NASA and the Pentagon have just changed the space game. They are building a nuclear thermal rocket that makes current technology look like a steam engine. By blasting liquid hydrogen through a nuclear reactor, we can now reach Mars faster than ever before. Is this the key to winning the space race?


The atomic engine: US unveils nuclear rocket to dominate space!

Lunar regolith is created by billions of years of meteoroid impacts that pulverise the Moon’s surface rock. 

Lunar regolith is created by billions of years of meteoroid impacts that pulverise the Moon’s surface rock.&nbsp;

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Space rockets may soon use nuclear-powered engines based on nuclear thermal propulsion, or NTP technology. While no nuclear engine will fly this year, the field is approaching a major milestone, with the first in-space demonstration of an NTP engine currently planned for early 2026. If successful, this could open the door to practical nuclear-powered missions later in the 2020s and into the 2030s. NTP is often presented as a promising technology for faster and more capable deep-space missions, especially to Mars. At the same time, it raises concerns about safety, radiation, and the potential proliferation of nuclear material in space and on Earth. As development accelerates, it is time to understand both the prospects and the problems associated with nuclear thermal propulsion.<h2>What is nuclear thermal propulsion or NTP?</h2>Nuclear thermal propulsion uses nuclear fission rather than chemical combustion to produce thrust. Instead of burning fuel and oxidiser, an NTP engine pumps liquid hydrogen through a small nuclear reactor built into the engine. Inside the reactor, uranium atoms undergo fission, releasing extreme levels of heat. This heat raises the temperature of the hydrogen, which is then expelled through a nozzle to generate thrust for the rocket.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/nasa-russian-crew-returns-to-earth-after-epic-168-million-kilometer-journey-1765336718719/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/nasa-russian-crew-returns-to-earth-after-epic-168-million-kilometer-journey-1765336718719/embed</a><h2>What are the advantages of NTP?</h2>Nuclear thermal engines can be roughly twice as efficient as the best chemical rockets in use today. This means a spacecraft can travel farther using less propellant, and carry heavier payloads for the same amount of fuel. Because hydrogen is very light, it accelerates more easily than the heavier exhaust gases produced by chemical rockets, such as water vapour.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/live-updates/science/axiom-4-mission-live-updates-indian-astronaut-shubhanshu-shukla-landing-time-check-latest-news-nasa-spacex-isro-iss-1750927403236">HIGHLIGHTS | Axiom 4 Mission Landing: Shubhanshu Shukla makes first remarks on ISS, says 'been a wonderful ride'</a><h2>NTP engines' two-step process to enable thrust outside Earth</h2>NTP process in rocket engines would not be used for lift-off from Earth. Instead, missions would follow a two-step process. First, the spacecraft would be launched into orbit using a conventional chemical rocket. The nuclear thermal engine would only be activated once the vehicle is safely in space. This approach significantly reduces the risk associated with launching nuclear material from Earth, at least in theory.<h2>NTP engines to help Mars missions and wider launch windows</h2>For missions to Mars, NTP could reduce travel time by up to about 25 per cent. Shorter journeys would reduce astronauts’ exposure to cosmic radiation and the health effects of long periods in microgravity. NTP systems are also less dependent on precise planetary alignments, allowing wider launch windows. In addition, the higher performance of nuclear propulsion could make it easier for crew to abort missions if needed.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science-tech/watch-stunning-visuals-show-spacexs-crew-10-dragon-capsule-docking-at-international-space-station-8862579">Watch | Stunning visuals show SpaceX’s Crew-10 Dragon capsule docking at International Space Station</a><h2>What NASA is doing now on nuclear engines</h2>The most advanced current effort is a joint programme between NASA and the US Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), called DRACO. Short for Demonstration Rocket for Agile Cislunar Operations, DRACO aims to demonstrate a nuclear thermal rocket in space for the first time. The current plan is for the engine to be activated in Earth orbit in early 2026, although the schedule could slip into 2027. Lockheed Martin is developing the spacecraft. BWX Technologies is responsible for the reactor and fuel.&nbsp;<h2>What is India doing on nuclear propulsion rockets?</h2>India’s space agency, ISRO, is working on nuclear power systems and related foundational technologies to support nuclear propulsion. But an active nuclear thermal rocket programme could be years away. In the UK, private companies such as Pulsar Fusion are exploring nuclear fusion-based rocket concepts. Fusion propulsion promises very high performance, but the technology for it far less mature than fission-based NTP.<h2>Risks of nuclear engines for rockets</h2>Using uranium as rocket fuel raises security and safety concerns. NASA and the US Department of Energy are therefore working to use low-enriched uranium rather than highly enriched fuel, to cut both proliferation risks and security cost. Ground tests have shown that newer fuel types can survive the extreme temperatures and radiation inside an NTP reactor without significant damage.Radiation remains the most obvious risk for both spacecraft and people. Shielding sensitive components and orienting the reactor away from crew areas are the solutions.&nbsp;Launch failures are another major concern, amid fears of nuclear material releasing into the Earth's atmosphere or space. To address this, engineers are developing robust fuel forms designed to remain intact even in severe accidents.<h2>Nuclear-powered rockets: Challenges and prospects ahead</h2>NTP reactors operate at extremely high temperatures, pushing materials to their limits and making engineering especially challenging.&nbsp;Storing and managing liquid hydrogen in space for long periods is also technically difficult. Beyond engineering, nuclear propulsion faces political, regulatory, and international policy hurdles over nuclear safety, environmental protection, and non-proliferation.NTP offers significant potential benefits for deep-space exploration. But complex technical, safety, and political challenges remain. The planned in-space test in early 2026 will help decide whether NTP rockets can move from theory to real use in future space missions.

