June 2026 night sky highlight: Jupiter and Venus will appear to join in the sky this week, making it the most notable astronomical event of the month. Sky watchers can follow observation guides for the best viewing experience.
Asteroid Discovered Days Ago to Narrowly Miss Earth An asteroid discovered just days ago will make a close approach to Earth in the coming days, according to CNN. While astronomers say the asteroid poses no threat to Earth, the narrow miss has drawn attention. The discovery highlights the importance of near-Earth object monitoring systems. Astronomers note that while current monitoring networks are quite comprehensive, smaller objects can still be missed until they are very close to Earth. ...
The New York Times reports that scientists have detected surprising signs of an atmosphere on a trans-Neptunian object billions of miles from Earth. The finding challenges scientists’ understanding of how bodies in the outer solar system evolve. Trans-Neptunian objects are small icy worlds orbiting beyond Neptune, typically thought to be too cold and small to maintain atmospheres. This discovery could reshape our understanding of astrophysical processes in the solar system’s outer regions. ...
Scientists detect an unexpected atmosphere on a small icy body beyond Pluto, challenging models of how atmospheres form on distant solar system objects.
Astronomers have found evidence suggesting a mysterious object beyond Pluto in the Kuiper Belt may possess an atmosphere, potentially reshaping understanding of distant solar system bodies.
Astronomers believe they have detected an atmosphere around a small icy world beyond Pluto for the first time, a finding that could reshape our understanding of objects at the edge of the solar system.
Researchers announce 27 potential circumbinary planet candidates on Star Wars Day, more than doubling the known count of planets like Luke Skywalker’s fictional home Tatooine.
Astronomers announce the discovery of 27 potential circumbinary planets, a breakthrough that dramatically expands our understanding of planetary formation and stellar system diversity.
The Eta Aquarid meteor shower peaks this week created by debris left behind by Halley’s Comet though bright moonlight may limit visibility
Astronomers have identified 27 potential new planets orbiting two-star systems in distant solar systems offering new insights into planet formation