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This planet candidate, Alpha Centauri Ab, could be a gas giant, orbiting 1 to 2 times the distance between Sun and Earth, according to two papers to be published in the Astrophysical Journal Letters . If confirmed, this planet would be the closest to Earth that orbits in the habitable zone of a Sun-like star.

Science & Nature The creatures of the deep are on full display. The post 9 other worldly images of ‘The Radiant Sea’ appeared first on...

Science & Nature Stunning sprites, swirling stars, and a mesmerizing Milky Way. The post 12 dazzling images from the 2025 Capture the Dark photography contest...

Science & Nature Zippy penguins, synchronized humpback whales, and a Komodo dragon trying to cool off. The post 16 breathtaking images from the 2025 Ocean...

Science & Nature Our universe is vast and absolutely incredible. The post 18 awesome images from the 2025 Astronomy Photographer of the Year awards...

Science & Nature From Australia to Cuba, and Mexico to South Africa, our planet is home to hundreds of beautiful shark species. The post 17...

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Science & Nature Astronomers using ESO’s Very Large Telescope (VLT) have captured new images of 3I/ATLAS, the third interstellar object ever observed. The post VLT...