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Time-lapse orbit animation of OSIRIS-APEX's epic journey to asteroid Apophis

The OSIRIS-REx spacecraft's name has been changed to OSIRIS-APEX for its new mission to asteroid Apophis. See its journey to ...
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A once in a lifetime asteroid event is coming in 2029

On April 13, 2029, a massive asteroid named Apophis will pass extremely close to Earth. It will fly closer than many ...

UN Network Closely Watching Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS — Here's the Serious Reason Why

Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS makes its closest approach to Earth this week, safely passing at 167m miles. The UN & NASA are ...

Space agency activates its largest planetary defense drill as interstellar visitor approaches Earth

The world's largest planetary defense drill is underway as scientists prepare for 3I/ATLAs to make its closest pass by Earth ...
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The UN's International Asteroid Warning Network is closely watching comet 3I/ATLAS. Here's why.

The comet, which will come within roughly 167 million miles (270 million kilometers) of our planet, will be tracked by telescopes around the world so astronomers can pinpoint its location and make ...

Did You Know What Causes the Geminid Meteor Shower? Take the Quiz

Did you know the Geminids can produce several bright meteors per minute under clear, dark skies? Take this quiz to check your ...