Nuclear thermal propulsion or NPT technology could power future rockets, with NASA planning the first in-space test in early 2026. The technology is both promising and potentially horrifying. Here is why

Space rockets may soon use nuclear-powered engines based on nuclear thermal propulsion, or NTP technology. While no nuclear engine will fly this year, the field is approaching a major milestone, with the first in-space demonstration of an NTP engine currently planned for early 2026. If successful, this could open the door to practical nuclear-powered missions later in the 2020s and into the 2030s. NTP is often presented as a promising technology for faster and more capable deep-space missions, especially to Mars. At the same time, it raises concerns about safety, radiation, and the potential proliferation of nuclear material in space and on Earth. As development accelerates, it is time to understand both the prospects and the problems associated with nuclear thermal propulsion. What is nuclear thermal propulsion or NTP? Nuclear thermal propulsion uses nuclear fission rather than chemical combustion to produce thrust. Instead of burning fuel and oxidiser, an NTP engine pumps liquid hydrogen through a small nuclear reactor built into the engine. Inside the reactor, uranium atoms undergo fission, releasing extreme levels of heat. This heat raises the temperature of the hydrogen, which is then expelled through a nozzle to generate thrust for the rocket. https://www.wionews.com/videos/nasa-russian-crew-returns-to-earth-after-epic-168-million-kilometer-journey-1765336718719/embed What are the advantages of NTP? Nuclear thermal engines can be roughly twice as efficient as the best chemical rockets in use today. This means a spacecraft can travel farther using less propellant, and carry heavier payloads for the same amount of fuel. Because hydrogen is very light, it accelerates more easily than the heavier exhaust gases produced by chemical rockets, such as water vapour. Also read: HIGHLIGHTS | Axiom 4 Mission Landing: Shubhanshu Shukla makes first remarks on ISS, says 'been a wonderful ride' NTP engines' two-step process to enable thrust outside Earth NTP process in rocket engines would not be used for lift-off from Earth. Instead, missions would follow a two-step process. First, the spacecraft would be launched into orbit using a conventional chemical rocket. The nuclear thermal engine would only be activated once the vehicle is safely in space. This approach significantly reduces the risk associated with launching nuclear material from Earth, at least in theory. NTP engines to help Mars missions and wider launch windows For missions to Mars, NTP could reduce travel time by up to about 25 per cent. Shorter journeys would reduce astronauts’ exposure to cosmic radiation and the health effects of long periods in microgravity. NTP systems are also less dependent on precise planetary alignments, allowing wider launch windows. In addition, the higher performance of nuclear propulsion could make it easier for crew to abort missions if needed. Also read: Watch | Stunning visuals show SpaceX’s Crew-10 Dragon capsule docking at International Space Station What NASA is doing now on nuclear engines The most advanced current effort is a joint programme between NASA and the US Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), called DRACO. Short for Demonstration Rocket for Agile Cislunar Operations, DRACO aims to demonstrate a nuclear thermal rocket in space for the first time. The current plan is for the engine to be activated in Earth orbit in early 2026, although the schedule could slip into 2027. Lockheed Martin is developing the spacecraft. BWX Technologies is responsible for the reactor and fuel. What is India doing on nuclear propulsion rockets? India’s space agency, ISRO, is working on nuclear power systems and related foundational technologies to support nuclear propulsion. But an active nuclear thermal rocket programme could be years away. In the UK, private companies such as Pulsar Fusion are exploring nuclear fusion-based rocket concepts. Fusion propulsion promises very high performance, but the technology for it far less mature than fission-based NTP. Risks of nuclear engines for rockets Using uranium as rocket fuel raises security and safety concerns. NASA and the US Department of Energy are therefore working to use low-enriched uranium rather than highly enriched fuel, to cut both proliferation risks and security cost. Ground tests have shown that newer fuel types can survive the extreme temperatures and radiation inside an NTP reactor without significant damage. Radiation remains the most obvious risk for both spacecraft and people. Shielding sensitive components and orienting the reactor away from crew areas are the solutions. Launch failures are another major concern, amid fears of nuclear material releasing into the Earth's atmosphere or space. To address this, engineers are developing robust fuel forms designed to remain intact even in severe accidents. Nuclear-powered rockets: Challenges and prospects ahead NTP reactors operate at extremely high temperatures, pushing materials to their limits and making engineering especially challenging. Storing and managing liquid hydrogen in space for long periods is also technically difficult. Beyond engineering, nuclear propulsion faces political, regulatory, and international policy hurdles over nuclear safety, environmental protection, and non-proliferation. NTP offers significant potential benefits for deep-space exploration. But complex technical, safety, and political challenges remain. The planned in-space test in early 2026 will help decide whether NTP rockets can move from theory to real use in future space missions.

Nuclear thermal propulsion or NPT technology could power future rockets, with NASA planning the first in-space test in early 2026. The technology is both promising and potentially horrifying. Here is why

Nuclear engines for space rockets soon? First in-space test planned in early 2026. Promises vs risks

NASA recently carried out a tricky manoeuvre from 212 million kilometres away, when a drill on the Perseverance rover got stuck in a rock sample. The rover is currently exploring the Jezero crater on Mars. Recently, while poking at the rocks, a part of its drill got lodged in a rock. Scientists back on Earth found themselves in a bind, racking their brains about how to dislodge a drill from another planet. The problem could have caused Perseverance to lose a precious tool, as letting go of it would have been easier. However, that would have left it without a way to retrieve the rock samples. But the engineers pulled an incredible feat and managed to pull it out. A NASA spokesperson told Mashable on Wednesday, "The team was working to extract a drill bit from the most recent sample collection attempt, which was successfully accomplished as of late Tuesday night."&nbsp;They added that the rover was designed for such an eventuality, and even if it had to lose a drill bit, it had others on board. NASA did not reveal exactly how it was able to get the drill out of the Martian rock. Jezero Crater has been an area of interest on Mars because scientists believe a river once flowed into a delta here. The crater is believed to have formed after a collision 4.6 billion years ago. There are layered rocks in an area called the Witch Hazel Hill in this region of Mars that consist of alternating light and dark bands.&nbsp;<h2>Drill on Perseverance was stuck since April</h2>Earlier this month, the rover dug into one of the light-toned layers filled with tiny rock pieces. Recently, it was checking out the dark ones when pictures beamed back showed that the drill was stuck. NASA believes this happened on April 22.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/1-2-billion-light-years-away-a-triple-black-hole-collision-is-occurring-for-the-first-time-1767166848929">1.2 billion light-years away, a triple black hole collision is occurring for the first time</a>&nbsp;Perseverance has been collecting samples from Mars, filling up a tube with dirt and rocks. NASA plans on bringing these samples back to Earth as part of a return mission and is aiming to do so by 2030. However, its original plan has effectively failed because of high costs, and now it is looking at alternative ways to bring the samples to Earth.

