Space Observatories

Milky Way and Andromeda Collision: New Study Reveals It May Never Happen

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The Milky Way and Andromeda collision, once thought to be an astronomical certainty, has now been reduced to a cosmic coin flip.

Milky Way and Andromeda Collision: From Cosmic Certainty to a 50/50 Gamble For decades, astronomers projected a spectacular galactic event: the Milky Way and Andromeda collision. This merger was once considered a near-certainty, expected to occur in about 5 billion years, resulting in a colossal supergalaxy informally dubbed “Milkomeda.” However, thanks to new data and … Read more

Hubble Space Telescope 35th Anniversary: A Legacy Written in the Stars

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What is the Hubble Space Telescope 35th Anniversary? The Hubble Space Telescope 35th Anniversary celebrates 35 years since Hubble was launched into orbit on April 24, 1990. NASA is marking this milestone by releasing stunning new images and highlighting Hubble’s incredible scientific contributions to astronomy and space exploration.

In April 2025, NASA celebrates a truly remarkable milestone — the Hubble Space Telescope’s 35th anniversary in orbit. For more than three decades, Hubble has served as humanity’s eye on the universe, delivering breathtaking images, groundbreaking discoveries, and reshaping our cosmic understanding. From capturing stellar nurseries to probing the mysteries of dark energy, Hubble’s legacy … Read more