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!
I love standing mesmerized beneath a full moon, don’t you? Well, even if you don’t share that passion with me, you can still take a look - make sure you catch a glimpse of the first full moon on Christmas in 38 years. That’s right! Christmas hasn’t seen a full…
The idea of the existence of infinite worlds has been fascinating scientific minds for centuries. Let's explore some of the most intriguing theories and studies that suggest our universe is not the only one. According to the conventional cosmic theory, our universe was created about 13.7 billion years ago in…
Brace yourselves! Apparently, there is a giant alien structure orbiting a star in a distant galaxy - over 1,500 light years away. Okay, you got excited at first, and then you noticed how far away this thing is. Regardless, you want to know what it is, don't you? Well, let’s…
The idea of the existence of a parallel universe is an intriguing one. The notion of realities running side by side with existence, as we know it, is bound to keep us curious. It’s not new speculation, we have considered the possibilities of a parallel universe for decades, even building…
One of the most fantastic predictions of Einstein’s general theory of relativity has been the existence of gravitational radiation. Should gravitational waves be real, it means that the empty space as a medium for propagation of gravitational waves can itself oscillate and move. Since its prediction in 1917, a lot…
Black holes are regarded as the most extreme case of gravity. They are objects so compact with extremely high gravity that even light cannot escape. Their properties were first studied by the famous American physicists Robert Oppenheimer and Hartland Snyder in 1939 who theoretically proved that whenever a star of…
Maybe not today, maybe not a year from now and not even 50 years from now, but eventually the Earth may witness a catastrophic event. It may even be the dreaded apocalypse for some in the vast universe. So, sit back, take a breath and enjoy your home planet. Life…
It is a well-known fact that if you fall into a black hole, there is no possibility of escaping from it. Such a fall will immediately lead to the disintegration of your body due to strong tension forces. But there are now some ideas about the possibility of living in a…
A recent discovery by NASA has solved a mystery that has plagued scientists for years. After searching, we have discovered liquid water on Mars. Yes, it’s true, and this may be the key to discovering life as well. September 28, 2015, was the day we found water on the surface…
Ever wonder what resides in the farthest reaches of space? Well, it’s safe to say that the universe is immense, expanding outward into the never-ending reaches of the imagination. Just when we think we have located the farthest point, we go even further. It seems that we will forever venture…
