Astronomers unravel the mystery of the 'Dragon's Egg' nebula
Two large stars residing inside a spectacular cloud of gas and dust nicknamed "Dragon's Egg" nebula have presented a puzzle to astronomers.
Fri Apr 12 2024
Astronomers find seven planets being 'fried' by their star
This is the second-most planets so far discovered around any star beyond our solar system.
Tue Nov 07 2023
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
Humans are still hunting for aliens. Here's how astronomers are looking for life beyond Earth
A detection of intelligent life would fundamentally change how we see ourselves in the Universe.
Fri Mar 03 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
Astronomers document a not-so-super supernova in the Milky Way
These explosions that mark the death of a star often are spectacularly energetic.
Fri Feb 03 2023
Astronomers ponder 'cosmic mystery' over powerful radio wave bursts
Astronomers suspect that these bursts may be unleashed by certain extreme objects.
Thu Jun 09 2022
The forecast on planet Neptune is chilly - and getting colder
Astronomers are puzzled by a surprising drop Neptune's atmospheric temperatures during the past two decades.
Tue Apr 12 2022
#GalaxyCruise: Malaysian citizen astronomers rank 4th with over 40,000 classification of galaxies
Apadilangit together with Professor Mazlan has set a target of 200,000 galaxies for Malaysians to classify in this one month-long project.
Fri Aug 06 2021
Citizen science project invites Malaysians to cruise in the cosmic ocean of galaxies
Citizen science projects enable members of the general public to contribute and undertake scientific work and help professional astronomers or scientists in their work.
Sat Jan 02 2021
Astronomers find seven Earth-size planets where life is possible
The star, known as TRAPPIST-1, is a small, dim celestial body in the constellation Aquarius.
Thu Feb 23 2017
NASA discovers closest Earth-twin yet
Astronomers hunting for another Earth have found the closest match, a planet about 60 percent larger than Earth.
Fri Jul 24 2015
Astronomers discover oldest star formed shortly after the Big Bang
Astronomers discover oldest star formed shortly after the Big Bang.
Mon Feb 10 2014
Scientists spot birth of giant planet
Astronomers using a powerful telescope in southern Chile said they have captured the first direct image of a protoplanet forming around another star, still embedded in thick gas and dust.
Fri Mar 01 2013
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024