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Astronomers have discovered the earliest seeds of rocky planets forming in the gas around a baby sun-like star, providing a precious peek into the dawn of our own solar system. It’s an unprecedented ...

A planetary parade is in store for the end of February, just over a month since the last one. If you missed January’s spectacle, make sure you tune in to this one. Here’s what you need to know and how ...

A planet parade featuring all seven of the other planets in the solar system will peak tonight, just over a month since the last one. If you missed January’s spectacle, make sure you tune in to this ...

In a new, groundbreaking discovery that has captivated the astronomy community, scientists have confirmed the presence of not one, but four small planets orbiting Barnard’s Star– the second-closest ...

Astronomy fans know 2025 kicked off with a meteor shower, but another big spectacle is coming up that should be on your radar, too. Here’s what to look forward to and how to watch. Planetary alignment ...