Milky Way

Prepare to be captivated by the cosmos! The winners of the 2025 Milky Way Photographer of the Year competition have been announced, showcasing the most breathtaking images of our galaxy from across th...

Astronomers have stumbled upon a baffling phenomenon within our own Milky Way galaxy: a mysterious object emitting synchronized pulses of both X-rays and radio waves. Located approximately 15,000 ligh...

A perplexing discovery has the astronomy world buzzing: a mysterious object within our own Milky Way galaxy is emitting unusual pulses of both radio waves and X-rays. Officially named ASKAP J1832-0911...

Astronomers have stumbled upon a celestial enigma deep within the Milky Way: a nearly perfect spherical object dubbed Teleios, Greek for "perfect." This isn't your average star or planet; it's a super...

Astronomers have stumbled upon a truly perplexing discovery within our own Milky Way galaxy: a supernova remnant exhibiting near-perfect spherical symmetry. Dubbed 'Teleios,' derived from the Greek wo...

A cosmic puzzle has emerged in our very own Milky Way galaxy, leaving astronomers scratching their heads. A remarkably spherical object, dubbed Teleios (Greek for 'perfect'), has been detected, challe...

Prepare to be amazed by our galaxy! New breathtaking photographs showcase the ethereal beauty of the Milky Way as captured by talented photographers across the globe. From fiery volcanoes to serene be...

Get ready for a spectacular celestial show! This weekend, under the right conditions, you could witness the breathtaking beauty of the Milky Way galaxy. With a new moon and favorable positioning of th...

Prepare to be mesmerized! The annual Milky Way Photographer of the Year collection has arrived, showcasing the most breathtaking images of our galaxy as captured by photographers around the globe. Thi...

The cosmos is vast and mysterious, holding secrets to how stars are born and galaxies evolve. Recent breakthroughs in astronomical research are shedding light on some of these fundamental processes, f...

Get ready for a celestial treat! The Milky Way, our home galaxy, is poised to be exceptionally visible over the Memorial Day weekend, offering stargazers a stunning astronomical spectacle. This vibran...

The Milky Way, our home galaxy, is a source of endless fascination. Recently, stunning photographs have emerged, showcasing its breathtaking beauty from various locations around the globe and even fro...

The Milky Way Galaxy, our cosmic home, is proving to be more complex and dynamic than previously imagined. Recent breakthroughs are providing unprecedented insights into its central regions, revealing...

Get ready, stargazers! Our home galaxy, the Milky Way, is set to make a stunning appearance in the skies across the United States this May, particularly around the Memorial Day weekend. This is a prim...

The Milky Way continues to captivate photographers across the globe, and the 2025 Milky Way Photographer of the Year competition, curated by Capture the Atlas, proves it. This year’s selection include...

California stargazers, get ready! The Milky Way, our home galaxy, is poised to grace the night sky with a breathtaking display throughout late May. This isn't just another celestial event; it's a chan...

Astronomers have made a groundbreaking discovery: a multitude of protoplanetary disks swirling within the heart of the Milky Way's Central Molecular Zone (CMZ). This turbulent region, long considered ...

Space, often perceived as a serene void, is actually a dynamic arena of turbulence that influences everything from star formation to solar winds. Now, scientists are gaining unprecedented insight into...

For decades, astronomers have been spotting protoplanetary disks – the swirling nurseries of future solar systems – primarily in the calmer regions of our Milky Way. Now, a groundbreaking study reveal...

The Milky Way is set to make its first major appearance of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, offering stargazers across the United States a breathtaking spectacle this May. This annual event, eager...

Imagine a bone fractured not by earthly trauma, but by a cosmic collision. That's precisely what NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory has revealed in our very own Milky Way galaxy. A galactic center filam...