Perseverance rover got one of its drills stuck in a rock on Mars, and NASA only got to know about it months later. There were chances that the rover would lose the drill, but the space agency said that it had successfully retrieved it. 

NASA recently carried out a tricky manoeuvre from 212 million kilometres away, when a drill on the Perseverance rover got stuck in a rock sample. The rover is currently exploring the Jezero crater on Mars. Recently, while poking at the rocks, a part of its drill got lodged in a rock. Scientists back on Earth found themselves in a bind, racking their brains about how to dislodge a drill from another planet. The problem could have caused Perseverance to lose a precious tool, as letting go of it would have been easier. However, that would have left it without a way to retrieve the rock samples. But the engineers pulled an incredible feat and managed to pull it out. A NASA spokesperson told Mashable on Wednesday, "The team was working to extract a drill bit from the most recent sample collection attempt, which was successfully accomplished as of late Tuesday night." They added that the rover was designed for such an eventuality, and even if it had to lose a drill bit, it had others on board. NASA did not reveal exactly how it was able to get the drill out of the Martian rock. Jezero Crater has been an area of interest on Mars because scientists believe a river once flowed into a delta here. The crater is believed to have formed after a collision 4.6 billion years ago. There are layered rocks in an area called the Witch Hazel Hill in this region of Mars that consist of alternating light and dark bands. Drill on Perseverance was stuck since April Earlier this month, the rover dug into one of the light-toned layers filled with tiny rock pieces. Recently, it was checking out the dark ones when pictures beamed back showed that the drill was stuck. NASA believes this happened on April 22. Also Read: 1.2 billion light-years away, a triple black hole collision is occurring for the first time Perseverance has been collecting samples from Mars, filling up a tube with dirt and rocks. NASA plans on bringing these samples back to Earth as part of a return mission and is aiming to do so by 2030. However, its original plan has effectively failed because of high costs, and now it is looking at alternative ways to bring the samples to Earth.

Perseverance rover got one of its drills stuck in a rock on Mars, and NASA only got to know about it months later. There were chances that the rover would lose the drill, but the space agency said that it had successfully retrieved it.&nbsp;

NASA just saved a precious drill stuck on Mars since 8 months from 212 million kilometres away

The official number of exoplanets or planets outside our solar system, tracked by NASA has reached 6,000. 

The official number of exoplanets or planets outside our solar system, tracked by NASA has reached 6,000.&nbsp;

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NASA has transformed the cycle of the stars into music for the first time, with an imaginative fusion of science and art. The initiative turns astronomical observations into music, allowing people to ‘hear’ the cosmos in a way that complements traditional images. Using a process known as data sonification, scientists take measurements from space telescopes and map them to audible tones, pitch and rhythm. This method translates data normally seen in images into sound, providing both an alternative way to experience space and a potential new tool for scientific insight.&nbsp;The project began by translating raw telescope data into sonic signatures. Stars emit light, energy, and electromagnetic waves continuously. For example, a brighter source might be represented by a louder or higher pitched note. Although sound does not travel through the vacuum of space, this process uses precise mathematical mapping to produce audio that reflects real observational data.&nbsp;&nbsp;"This composition was made by the stars - literally! 🎼Two new orchestral works have been made by using real data from the @chandraxray and @NASAWebb telescopes - transforming the life cycle of stars into music.", NASA Marshall said in a post on X.&nbsp;<h2>From telescopes to symphonies</h2><h2>&nbsp;</h2>Composer Sophie Kastner worked closely with NASA to compose three movements of music. The current effort brings together data from NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory, James Webb Space Telescope to produce musical compositions that trace the life cycle of stars. These compositions focus on iconic cosmic regions such as the Galactic Centre, the Crab Nebula and the Pillars of Creation in the Eagle Nebula.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">This composition was made by the stars - literally! 🎼 Two new orchestral works have been made by using real data from the <a href="https://twitter.com/chandraxray?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@chandraxray</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/NASAWebb?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NASAWebb</a> telescopes - transforming the life cycle of stars into music. Play these pieces yourself by visiting <a href="https://t.co/WuEcBcZ2HZ">https://t.co/WuEcBcZ2HZ</a> <a href="https://t.co/22xk3ALaGC">pic.twitter.com/22xk3ALaGC</a>&mdash; NASA Marshall (@NASA_Marshall) <a href="https://twitter.com/NASA_Marshall/status/2005002254726631583?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 27, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“I approached the form from a different perspective than the original sonifications. Instead of scanning horizontally, I focused on small sections of the image and created short vignettes to accompany those events, as if crafting a film score. The Galactic Centre image was rich with information, prompting me to direct the listener's attention to smaller moments within the extensive dataset”, Kastner said, describing her approach.&nbsp;<h2>Broadening access and scientific engagement</h2>&nbsp;According to NASA's official website, one key aim of the sonification work is to make astrophysical data accessible to a wider audience, including those who are blind or visually impaired. By offering an auditory experience, these sonifications open a new sensory gateway to the universe that can engage both the public and researchers in novel ways.&nbsp;

Although sound does not travel through the vacuum of space, this process uses precise mathematical mapping to produce audio that reflects real observational data. 

NASA has transformed the cycle of the stars into music for the first time, with an imaginative fusion of science and art. The initiative turns astronomical observations into music, allowing people to ‘hear’ the cosmos in a way that complements traditional images. Using a process known as data sonification, scientists take measurements from space telescopes and map them to audible tones, pitch and rhythm. This method translates data normally seen in images into sound, providing both an alternative way to experience space and a potential new tool for scientific insight. The project began by translating raw telescope data into sonic signatures. Stars emit light, energy, and electromagnetic waves continuously. For example, a brighter source might be represented by a louder or higher pitched note. Although sound does not travel through the vacuum of space, this process uses precise mathematical mapping to produce audio that reflects real observational data. "This composition was made by the stars - literally! 🎼Two new orchestral works have been made by using real data from the @chandraxray and @NASAWebb telescopes - transforming the life cycle of stars into music.", NASA Marshall said in a post on X. From telescopes to symphonies Composer Sophie Kastner worked closely with NASA to compose three movements of music. The current effort brings together data from NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory, James Webb Space Telescope to produce musical compositions that trace the life cycle of stars. These compositions focus on iconic cosmic regions such as the Galactic Centre, the Crab Nebula and the Pillars of Creation in the Eagle Nebula.

