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Have astronomers pinpointed dark matter Galaxy X?
In 2009, astronomers predicted an unseen dark-matter-dominated dwarf galaxy orbiting our Milky Way - nicknamed Galaxy X. Now they say they've found it.
February 7, 2015
When sounding rockets launch into auroras …
In late January, researchers launched sounding rockets into the northern lights. Great images and a video!
February 6, 2015
Hello, Pluto! New images from New Horizons
On Clyde Tombaugh's birthday, newly released images from New Horizons spacecraft showing Pluto and its largest moon, Charon. The craft is now on approach to Pluto!
February 5, 2015
NASA steps closer to a Europa mission
The space community is buzzing with news of positive steps toward NASA's planned mission to Jupiter's fascinating moon Europa.
February 5, 2015
Hubble captures rare triple transit of Jupiter’s moons
New images capture a rare occurrence as three of Jupiter’s largest moons - Europa, Callisto and Io - parade simultaneously across the giant planet’s banded face.
February 5, 2015
See it! Best pics of full moon and Jupiter
An awesome gallery of photos of Jupiter and the full moon on February 3-4, 2015. Photos by EarthSky friends. Thank you all!
February 4, 2015
Absolutely awesome images of comet lander Philae
ESA hopes communications with the Philae comet lander can be regained by May or June. Wait you're waiting, check out these stunning newly released images!
February 3, 2015
Long-necked dinosaur roamed China 160 million years ago
Scientists report on the discovery in China of a new species of dinosaur - calling Qijianglong - a creature that was "half neck."
February 3, 2015
Video: What would happen if humans suddenly disappeared?
What would happen to our planet if all us humans - for some reason - suddenly vanished? Here's AsapSCIENCE's take on it.
February 3, 2015
New study helps sort out Easter Island mystery
What caused the collapse of Easter Island's Rapa Nui society? Was it environmental degradation or the arrival of Europeans? New research suggests it was a combination of factors.
February 2, 2015
