The tektite field in Brazil shows that the region was hit by an extraterrestrial object millions of years ago. It is only the sixth such field discovered worldwide, strewn with glass pieces that formed when a cosmic object slammed into Earth with immense pressure.

Scientists say extraterrestrial object slammed into Brazil 6.3mn years ago, but left no crater. There is another proof

NASA telescopes have so much data that a huge amount of it remains to be analysed. A high school student found 1.5 million objects in the universe on just one telescope designed to find asteroids. His findings earned him $250K.

1.5mn cosmic objects detected on retired telescope using AI by high schooler. Why it matters

The Moon was struck by two asteroids last week, and the activity was caught on camera by a Japanese astronomer. The impact has likely gouged craters several feet wide. There were massive bursts of light upon collision.

Twin asteroids smash into the Moon, triggering burst of light seen from Earth

Asteroids are small, rocky or metallic bodies that orbit the Sun, essentially "minor planets" or "space rocks" left over from the formation of our solar system. But can you imagine what if an asteroid hits the Earth's surface? Let's have a look at such 5 major incidents.

5 times asteroids hit the surface of the Earth in recent history

NASA’s DART mission proved we can deflect asteroids by hitting them with spacecraft. From nuclear blasts to gravity tractors, learn how scientists plan to protect Earth and why early detection is key.

How NASA could stop an asteroid from hitting Earth

Did a missile slam into a meteor over China? China has been racing ahead in the field of space, and is also preparing its planetary defence system to safeguard the planet from a hazardous asteroid or comet. But could it have crashed a missile into a meteor?

Watch: Did China shoot down a meteor with a missile? Scientists doubt Friday's fireball came from space

NASA asteroid tracker and warning 2025: Asteroid 2025 QD8 is hurtling towards Earth and will come extremely close this week. Does it pose a threat? Why does NASA study asteroids, and what can it do to fight asteroids?

Asteroid 2025 QD8 hurtling towards Earth will come eerily close this week. Does it pose a threat?

Asteroid 99942 Apophis threatened Earth with a mega impact in 2029, but not any more. NASA has cleared the space rock, which would make a close flyby. However, what if it were to hit Earth? Could it kill all life on the planet? Understanding the scenario

What would happen if asteroid Apophis hits Earth? Would it be a life-ending event?

What are the chances of someone dying due to an asteroid strike in their lifetime? Seems like a strange question to ask, but a team of scientists did just that and came up with a surprising answer. This is in comparison to deaths by lightning, rabies and more.

Shocking study reveals an asteroid could kill you before rabies and lightning do

Can an asteroid, or two asteroids, crash into Earth in the next seven years? Scientists are observing these space rocks to learn more about them. One of them could send tonnes of meteorites towards Earth, damaging the ISS, satellites and threatening astronauts. 

City killer asteroid can shoot meteorites like bullets at Earth in 2032. Who is at risk?

Asteroids are usually grouped into three main types based on what they are made of: C-type, S-type and M-type.

What are asteroids really made of: Rocks, metals or something more?

Chile’s Vera C. Rubin Observatory has made a groundbreaking discovery, detecting 2,100 new asteroids in just 10 hours. With its powerful 3,200 Megapixel camera, the telescope aims to reshape our understanding of the universe and track potential asteroid threats to Earth.


The world’s largest space telescope finds 2,100 new asteroids. Know what else it can do.

NASA asteroid warning: NASA has warned of a 1,100-foot asteroid that will come extremely close to Earth and has been termed a potential hazard. Science & Tech Trending

NASA warns, monstrous 1,110-foot asteroid hurtling towards Earth is potential danger

In February 2024, asteroid 2024 YR4 made headlines. NASA said it had a 3% chance of hitting Earth in 2032  the highest ever for an asteroid of its size. 

What is NASA’s strategy to spot and stop 'dangerous asteroids' from hitting Earth?

Science & Tech Trending news Asteroid Donaldjohanson has intrigued scientists because it is thought to be the debris of a catastrophic collision that happened 130 million years ago.

70 million kilometres away, Lucy targets asteroid Donaldjohanson

Nuclear explosion-level event gouged a 600ft-deep hole in China 20 million years ago

16th asteroid to be discovered by man can make everyone on Earth a billionaire

Asteroids can take humans to other planets. 'Like an interplanetary bus...'

NASA tracks three huge asteroids racing towards Earth. Will they become an immediate threat?

Scientists crack the code, reveal what transported seeds of life to Earth

As per the study published in The International Journal of Astrobiology, astronauts could use asteroids to meet their nutritional requirements. Watch this report for more details!

Asteroids Can Be Transformed Into Food for Astronauts: Study

Asteroids can produce food for space travellers, suggests study

NASA is on alert as three asteroids come hurtling towards Earth at scary speed. Will they collide?

Asteroid saga continues: Mission to probe 'crime scene' on Dimorphos ready for blast off

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