What are neutron stars? The cosmic gold mines, explained

What are neutron stars? The cosmic gold mines, explained

Neutron stars are the perfect cosmic laboratory for the scientists who study them, thanks to their observability, extreme gravity, and strong magnetic fields. Credit: ESO/L. Calçada. It isn’t a secret that humanity and everything around us is made of star stuff. But...
NASA Astronauts are Trying Out the Starship Lunar Elevator

NASA Astronauts are Trying Out the Starship Lunar Elevator

As NASA continues to ramp up efforts for its Artemis program, which has the goal of landing the first woman and person of color on the lunar surface, two NASA astronauts recently conducted training with a replica of SpaceX’s Starship human landing system (HLS), albeit...
ESA – One million astronomical objects

ESA – One million astronomical objects

Embark on a cosmic journey with ESA as we explore the universe through the lens of ‘One Million’. From the scorching temperatures of the Sun’s corona to the cosmic gaze of the NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope — discover the astronomical wonders that...