation? Possibly!
Are we living in a simulation? Is Earth, and the whole universe, a simulation? It might be more likely than you think! Read more here.
February 8, 2026
New discovery of ammonia on Europa hints at active geology
A new analysis of images from the Galileo mission has revealed deposits of ammonia on Europa. It could mean a geologically active crust and habitable ocean.
February 8, 2026
Jupiter’s moons: How to see and enjoy them
December 2026 and January 2027 are great months for seeing Jupiter's moons Io, Europa, Ganymede and Callisto with binoculars or a small telescope.
February 7, 2026
Spring fireball season is underway! Watch for them
Spring fireball season is now! The rate of fireballs (bright meteors) often goes up in the Northern Hemisphere by as much as 30% from February through April.
February 6, 2026
Dark matter, not a black hole, could power Milky Way’s heart
A new study suggests a dark matter core, and not a supermassive black hole, lies at the center of our Milky Way galaxy. Read more here.
February 6, 2026
Meteorite hunting? Here’s tips on how to find one
Meteorite hunters look for rocks different from their surroundings. Later, they analyze the properties of unusual rocks to confirm it's a meteorite.
February 6, 2026
