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A New Way to Detect Daisy Worlds
The Daisy World model describes a hypothetical planet that self-regulates, maintaining a delicate balance involving its…
Astronomers Map the Shape of a Black Hole’s Corona for the First Time
If you were lucky enough to observe a total eclipse, you are certain to remember the…
Two Supermassive Black Holes on the Verge of a Merger
In March 2021, astronomers observed a high-energy burst of light from a distant galaxy. Assigned the…
Interferometry Will Be the Key to Resolving Exoplanets
When it comes to telescopes, bigger really is better. A larger telescope brings with it the…
A New Mission To Pluto Could Answer the Questions Raised by New Horizons
Pluto may have been downgraded from full-planet status, but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t hold a…
Our Breathtaking Cosmos: New Zealand Astrophotography Winners Announced
The New Zealand Astrophotography Competition showcases and recognizes some of the most stunning images of the…
Yes, Virginia, The Universe is Still Making Galaxies
Despite the fact that our universe is old, cold, and well past its prime, it’s not…
Why are Some Quasars So Lonely?
At the centre of most galaxies are supermassive black holes. When they are ‘feeding’ they blast…
Congressional Hearing Fuels Fresh Debate About UFOs
An 11-page document that’s attributed to a Pentagon whistleblower has provided new cases in the controversy…