Minimoons: Earth’s Tiny, Elusive Moons You’ve Never Heard Of

Earth may have at least 6 minimoons at any given time.

When you think of moons, the image that likely comes to mind is our one and only Moon. But did you know Earth often hosts a handful of tiny, temporary moons — known as minimoons — that quietly orbit our planet before continuing their journey around the sun? Recent research suggests that at any given … Read more

Solar Flare 2025: NASA Captures Powerful X1.2 Burst on June

The X1.1 solar flare 2025 of May 24, 2025, serves as another clear demonstration of the Sun's ever-present influence on our planet and our technology.

solar flare 2025 activity hit a major milestone. At exactly 5:49 p.m. ET, the Sun erupted with a powerful X1.2-class solar flare, lighting up space and triggering concern across the global scientific community. Captured by NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO), this event marks one of the strongest flares in the current solar cycle—offering both a … Read more