Asteroids vary in sizes, some are negligible, others pack enough punch to wipe out life on Earth (remember dinosaurs?) The asteroid that will pass by Earth isn't as big as the one that killed dinosaurs but it is biggest space body to pass by Earth this year.

Biggest asteroid of 2021 to pass by Earth tonight 

For those who remember, a comet striking Jupiter in the year 1994 was a huge headline. This was a never before seen event witnessed by mankind in our immediate neighbourhood in solar system.

A comet struck Jupiter in 1994, now it is revealing the planet's secrets

“If people sat outside and looked at the stars each night, I bet they’d live a lot differently” Many of us know this iconic line from the comic strip Calvin and Hobbes.

NASA posts beautiful photo of fifth brightest galaxy in the sky

Scientists have discovered what causes normal proteins to convert to a diseased form and how to block the process, in a recent study. The research conducted by Imperial College London could lead to new drugs for combatting diseases like CJD and Kuru.

Scientists discover how to halt conversion of proteins to diseases

Our red neighbour Mars hosted lakes and oceans for a long time billions of years ago. But where did all the water go? Turns out, scientists may finally have the answer to disappearance of water from the Red Planet.

What really happened to water on Mars? Scientists finally have the answer!

Scientists have uncovered for the first time what happens in brains when they learn from the subconscious, visual stimuli. The study published in Neuron is a collaboration between KU Leuven, Massachusetts General Hospital, and Harvard University.

Scientists uncover how brain learns from subconscious stimuli

Scientists in Israel have unearthed pieces of a biblical scroll dating back some 2,000 years, describing the find as one of the most significant since the Dead Sea Scrolls.

Scientists unearth fragments of 2,000-year-old biblical scroll

Researchers have identified surprising similarities to strange creatures from 550 million years ago, in a recent study. The study published in the journal Proceedings of the Royal Society shows that oceanic creatures from the Ediacaran period share genes with today’s animals, including humans.

Scientists identify surprising similarities between humans and strange creatures from 550 million years ago

Stars resemble twinkling dots in our night skies, but scientists now believe that the celestial bodies were way bigger earlier! Scientists at the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan and the Academia Sinica Institute of Astronomy and Astrophysics (ASIAA) in Taiwan recently found that supermassive black holes situated at the centre of galaxies were actually really gigantic stars - too big for our comprehension.

Do gigantic stars from the past hold secrets to black holes? Scientists say so!

The Hubble Space Telescope recently shared another marvel of the universe. In a picture, the Hubble captured a nebula situated around 4,900 light years away in the constellation of Gemini.

Hubble Space Telescope beams back mesmerising image of a nebula!

For the most part, our knowledge of the word 'planet' revolves around the idea is that its a huge space rock, cooler than the stars, deriving energy from the one it revolves around.

This planet is hotter than 80 per cent of stars in the universe

Human sperm may make its way to the moon very soon. Turns out, scientists are already preparing for repopulation after impending doom on Earth:= by starting off a sperm bank on our natural satellite, the moon.

Here's why scientists want to send millions of sperm samples to the moon

Astronomers on Friday confirmed a conspiracy theory about the world's oldest 'impact crater', in a recent study. The research published in Science Direct states that Earth's earliest known impact structure is not a crater at all.

Astronomers confirm conspiracy theory on world's oldest 'impact crater'

Twilight zone in oceans is the part at the depth of 200 to 1000 metres. These depths are given such a name because water at these depths receive less sunlight. A study by Cardiff University has revealed that global warming is adversely affecting life in the twilight zone of oceans.

Global warming may endanger life in 'twilight zone' of oceans

There have been numerous cases of false convictions across the world. There have been people who have languished in jail for years without having committed any crime.

New scientific discovery may help acquit Aussie mom accused of killing own children

We have our eyes glued to the sky for possible signs of alien life. We look for planets with water, planets with atmosphere and other things that can be helpful to sustain life.

This planet lost its atmosphere and 'regrew' it

Our universe is extremely complex, and there is perhaps a lot we might never be able to grasp. But understanding our own planet - the Earth is a good place to start!

Our planet Earth may have not one, but two inner cores!

Many species around the world possess the otherworldly capability to re-engineer their body - to essentially be able to grow new organs in place of old ones that may have been rendered unusable by injuries or natural factors.

This sea slug species can regrow its whole body - out of its head!

Women who graced outer space and changed it forever

Scientists recently discovered the oldest volcanic rock on our planet. In 2020, the volcanic rock was discovered in the Sahara desert and can be dated back to a long time ago, precisely 2 million years after the creation of the solar system as we know it today, or simply 4.

Scientists discover oldest volcanic rock to exist on Earth

Social media mongers can safely bet on NASA to release brilliant pictures of celestial bodies every now and then. The space agency has a robust presence in online world and they continue to post interesting bits of info and images that thrill.

NASA releases beautiful photo of a galaxy far far away

Ever wondered if you can travel faster than light? It may not be too far from reality, after all. How, you wonder? It's simple - a warp drive! Scientists have historically discouraged others from taking the idea of warp drives too seriously, but a new study suggests that travelling faster than light may be possible by taking advantage of a "loophole" in general relativity, which refers to laws of gravitation posited by Albert Einstein.

Is it possible to travel faster than light? Scientists believe so!

Indian Space Research Organisation's (ISRO) Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle-C51 successfully placed Brazil's Amazonia-1 and 18 other satellites into orbit. The lift-off took place from Satish Dhawan Space Centre at Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh.

ISRO's PSLV-C51 successfully places 19 satellites into orbit

The European Space Agency has announced its latest recruitment drive for its next generation of astronauts. Astronauts say that the program will push the boundaries of human endurance, engineering and science. WION brings you a report.

European Space Agency begins recruitment process for next generation of astronauts

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