2024 PT5 is the second near-Earth asteroid scientists suspect was ejected from the moon's surface, the first being 469219 ...

The asteroid is about 33 feet (10 meters) across and poses no danger to Earth. It joins another known lunar asteroid ...

Asteroids have significantly impacted Earth's history through numerous collisions, shaping the planet's geography and biological trajectory. Key event ...

In the United States, funding for planetary defense has long had strong bipartisan support both inside and outside of ...

On January 26, 2025, an asteroid called 2024 YY5 will fly by Earth, which has sparked interest in the scientific and space ...

Earlier this month, the Minor Planet Center announced the discovery of an unusual asteroid close to Earth. Turns out, it was ...

Here’s a trailer for an upcoming indie film called When I'm Ready , which is a romantic end-of-the-world thriller. This looks ...

It looked like an asteroid, but it was a Tesla: the space mix-up involving the celestial object 2018 CN41 was resolved in a few hours. Initially cataloged as a new asteroid, it was later ...

Scientists think a small rock discovered near Earth last August was hurled into space by an ancient impact on the lunar surface.

One Alabama woman was rudely awoken from a nap in 1954 when a meteorite came through her roof and hit her, leaving a big bruise.

The rise of private companies such as SpaceX and Blue Origin reduces costs and accelerates innovation. The US wants to use this advantage for itself.

Our night sky is a thrilling window into the cosmos – and learning what’s up there doesn’t have to be complicated ...