Cosmic Backyard
Cosmic Backyard is an Inverse series that explores cutting-edge research looking into the depths of the cosmos. This work is pushing the boundaries of our understanding of the universe, and our place in it.
Cosmic Backyard is an Inverse series that explores cutting-edge research looking into the depths of the cosmos. This work is pushing the boundaries of our understanding of the universe, and our place in it.
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Research Shows The Early Universe Had Way More Black Holes Than We Thought
This discovery could help researchers understand how they formed — and why many of them appear to be more massive than expected.
Aurora Alert! The Sun Just Unleashed Several X-Class Flares — Here’s Where to Look
Earlier this week, the Sun unleashed several X-class flares.
Please Don’t Miss Your Chance to View This Comet That Hasn’t Been Seen Since the Neanderthals
Comet C/2023 A3 Tsuchishan-Atlas only passes through the inner Solar System once every 80,000 years, so it’s a once-in-a-civilization sight.
NASA Engineers Just Made This Ruthless Choice to Save Voyager 2
Fare thee well, plasma science instrument.
Astronomers Just Confirmed the Presence of Carbon Dioxide On Pluto’s Moon Charon — Where Did it Come From?
Pluto's moon Charon is named after the ferryman of the Underworld, and for good reason.
Astonishingly, Astronomers Discovered A Planet Orbiting Barnard’s Star — And There Might Be More
The rocky planet around a red dwarf star is pretty close to home.
The Stranded Starliner Crew Finally Has a Ride Home, But They Still Can't Leave
Meanwhile, Williams has been promoted from stranded test pilot to ISS commander.
All Systems Go: How NASA Is Pushing A New Era Of Space Exploration
Don’t let the problems with Starliner full you — the next era of space exploration is moving forward at pace.