Although sound does not travel through the vacuum of space, this process uses precise mathematical mapping to produce audio that reflects real observational data.&nbsp;

Cosmic music: NASA converts the life cycle of stars into sound using real space data

The massive 8.8-magnitude earthquake that struck off the coast of Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula in 2025 triggered giant tsunami waves, which have been captured from space. The tremors shook the Pacific, and the ocean was in the grips of tsunami waves, even though no huge waves were reported on the coasts. NASA's new Surface Water and Ocean Topography (SWOT) satellite got to see the monster wave. It was launched in 2022, and this was the largest earthquake the satellite has captured. Using the data from SWOT and deep-ocean tsunami buoys, researchers mapped the earthquake's rupture zone. It stretched to around 402 kilometres, and the intensity caused parts of the seafloor to lift up by 13 feet. The findings were published in <a href="https://pubs.geoscienceworld.org/ssa/tsr/article/5/4/341/718867/SWOT-Satellite-Altimetry-Observations-and-Source">Seismic Record</a>&nbsp;in November 2025.&nbsp;Scientists combined data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) tsunami warning system and NASA's SWOT satellite to understand how the 2025 Kamchatka tsunami was formed. NOAA's DART (Deep-ocean Assessment and Reporting of Tsunamis) has sensors on he seafloor that can detect changes in water pressure. The data is sent to buoys on the surface and satellites in almost real time. The researchers aimed to understand how the seafloor shifted during the Kamchatka earthquake.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/russia-earthquake-8-8-and-japan-tsunami-ryo-tatsuki-july-prediction-1753842991629">'Ryo Tatsuki was right': 8.7 earthquake in Russia sets social media abuzz with Japan's Baba Vanga's prophecy</a><h2>NASA satellite captured a 120-kilometre-wide wave</h2>SWOT was passing over the region when the earthquake struck and captured a 120-kilometre-wide wave in the ocean, recording the tsunami's shape and motion from space. When the data was further processed, they gained a clear view of the tsunami waves and how they spread rapidly. This analysis also helped them figure out something else about a magnitude 9 earthquake that struck the same region in 1952. When the data was compared, they found that the 73-year-old earthquake did not release all the built-up stress in the fault, and this is what triggered the earthquake in 2025. The 1952 tremors were more lethal than the latest quake. This finding also questioned the basic model according to which massive earthquakes in the same region occur over hundreds of years.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Russia's Kamchatka earthquake triggered a monster tsunami wave in the Pacific, which was captured from space. A NASA satellite saw the wave in real time and captured it over an area of 120 kilometres. It also revealed something about a 1952 earthquake.

The massive 8.8-magnitude earthquake that struck off the coast of Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula in 2025 triggered giant tsunami waves, which have been captured from space. The tremors shook the Pacific, and the ocean was in the grips of tsunami waves, even though no huge waves were reported on the coasts. NASA's new Surface Water and Ocean Topography (SWOT) satellite got to see the monster wave. It was launched in 2022, and this was the largest earthquake the satellite has captured. Using the data from SWOT and deep-ocean tsunami buoys, researchers mapped the earthquake's rupture zone. It stretched to around 402 kilometres, and the intensity caused parts of the seafloor to lift up by 13 feet. The findings were published in Seismic Record in November 2025. Scientists combined data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) tsunami warning system and NASA's SWOT satellite to understand how the 2025 Kamchatka tsunami was formed. NOAA's DART (Deep-ocean Assessment and Reporting of Tsunamis) has sensors on he seafloor that can detect changes in water pressure. The data is sent to buoys on the surface and satellites in almost real time. The researchers aimed to understand how the seafloor shifted during the Kamchatka earthquake. Also Read: 'Ryo Tatsuki was right': 8.7 earthquake in Russia sets social media abuzz with Japan's Baba Vanga's prophecy NASA satellite captured a 120-kilometre-wide wave SWOT was passing over the region when the earthquake struck and captured a 120-kilometre-wide wave in the ocean, recording the tsunami's shape and motion from space. When the data was further processed, they gained a clear view of the tsunami waves and how they spread rapidly. This analysis also helped them figure out something else about a magnitude 9 earthquake that struck the same region in 1952. When the data was compared, they found that the 73-year-old earthquake did not release all the built-up stress in the fault, and this is what triggered the earthquake in 2025. The 1952 tremors were more lethal than the latest quake. This finding also questioned the basic model according to which massive earthquakes in the same region occur over hundreds of years.

Russia's Kamchatka earthquake triggered a monster tsunami wave in the Pacific, which was captured from space. A NASA satellite saw the wave in real time and captured it over an area of 120 kilometres. It also revealed something about a 1952 earthquake.

NASA captures 120km-wide tsunami wave triggered by Kamchatka earthquake from space

