Unbelievable facts, recent scientific discoveries, and thought-provoking theories about space exploration and the Universe in general. Interesting reads for amateur astronomers, skywatchers, and anyone who would like to learn more about the universe we live in!
Almost once a year, the unique phenomenon of celestial beauty called the total solar eclipse takes place in different parts of the world. The next opportunity to enjoy this captivating celestial event is the total solar eclipse in November 2012. What is a total solar eclipse? A solar eclipse is…
There are some pretty interesting facts about space and the universe out there. If you thought you knew quite a bit about planets and space, then think again! You haven't seen anything yet! The universe is vast, including dust, light, planets, and unidentified objects. Over the years, we've learned some…
The question of the emergence of life on Earth has tortured scientific minds for centuries. With the impressive advances in modern science, more and more studies start to unveil the mystery of our origins. Could life have started somewhere else in the universe after all? The results of a new…
Fifty years ago, people thought that at our time, space travel would be as accessible as travel by public transport. Unfortunately, these hopes were not realized. But perhaps as early as 2050, it will be possible to reach the universe by space elevator, the concept of which was presented by…
Could there be elusive portals hidden within the magnetosphere surrounding our planet? Scientists continue to search for answers. Jack Scudder, an expert in plasma physics at the University of Iowa, states that in the magnetosphere of our planet there are so-called “X points”. These "X points" are thought to be hidden portals where…
Science is expected to give answers to the important and the unimportant phenomena that take place around us, and the truth is that most of the time, it does not disappoint us. But there still remain mysteries that even the greatest scientists do not have an explanation for. Here are…
According to the prevailing theory, the moon was formed from debris ejected into space when the Earth collided and merged with another celestial body of Mars' size. But now, European researchers estimate that the body that crashed on our planet was even bigger and managed to “survive” the collision. Although…
This August, we will have two full moons! The second full moon that occurs in the same month is called "Blue Moon", and this time, it falls on the last night of summer. A blue moon is a second full moon that takes place within one month. This year, it…
