‘Completely bonkers’ collision of 2 exoplanets observed
Reported by Space | EarthSky
Astronomers found that the erratically flickering light from a stable star was due to debris from the collision of 2 exoplanets.
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- By: Space | EarthSky
- On: Tue, 17 Mar 2026 11:00 +0000
Seeking other Earths: Will this new telescope find them?
Reported by Space | EarthSky
Finding Earth-sized or potentially Earth-like exoplanets is not easy. A new proposal suggests combining an orbital starshade with large ground-based telescopes.
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- By: Space | EarthSky
- On: Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:40 +0000
A Bit of Gray on an Emerald Isle
Reported by NASA
Ireland is best known for its many greens, but the striking grays of the island’s Burren region also stand out in satellite images....
- By: NASA
- On: Tue, 17 Mar 2026 04:01 +0000
The Coming Age of Space Stations
Reported by Universe Today
With the ISS set to retire in 2030, several plans are in place to replace it. These include existing space stations, proposals by rising national space agencies, and commercial space stations. With multiple outposts in orbit, the potential for research, de...
- By: Matthew Williams (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/houseofwilliams)
- On: Mon, 16 Mar 2026 23:22 +0000
Are Rogue Exomoons the Newest Frontier in the Search for Habitability?
Reported by Universe Today
There may be as many rogue planets or free-floating planets in the Milky Way as there are stars. If there are billions of these worlds, some of them have likely held onto their moons. New research reveals a pathway to habitability for these rogue exomoons....
- By: Evan Gough (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/ion23drive)
- On: Mon, 16 Mar 2026 20:53 +0000
NASA Invites Media to Learn About Upcoming X-59 Test Flights
Reported by NASA
NASA will hold a media teleconference at 5:30 p.m. EDT on Thursday, March 19 to highlight plans for its X-59 quiet supersonic aircraft’s upcoming flight tests. The teleconference is set to take place after the X-59 is scheduled to complete its second fli...
- By: NASA
- On: Mon, 16 Mar 2026 19:48 +0000