NASA's Hubble Telescope has discovered the largest known planet-forming disk located 1,000 light-years from Earth. It spans over 600 billion kilometres, around 40 times the diameter of our solar system. Scientists said it is way more "active and chaotic" than they expected. IRAS 23077+6707, nicknamed “Dracula’s Chivito,” has a young star at its centre, which scientists believe may be either a hot, massive star or could even be a pair of stars. This protoplanetary disk is "unexpectedly chaotic and turbulent, with wisps of material stretching much farther above and below the disk than astronomers have seen in any similar system", NASA wrote in its blog. This messy environment and the extraordinary size of the disk nearly obscured the star.&nbsp;Lead author of the study, &nbsp;Kristina Monsch of the Center for Astrophysics, said, "We’re seeing this disk nearly edge-on, and its wispy upper layers and asymmetric features are especially striking. Both Hubble and NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope have glimpsed similar structures in other disks, but IRAS 23077+6707 provides us with an exceptional perspective." This discovery is unique, and a “new laboratory for studying planet formation and the environments where it happens.”Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/british-space-scientist-is-sure-alien-life-will-be-discovered-by-this-year-why-would-it-just-1766486452730">British space scientist is sure alien life will be discovered by THIS year: 'Why would it just...'</a><h2>Planetary disk is lopsided and building new planets</h2>This disk is also asymmetrical, with different features on either side. It has vertically imposing filament-like features on just one side, while the other side appears to have a sharp edge and no visible filaments. This suggests that it is interacting in a different way with its surroundings. “We were stunned to see how asymmetric this disk is,” co-investigator Joshua Bennett Lovell said. “Hubble has given us a front row seat to the chaotic processes that are shaping disks as they build new planets — processes that we don’t yet fully understand but can now study in a whole new way.”Also Read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/3i-atlas-update-parker-solar-probe-saw-interstellar-comet-when-it-was-invisible-from-earth-1766463450282"> 3I/ATLAS update: Parker Solar Probe saw interstellar comet when it was invisible from Earth</a>&nbsp;NASA said that Dracula’s Chivito could represent a scaled-up version of our early solar system since its disk mass is estimated at 10 to 30 times that of Jupiter. Our solar system was also once a chaotic region, with cosmic material swirling around, and several bodies crashing into each other. But over time, things settled down, and we got our current home. This is how IRAS 23077+6707 is also expected to develop over millions or billions of years. “In theory, IRAS 23077+6707 could host a vast planetary system. While planet formation may differ in such massive environments, the underlying processes are likely similar," Monsch said.&nbsp; &nbsp;

A disk 40 times the diameter of our solar system has been discovered by the Hubble Telescope, which is likely an image of what our solar system once looked like. Named Dracula’s Chivito, it is located 1,000 light-years from Earth and is extremely chaotic.

NASA's Hubble Telescope has discovered the largest known planet-forming disk located 1,000 light-years from Earth. It spans over 600 billion kilometres, around 40 times the diameter of our solar system. Scientists said it is way more "active and chaotic" than they expected. IRAS 23077+6707, nicknamed “Dracula’s Chivito,” has a young star at its centre, which scientists believe may be either a hot, massive star or could even be a pair of stars. This protoplanetary disk is "unexpectedly chaotic and turbulent, with wisps of material stretching much farther above and below the disk than astronomers have seen in any similar system", NASA wrote in its blog. This messy environment and the extraordinary size of the disk nearly obscured the star. Lead author of the study, Kristina Monsch of the Center for Astrophysics, said, "We’re seeing this disk nearly edge-on, and its wispy upper layers and asymmetric features are especially striking. Both Hubble and NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope have glimpsed similar structures in other disks, but IRAS 23077+6707 provides us with an exceptional perspective." This discovery is unique, and a “new laboratory for studying planet formation and the environments where it happens.” Also Read: British space scientist is sure alien life will be discovered by THIS year: 'Why would it just...' Planetary disk is lopsided and building new planets This disk is also asymmetrical, with different features on either side. It has vertically imposing filament-like features on just one side, while the other side appears to have a sharp edge and no visible filaments. This suggests that it is interacting in a different way with its surroundings. “We were stunned to see how asymmetric this disk is,” co-investigator Joshua Bennett Lovell said. “Hubble has given us a front row seat to the chaotic processes that are shaping disks as they build new planets — processes that we don’t yet fully understand but can now study in a whole new way.” Also Read: 3I/ATLAS update: Parker Solar Probe saw interstellar comet when it was invisible from Earth NASA said that Dracula’s Chivito could represent a scaled-up version of our early solar system since its disk mass is estimated at 10 to 30 times that of Jupiter. Our solar system was also once a chaotic region, with cosmic material swirling around, and several bodies crashing into each other. But over time, things settled down, and we got our current home. This is how IRAS 23077+6707 is also expected to develop over millions or billions of years. “In theory, IRAS 23077+6707 could host a vast planetary system. While planet formation may differ in such massive environments, the underlying processes are likely similar," Monsch said.

A disk 40 times the diameter of our solar system has been discovered by the Hubble Telescope, which is likely an image of what our solar system once looked like. Named Dracula’s Chivito, it is located 1,000 light-years from Earth and is extremely chaotic.

Hubble spots 600bn km wide scaled-up version of our early solar system: Dracula’s Chivito shocks scientists

Satellite images released by NASA show a figure that resembles a snowman in one of the most remote corners of the Russian Arctic. The photo was taken on June 16, 2025, by the Operational Land Imager aboard the Landsat 8 satellite. However, the image is actually of a chain of frozen lagoons spread over an area of 22 kilometres near the village of Billings and Cape Billings on Russia’s Chukchi Peninsula. They occur in such a sequence and dimensions that it looks like a snowman. According to researchers, it is a result of natural geological processes, with ice, wind and water playing a role. The Landsat data shown in the photo is from the US Geological Survey.&nbsp;This area of Billings in Russia remains frozen for the majority of the year. The minimum temperature, even during June, stays below the freezing point. “Although June is one of the warmest months in Billings, ice cover is routine even then. Mean daily minimum temperatures are just minus 0.6 degrees Celsius (30.9 degrees Fahrenheit) in June,” according to met data. The frigid conditions give rise to certain phenomena that contribute to the formation of these frozen lagoons. In this case, five main lagoon basins are visible, each frozen and stacked to create a familiar structure.&nbsp;&nbsp;These are the result of what is known as "thermokarst" activity, where buried ice wedges melt and cause the overlying soil to collapse. Shallow depressions are created, which later fill up with meltwater. Wind and wave movement stretch the lake to create oval shapes. The boundaries between underground ice wedges are the thin ridges that appear in the image.&nbsp;Billings is a remote area in Russia that is hard to reach in both winter and summer. However, the cold months make for better access since the lakes and rivers freeze, creating a surface that can be used to move around. In the summer months, the ground thaws and waterlogging prevents easy movement. The only way to reach it is by a helicopter in summer and a snow road in winter. Billings is located on the coast of the East Siberian Sea and has a population of around 200 people. It is one of the few inhabited places in this region of Russia.&nbsp;

In a remote region of Russia, NASA satellites have captured what appears to be a snowman. Billings experiences freezing temperatures throughout the year. This snowman is a result of natural phenomena linked to the cold conditions.

