astronomy

NASA unveils snapshot of stellar birth on Webb Space Telescope anniversary

By Marcia Dunn, Associated Press

The Webb Space Telescope is marking one year of cosmic photographs with one of its best yet.

Analysis: How AI is helping astronomers study the universe

By Chris Impey, The Conversation

Artificial intelligence tools are making waves in almost every aspect of life, and astronomy is no different. An astronomer explains the history and future of AI in understanding the universe.

Scientists catch glimpse of star swallowing planet in one big gulp

By Marcia Dunn, Associated Press

Scientists for the first time have caught a star in the act of swallowing a planet. And it's not just a nibble or bite, but one big gulp.

5 planets will align in the night sky this week. Here’s how to see them

Keep an eye to the sky this week for a chance to see a planetary hangout. Five planets — Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Uranus and Mars — will line up near the moon.

Webb telescope spots what astronomers believe are surprisingly large galaxies dating back to early universe

By Marcia Dunn, Associated Press

While the new James Webb Space Telescope has spotted even older galaxies during its first year of work, it's the size and maturity of these six apparent mega-galaxies that stun scientists.

Earth prepares for a close encounter with ‘Green Comet’ not seen since the Stone Age

By Marcia Dunn, Associated Press

A comet is streaking back our way after 50,000 years. NASA says the dirty snowball last visited during Neanderthal times. It will come within 26 million miles of Earth.

How the James Webb Space Telescope captures stunning images of space

By Bella Isaacs-Thomas

Here's what makes Webb images so exceptional, plus how this telescope differs compared to its predecessor — the Hubble Space Telescope.

The last total lunar eclipse through 2025 is on Election Day. Here’s how to watch it

By Bella Isaacs-Thomas, Megan McGrew

Your last chance to witness a total lunar eclipse for the next few years will occur on Tuesday, Nov. 8, but there’s a slight catch.

Native Hawaiians gain more authority over future of sacred mountain, astronomy site

By Audrey McAvoy, Associated Press

A new state law says Mauna Kea, a mountain sacred to Native Hawaiians, must be protected for future generations and that science must be balanced with culture and the environment.