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5 moon myths that still fool people today
There are plenty of myths that surround the moon. Here are 5 of the most popular. How many of these myths have you been led to believe?
March 27, 2026
Strange star mystery solved after 50 years
For 50 years, astronomers have puzzled over a strange star in Cassiopeia bright in X-rays. But new data from XRISM revealed the culprit: a hidden companion.
March 27, 2026
Astronomers spot 2 planets forming around young star
Astronomers have spotted 2 planets forming in the disk around a young star named WISPIT 2, which resembles a young version of our solar system.
March 26, 2026
Moons of rogue planets habitable for billions of years?
Could moons of rogue planets support life? A new study led by researchers in Germany shows they could, if they have hydrogen atmospheres.
March 26, 2026
Life’s genetic code just discovered in asteroid samples
Scientists found all 5 fundamental units of life’s genetic code in asteroid Ryugu. Could these building blocks have formed in space and been delivered to Earth?
March 25, 2026
NASA’s new exoplanet mission shows 1st images to the public
NASA's new exoplanet mission - called SPARCS - has taken its 1st light images. It will monitor low-mass stars to see if their planets could be habitable.
March 24, 2026
More moons for Jupiter and Saturn! New totals here
The Minor Planet Center announced 4 more moons for Jupiter and 11 for Saturn on March 16, 2026. Their new grand totals? Saturn has 285 and Jupiter has 101.
March 20, 2026
New kind of searing, molten super-Earth exoplanet revealed
L 98-59 d is a molten super-Earth exoplanet, with a deep subsurface global ocean of magma. The study's results come from new analysis of data from Webb.
March 19, 2026
A comet breaks apart, and Hubble sees it happen
Hubble captures a rare moment as a comet breaks apart after passing close to our sun. The images revealing ancient material from the early solar system.
March 18, 2026
What makes a halo around the sun or moon?
A halo around the sun or moon often appears as a glowing ring in the sky. It’s a stunning sight, but have you ever wondered what causes it?
March 18, 2026