Satellite images released by NASA show a figure that resembles a snowman in one of the most remote corners of the Russian Arctic. The photo was taken on June 16, 2025, by the Operational Land Imager aboard the Landsat 8 satellite. However, the image is actually of a chain of frozen lagoons spread over an area of 22 kilometres near the village of Billings and Cape Billings on Russia’s Chukchi Peninsula. They occur in such a sequence and dimensions that it looks like a snowman. According to researchers, it is a result of natural geological processes, with ice, wind and water playing a role. The Landsat data shown in the photo is from the US Geological Survey. This area of Billings in Russia remains frozen for the majority of the year. The minimum temperature, even during June, stays below the freezing point. “Although June is one of the warmest months in Billings, ice cover is routine even then. Mean daily minimum temperatures are just minus 0.6 degrees Celsius (30.9 degrees Fahrenheit) in June,” according to met data. The frigid conditions give rise to certain phenomena that contribute to the formation of these frozen lagoons. In this case, five main lagoon basins are visible, each frozen and stacked to create a familiar structure. These are the result of what is known as "thermokarst" activity, where buried ice wedges melt and cause the overlying soil to collapse. Shallow depressions are created, which later fill up with meltwater. Wind and wave movement stretch the lake to create oval shapes. The boundaries between underground ice wedges are the thin ridges that appear in the image. Billings is a remote area in Russia that is hard to reach in both winter and summer. However, the cold months make for better access since the lakes and rivers freeze, creating a surface that can be used to move around. In the summer months, the ground thaws and waterlogging prevents easy movement. The only way to reach it is by a helicopter in summer and a snow road in winter. Billings is located on the coast of the East Siberian Sea and has a population of around 200 people. It is one of the few inhabited places in this region of Russia.

In a remote region of Russia, NASA satellites have captured what appears to be a snowman. Billings experiences freezing temperatures throughout the year. This snowman is a result of natural phenomena linked to the cold conditions.

NASA captures a 'Siberian snowman' in remote Russian region from space

NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope has captured dramatic evidence of young planets being destroyed around a nearby star. The observations reveal powerful stellar radiation tearing apart infant worlds, offering rare insight into how planetary systems evolve — and sometimes fail — in their earliest stages.

Hubble Telescope Reveals Aftermath of Planetary Smash-Ups

NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope has captured dramatic evidence of young planets being destroyed around a nearby star. The observations reveal powerful stellar radiation tearing apart infant worlds, offering rare insight into how planetary systems evolve — and sometimes fail — in their earliest stages

Hubble Captures Infant Planets Being Destroyed Around Nearby Star

In two distant star systems, NASA’s Hubble Telescope has captured rare aftermaths of planetary collisions vast clouds of dust and debris marking the violent death of once-stable worlds. A cosmic story of destruction, rebirth, and the eternal struggle between creation and chaos.


NASA records planetary destruction: Death of worlds revealed

US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order outlining space policy priorities for the next three years, calling for the return of American astronauts to the Moon by 2028 under the Artemis Program. The plan also envisions establishing a lunar outpost, deploying nuclear reactors on the Moon, expanding commercial launch services, and transitioning from the International Space Station to commercial space stations by 2030.

Trump Executive Order Sets Moon Return by 2028, Lunar Outpost and Nuclear Power Goals | WION

An interstellar object from another star system is passing Earth and it’s behaving in a way scientists didn’t expect. Its strange pulsing cycle, glowing green coma, and shifting rhythm have sparked global fascination. As telescopes capture its closest approach, this story explains what this comet is doing, why it matters, and what mysteries remain unanswered.

Mysterious 'Alien' Comet 3I/Atlas Reaches Closest Point to Earth

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is preparing to launch US firm AST SpaceMobile's BlueBird-6 satellite on Wednesday (Dec 24) &nbsp;from the second launchpad of the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. The three-stage LVM3 rocket, the most capable space launch vehicle in India's fleet, is expected to liftoff at 8:54 am Indian time, carrying the 6,500kg BlueBird 6 to orbit(about 550 km above earth). This satellite would be the heaviest payload to be carried by an Indian rocket. LVM3 has a track record of delivering success in all its eight missions to date. &nbsp;&nbsp;This mission is being executed as part of a commercial deal between ISRO's business arm, NewSpace India Limited(NSIL,) and the Texas-based AST SpaceMobile. As a launch services provider(rocket builder and operator), ISRO launches foreign-origin satellites to space on a commercial basis. Facilitated by NSIL, these commercial space missions are like a taxi ferrying a passenger. In this case, the passenger is the US firm, which pays the Indian Government for the launch service. This is the third commercial mission of LVM3, and the first time that the Indian LVM3 rocket is executing the mission for an American customer. Earlier, it had executed two launches for a European customer, OneWeb(now Eutelsat OneWeb).<h2>About AST SpaceMobile and their internet-beaming satellites</h2>AST SpaceMobile is a Texas-based telecom company that aims to build and launch a fleet of satellites that can directly provide internet connectivity to mobile phones. Typically, only purpose-built satellite phones can facilitate satellite communication. These traditional satellite phone handsets are bulky and require visible antennas; they offer voice connectivity, and low-bandwidth texting and data services. Such services are offered by firms such as Iridium and Thuraya, among others. They are widely used in the defence and maritime sectors for providing connectivity where no communications infrastructure exists.&nbsp;Firms like AST and Starlink are attempting to change this by ensuring direct connectivity between smartphones and satellites. They intend to ensure that Android and Apple devices available in the market can communicate with the support of satellites, without any extra or special hardware. Thanks to the global coverage planned using a fleet of satellites, such services would eventually enable cell phone connectivity almost anywhere on Earth. In simple terms, one need not worry about being "not reachable" or "out of coverage area".&nbsp;As per reports, AST presently has a fleet of five first-generation (Block-1) satellites in orbit. The firm plans to launch a fleet of 45-60 second-generation (Block-2)satellites to offer services in major global regions, it is said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lightning-strikes-world-tallest-burj-khalifa-dubai-crown-prince-shares-dramatic-visuals-watch-1766144146883">Lightning strikes world tallest Burj Khalifa, Dubai Crown Prince shares dramatic visuals - WATCH</a>&nbsp;The firm has announced that they have a series of satellites that will be launched in the coming months. BlueBird 7 has shipped to the Cape Canaveral, Florida launch site this month, BlueBirds 8-16 are in various stages of production, with launches planned every 1-2 months on average during 2025 and 2026, the firm announced. &nbsp;&nbsp;They expect to have 45-60 satellites in orbit by year-end 2026. It is touted that these BlueBird satellites(by size) will be the largest commercial satellites ever deployed in Low Earth orbit (about 600kms above Earth). Each of these satellites would carry a 2,400-foot phased array antenna with true direct-to-cell broadband, with a claimed capability of up to 10,000 MHz of processing bandwidth and claimed peak speeds of 120 Mbps per cell.&nbsp;The firm says they have partnered with 50+ mobile network operators serving nearly 3 billion subscribers, "supported by a flexible spectrum strategy blending our own licensed spectrum with partner spectrum".&nbsp; &nbsp;

AST SpaceMobile is a Texas-based telecom company that aims to build and launch a fleet of satellites that can directly provide internet connectivity to mobile phones.

