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Webb space telescope helps spot planet losing atmosphere

Researchers  have detected enormous clouds of helium drifting away from the exoplanet WASP-107b using the James Webb Space ...

A new look at TRAPPIST-1e, an Earth-sized, habitable-zone exoplanet

Of the seven Earth-sized worlds orbiting the red dwarf star TRAPPIST-1, one planet in particular has attracted the attention of scientists. This planet orbits the star within the "Goldilocks zone"—a ...

NASA flags rising risk as Starlink-type constellations threaten 40% of hubble photos

Simulations show two satellites per Hubble exposure. China’s Xuntian telescope may see 92 satellites. Its wide view makes it ...
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Scorching planets are creating their own water from fire

Scorching planets that should be bone-dry may actually create their own water deep inside, forging oceans through molten rock ...

First discoveries from new Subaru Telescope program reveal massive planet and brown dwarf

Astronomers using the Subaru Telescope in Hawaiʻi have discovered a massive planet and a brown dwarf orbiting distant stars.

Same God, Different Planet?

Jane Green and Rev. Prof. David Wilkinson discuss NASA finding new exoplanets.