Hubble just exposed a rare and violent star collision
University of Warwick astronomers have uncovered compelling evidence that a nearby white dwarf is in fact the remnant of two stars merging — a rare stellar discovery revealed through Hubble…
Astronomers Capture First-Ever Image of a Dead Star That Exploded Twice in Rare Supernova Event
For the first time, a team of astronomers has captured a clear image of a white dwarf star that exploded not just once, but twice, as a Type Ia supernova…
Citizen scientists spot rare exploding star in real-time
Previously described as playing astronomical ‘spot the difference,’ Kilonova Seekers asks the public to compare the latest images of a section of night sky to an image of the same…
The Cadillac Celestiq Will Be as Rare as a Bugatti
No one expects the Cadillac Celestiq to be a big seller for the brand. It’s a hand-built electric vehicle that costs $340,000, and it can take customers weeks or months…
T Corona Borealis May Erupt Soon: Rare Nova Could Be Visible to Naked Eye
T Corona Borealis is a binary star system in the Northern Crown constellation which is being monitored closely by astronomers worldwide for signs of a rare stellar eruption. The system…
Astronaut Captures Rare ‘Gigantic Jet’ Lightning Extending 50 Miles Above Earth
A rare ‘gigantic jet’ of lightning has been photographed from space, extending nearly 50 miles above the U.S. coastline. The image was taken by an astronaut aboard the International Space…
One-Day Cup – South Australia target rare double after finding winning ‘belief’
South Australia’s triumphant cricketers are setting their sights on an historic double. After soaking up their success in winning the one-day title, Nathan McSweeney‘s team now want a long-elusive Sheffield…
Gene therapy for rare epilepsy shows promise in mice
Dravet syndrome and other developmental epileptic encephalopathies are rare but devastating conditions that cause a host of symptoms in children, including seizures, intellectual disability, and even sudden death. Most cases…
Researchers find improved method for treating rare, aggressive, pregnancy-related cancer
A new drug delivery system shows promise for treating a rare, aggressive form of cancer affecting pregnant women and new mothers, and it has potential with other cancers as well.…
Rare Corinthian Helmet from Ancient Greece to Be Auctioned in London
A rare and exceptionally well-preserved Corinthian helmet, believed to have been used by Greek hoplite warriors, is set to go under the hammer later this month in London. Crafted from…