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is preparing to launch US firm AST SpaceMobile's BlueBird-6 satellite on Wednesday (Dec 24) from the second launchpad of the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. The three-stage LVM3 rocket, the most capable space launch vehicle in India's fleet, is expected to liftoff at 8:54 am Indian time, carrying the 6,500kg BlueBird 6 to orbit(about 550 km above earth). This satellite would be the heaviest payload to be carried by an Indian rocket. LVM3 has a track record of delivering success in all its eight missions to date. This mission is being executed as part of a commercial deal between ISRO's business arm, NewSpace India Limited(NSIL,) and the Texas-based AST SpaceMobile. As a launch services provider(rocket builder and operator), ISRO launches foreign-origin satellites to space on a commercial basis. Facilitated by NSIL, these commercial space missions are like a taxi ferrying a passenger. In this case, the passenger is the US firm, which pays the Indian Government for the launch service. This is the third commercial mission of LVM3, and the first time that the Indian LVM3 rocket is executing the mission for an American customer. Earlier, it had executed two launches for a European customer, OneWeb(now Eutelsat OneWeb). About AST SpaceMobile and their internet-beaming satellites AST SpaceMobile is a Texas-based telecom company that aims to build and launch a fleet of satellites that can directly provide internet connectivity to mobile phones. Typically, only purpose-built satellite phones can facilitate satellite communication. These traditional satellite phone handsets are bulky and require visible antennas; they offer voice connectivity, and low-bandwidth texting and data services. Such services are offered by firms such as Iridium and Thuraya, among others. They are widely used in the defence and maritime sectors for providing connectivity where no communications infrastructure exists. Firms like AST and Starlink are attempting to change this by ensuring direct connectivity between smartphones and satellites. They intend to ensure that Android and Apple devices available in the market can communicate with the support of satellites, without any extra or special hardware. Thanks to the global coverage planned using a fleet of satellites, such services would eventually enable cell phone connectivity almost anywhere on Earth. In simple terms, one need not worry about being "not reachable" or "out of coverage area". As per reports, AST presently has a fleet of five first-generation (Block-1) satellites in orbit. The firm plans to launch a fleet of 45-60 second-generation (Block-2)satellites to offer services in major global regions, it is said. Also Read: Lightning strikes world tallest Burj Khalifa, Dubai Crown Prince shares dramatic visuals - WATCH The firm has announced that they have a series of satellites that will be launched in the coming months. BlueBird 7 has shipped to the Cape Canaveral, Florida launch site this month, BlueBirds 8-16 are in various stages of production, with launches planned every 1-2 months on average during 2025 and 2026, the firm announced. They expect to have 45-60 satellites in orbit by year-end 2026. It is touted that these BlueBird satellites(by size) will be the largest commercial satellites ever deployed in Low Earth orbit (about 600kms above Earth). Each of these satellites would carry a 2,400-foot phased array antenna with true direct-to-cell broadband, with a claimed capability of up to 10,000 MHz of processing bandwidth and claimed peak speeds of 120 Mbps per cell. The firm says they have partnered with 50+ mobile network operators serving nearly 3 billion subscribers, "supported by a flexible spectrum strategy blending our own licensed spectrum with partner spectrum".

AST SpaceMobile is a Texas-based telecom company that aims to build and launch a fleet of satellites that can directly provide internet connectivity to mobile phones.

ISRO to launch US firm's Bluebird-6 satellite on December 24

US President Donald Trump wants NASA to present a plan to ensure America leads the space race. This includes returning astronauts to the moon, nuclear reactors in space and more. Here are the details of the “Ensuring American Space Superiority” order.

US President Donald Trump wants NASA to present a plan to ensure America leads the space race. This includes returning astronauts to the moon, nuclear reactors in space and more. Here are the details of the “Ensuring American Space Superiority” order.

Nuclear reactors, Golden Dome and more: How Trump wants US to win the space race

NASA's MAVEN spacecraft has been silent since December 4th after successfully capturing an image of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS just days before vanishing behind Mars. The orbiter which operated flawlessly for twelve years studying the Red Planet's atmosphere has suddenly stopped working.


NASA Probe Goes Dark After Close Encounter with 3I/Atlas

Mystery as NASA probe goes dark after close encounter with interstellar visitor nearing earth

Comet 3I/Atlas, often dubbed the “alien green comet,” is making a rare and historic flyby of Earth, drawing global attention from astronomers and skywatchers. Scientists say the comet’s unusual glow and trajectory make it a unique object of study.

This video explains where the comet came from, why it appears green, how close it will pass Earth, and what this rare event means for space research.

Comet 3I/Atlas Nears Earth For A Historic Flyby

Could a comet have guided the Magi 2,000 years ago? NASA scientist re-examines ancient Chinese records from 5 BC and uses rbital modelling to show a comet’s near pass could appear to hover just like the Star of Bethlehem described in the Gospel. Watch the video to know the fascinating details.


NASA uncovers 2,000-year-old mystery behind star of Bethlehem 

Astronomers made some stunning discoveries in the universe in 2025. From the oldest supermassive black hole, to an asteroid that is spinning against the laws of Physics, here are 10 such findings.

Astronomers made some stunning discoveries in the universe in 2025. From the oldest supermassive black hole, to an asteroid that is spinning against the laws of Physics, here are 10 such findings.

