Firefly Sparkle galaxy offers a taste of the infant Milky Way
The Milky Way began forming very early in the universe's history, likely around the same time as Firefly Sparkle, says an astronomer.
Sun Dec 15 2024
Alien planet with metallic clouds resembles 'a giant mirror in space'
It is a planet astronomers say probably should not even exist.
Fri Jul 14 2023
Galaxies spotted by Webb telescope rewrite understanding of early universe
Astronomers said data obtained by the telescope reveals what appear to be six big galaxies as mature as our Milky Way.
Sat Feb 25 2023
The final frontier? Just a slice of Spanish sausage
A red ball of spicy fire with luminous patches glowing menacingly against a black background.
Sat Aug 06 2022
Biden unveils Webb space telescope's first full-color image of distant galaxies
The image showcased by Biden and NASA chief Bill Nelson showed the 4.6 billion-year-old galaxy cluster named SMACS 0723.
Tue Jul 12 2022
In detecting alien life on a faraway planet, methane may be the key
Methane is one of the few gases that should be readily detectable using the James Webb Space Telescope.
Tue Mar 29 2022
NASA's new space telescope reaches destination in solar orbit
Webb arrived at its gravitational parking spot in orbit around the sun on Monday, almost 1 million miles from Earth.
Tue Jan 25 2022
James Webb telescope sets off on million-mile voyage
The world's most powerful space telescope blasted off into orbit, headed to an outpost 1.5 million kilometres from Earth.
Sun Dec 26 2021
NASA's revolutionary new space telescope due for launch from French Guiana
If all goes according to plan, the 14,000-pound instrument will be released from the French-built rocket after a 26-minute ride into space.
Sat Dec 25 2021
Denmark stands firm on Greenland after Rubio says Trump's interest is no joke
Trump vows to make Denmark's autonomous territory part of the US, not ruling out military or economic pressure to acquire it.
Fri Jan 31 2025
On-site investigation of burned-out Air Busan plane to begin
Passengers evacuated from the Air Busan plane will get their baggage back after authorities deemed the jet safe for a full investigation.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Myanmar junta extends state of emergency to support election preparations
The junta plans this year to hold an election, which critics have derided as a sham to keep the generals in power through proxies.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Malaysia to receive visits from world leaders beginning next week - PM
We need more strategic partners at this time, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Jan 31 2025
'Stubborn' Sarawak flood victims urged to evacuate immediately
Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas says some individuals are still reluctant to move to the nearest relief centres.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Taylor Swift unveiled as presenter at Sunday's Grammys
Taylor Swift is nominated for the Grammy Awards for Album of the Year with her album 'The Tortured Poets Department', and five other awards.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Microsoft, Meta back big AI spending despite DeepSeek's low costs
CEOs of Microsoft and Meta defends massive spending saying it was crucial to staying competitive in the new field.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Israel releases Palestinian prisoners after delay over chaotic hostage handover
Hamas frees three Israeli and five Thai hostages in Gaza, and Israel releases 110 Palestinian prisoners in the latest prisoner-hostage swap.
Fri Jan 31 2025
New minimum wage order comes into force tomorrow, benefiting 4.37 million workers - KESUMA
Failure to comply with the Minimum Wage Order is an offence and may result in a fine.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Honda, Nissan to unveil detailed merger plan in mid-Feb.
Japan's second- and third-largest carmakers by volume, have agreed to begin talks on merging under a holding company.
Fri Jan 31 2025