9 space discoveries of 2025 that stumped astronomers

NASA has recreated the comet believed to have inspired the biblical Star of Bethlehem. Using advanced simulations and astronomical data, scientists are uncovering what may have guided the Three Wise Men over 2,000 years ago.


NASA Scientist Recreates Comet That Guided the Magic

A NASA astronaut and two Russian cosmonauts have safely returned to Earth following a mission that covered roughly 168 million kilometers. 

NASA, Russian Crew Returns to Earth After Epic 168 Million Kilometer Journey 

A NASA astronaut and two cosmonaut crewmates strapped into their Soyuz ferry ship Monday evening, undocked from the International Space Station and plunged to an on-target landing on the frigid steppe of Kazakhstan early Tuesday to wrap up an eight-month mission.


NASA astronaut, 2 Russian cosmonauts back on Earth

NASA cracks the code of the star of Bethlehem, scientist recreates comet that guided the magi 

A major burst of solar material is on track to reach Earth soon, according to an alert from NOAA’s Space Weather Prediction Center. Forecasters say a coronal mass ejection, an enormous release of plasma and magnetic energy from the Sun’s outer layers, is expected to arrive sometime between early morning and midday Tuesday. The eruption, tied to an M8.1-class solar flare, may trigger heightened geomagnetic activity and could escalate to a G3-level storm, which ranks as “strong” on NOAA’s Space Weather Scale.&nbsp;A storm of this strength can lead to minor to moderate technological disturbances, including issues with satellites, radio signals, and other communication systems. The surge in solar energy may also intensify auroras, potentially pushing the northern lights farther south than usual. NOAA notes that many northern states and portions of the lower Midwest and Pacific Northwest, including areas as far south as Oregon, could catch a rare glimpse.<h2>What is space weather?</h2>While we normally think of weather as atmospheric conditions like precipitation or sunshine, a different kind of weather exists beyond Earth’s atmosphere. Space weather describes the environmental conditions throughout space, largely generated by the Sun, and how those conditions influence planets, spacecraft, and the thousands of satellites circling Earth, as explained by NASA.&nbsp;The Sun continually releases streams of charged particles, bursts of radiation, and periodic explosive eruptions that can disturb Earth’s magnetic environment when they arrive. Earth’s magnetic field and atmosphere block most dangerous effects, but not all solar activity is fully deflected. One of the most famous results of the solar wind interacting with Earth’s magnetic field is the creation of auroras, including the vibrant northern lights.&nbsp;However, strong solar activity can also be disruptive, posing risks to technologies such as communication networks, GPS systems, satellites, and even electrical infrastructure, NOAA warns.

NOAA warns of potent geomagnetic storm on Tuesday: Here’s what could happen

A major burst of solar material is on track to reach Earth soon, according to an alert from NOAA’s Space Weather Prediction Center. Forecasters say a coronal mass ejection, an enormous release of plasma and magnetic energy from the Sun’s outer layers, is expected to arrive sometime between early morning and midday Tuesday. The eruption, tied to an M8.1-class solar flare, may trigger heightened geomagnetic activity and could escalate to a G3-level storm, which ranks as “strong” on NOAA’s Space Weather Scale. A storm of this strength can lead to minor to moderate technological disturbances, including issues with satellites, radio signals, and other communication systems. The surge in solar energy may also intensify auroras, potentially pushing the northern lights farther south than usual. NOAA notes that many northern states and portions of the lower Midwest and Pacific Northwest, including areas as far south as Oregon, could catch a rare glimpse. What is space weather? While we normally think of weather as atmospheric conditions like precipitation or sunshine, a different kind of weather exists beyond Earth’s atmosphere. Space weather describes the environmental conditions throughout space, largely generated by the Sun, and how those conditions influence planets, spacecraft, and the thousands of satellites circling Earth, as explained by NASA. The Sun continually releases streams of charged particles, bursts of radiation, and periodic explosive eruptions that can disturb Earth’s magnetic environment when they arrive. Earth’s magnetic field and atmosphere block most dangerous effects, but not all solar activity is fully deflected. One of the most famous results of the solar wind interacting with Earth’s magnetic field is the creation of auroras, including the vibrant northern lights. However, strong solar activity can also be disruptive, posing risks to technologies such as communication networks, GPS systems, satellites, and even electrical infrastructure, NOAA warns.

A strong solar eruption is expected to hit Earth on Tuesday (December 9), potentially causing tech disturbances and expanding northern lights visibility across more US regions

A Nasa astronomer has uncovered what he describes as the first scientifically-grounded explanation for the Star of Bethlehem, which guided the Three Wise Men to the birth of Jesus more than 2,000 years ago.


NASA's breakthrough on 2,000-year-old mystery behind the star of Bethlehem

A comet from another star system is making a fleeting pass through our cosmic neighbourhood. NASA’s Hubble and ESA’s Juice spacecraft have captured stunning new images of comet 3I/Atlas glowing, jetting and speeding at 130,000 mph. As it nears its closest approach on December 19, the world’s telescopes are watching one last time before this alien traveller disappears forever.

3I/ATLAS Getting Active Ahead of Its Close Encounter With Earth

From SpaceX’s Super Heavy to NASA’s SLS are pushing launch power to record levels. SpaceX's Super Heavy generates 16.7 million pounds thrust, world's most powerful rocket. Saturn V delivered 7.5 million pounds during Apollo missions. SLS produces 8.8 million pounds thrust. 


From SpaceX’s Super Heavy to NASA’s SLS are pushing launch power to record levels. SpaceX's Super Heavy generates 16.7 million pounds thrust, world's most powerful rocket. Saturn V delivered 7.5 million pounds during Apollo missions. SLS produces 8.8 million pounds thrust.&nbsp;

‘Ranked by thrust’: Top 10 most powerful rockets ever built

NASA's Warning: NASA has issued a warning that the rapidly increasing number of satellites in low-Earth orbit poses a significant threat to space telescopes, contaminating their images with reflected light and streaks. 

NASA's Warning: Satellite Surge Could Ruin Space Telescope Images

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Hubble Captures Infant Planets Being Destroyed Around Nearby Star

NASA records planetary destruction: Death of worlds revealed

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NASA cracks the code of the star of Bethlehem, scientist recreates comet that guided the magi