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๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
World

Two spacecraft will land on the asteroid heading towards Earth

The asteroid Apophis, which measures about 400 meters in diameter, is set to pass dangerously close to Earth in April 2029, prompting multiple space agencies to prepare missions to study it.

Mar 22 โ€ข 06:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
World

A collision with an asteroid up to 80 meters caused a terrible explosion - Almost nothing remained

An asteroid measuring up to 80 meters collided with Earth, resulting in a catastrophic explosion that left almost no remnants behind.

Mar 22 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
World

The letters of life from space

A piece of rock from space may hold clues to one of humanity's biggest questions: how life began, with scientists discovering essential components of DNA and RNA in samples from the asteroid Ryugu.

Mar 21 โ€ข 19:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

A brilliant asteroid fireball captured from Calar Alto (Almerรญa) at 108,000 kilometers per hour

The Calar Alto astronomical observatory in Almerรญa detected a fireball traveling at 108,000 kilometers per hour on the night of March 17.

Mar 19 โ€ข 11:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
World

Revealed that the asteroid Ryugu has key DNA, compatible with the generation of life

Japanese scientists found essential nitrogen bases in samples from the Ryugu asteroid, supporting theories on the origins of life on Earth.

Mar 18 โ€ข 23:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
World

Asteroid reinforces theory that lifeโ€™s elements came from space

Scientists have analyzed samples from the asteroid Ryugu, suggesting that the building blocks of life may have originated from space.

Mar 18 โ€ข 21:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

Molecules in asteroid show that DNA and RNA bases exist beyond Earth; understand the impact on the debate about the origin of life

Samples from the asteroid Ryugu confirm the presence of the five molecular building blocks of DNA and RNA, impacting the understanding of life's origins.

Mar 18 โ€ข 17:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
World

Basic components for the origin of life detected in the Ryugu asteroid

An international team of researchers has confirmed the discovery of the five canonical nucleobases in samples from the Ryugu asteroid, highlighting implications for the origins of life on Earth.

Mar 17 โ€ข 19:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
World

250 tons of TNT: The unusual meteorite that fell in the U.S.

A fireball crossed the sky on March 17 in the northeastern United States and Canada, caused by a small asteroid that exploded with the force of 250 tons of TNT, as reported by NASA.

Mar 17 โ€ข 19:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
World

Could an asteroid lead to the emergence of life? All necessary components found

Researchers discovered all five nucleobases essential for the formation of DNA and RNA in samples from the Ryugu asteroid, potentially shedding light on the origin of life on Earth.

Mar 17 โ€ข 15:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
World

Asteroid Ryugu Contains All the Building Blocks of Genetic Material

Asteroid Ryugu has been found to contain all the fundamental building blocks of genetic material as revealed by analyses of samples collected by Japan's Hayabusa 2 spacecraft.

Mar 17 โ€ข 06:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

DNA and RNA Elements Detected in Asteroid Ryugu Samples

All nucleotide bases constituting DNA and RNA were detected in samples from asteroid Ryugu, revealing a balanced distribution unlike any previous asteroid or meteorite samples.

Mar 17 โ€ข 00:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
World

The Building Blocks of Life May Exist Throughout the Solar System

A recent analysis of samples from asteroid Ryugu suggests that the building blocks of life could be found throughout the solar system.

Mar 16 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

All five types of bases AGCTU discovered from asteroid sand brought back by Hayabusa2

A research team has confirmed the discovery of all five nucleobases (AGCTU) in the asteroid Ryugu sand returned by Japan's Hayabusa2, supporting theories about life's origins from space materials.

Mar 16 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Asteroid that could collide with the Moon is no longer a threat

An asteroid initially thought to have a 4% chance of colliding with the Moon has now been deemed no longer a threat following observations from the James Webb Space Telescope.

Mar 15 โ€ข 12:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
World

Bus-sized asteroid narrowly missed Earth last night - discovered only last week

An asteroid comparable in size to a city bus, named 2024 EG1, made a close flyby of Earth last night without posing any threat.

Mar 13 โ€ข 06:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
World

An asteroid will pass close to Earth tonight: it was recently discovered by NASA

An asteroid designated 2026 EG1 will make a close approach to Earth tonight, having been discovered by NASA just days prior.

Mar 12 โ€ข 19:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Asteroid impact off British coast unleashed mega-tsunami taller than Big Ben

Scientists confirm that a 40-million-year-old asteroid impact in the North Sea created a mega-tsunami over 330 feet tall, carving a hidden crater beneath the seabed.

Mar 12 โ€ข 13:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How the James Webb telescope managed to track an 'invisible' object before it collided with the Moon

NASA's James Webb Space Telescope successfully monitored the asteroid 2024 YR4, confirming it will not collide with the Moon as previously feared.

Mar 12 โ€ข 12:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
World

Good news for the Moon. Asteroid 2024 YR4 will not hit it

Asteroid 2024 YR4 is confirmed to not pose any threat to the Moon, easing concerns of a potential collision.

Mar 12 โ€ข 05:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

The trajectory of the 'most dangerous asteroid of all time' has been clarified

The threat of the massive YR4 asteroid hitting the Moon has been reassessed, suggesting it is no longer a direct threat to Earth.

Mar 11 โ€ข 23:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
Life & Tech

Conan, the immortal bacterium that (perhaps) came from Mars: 'It could have hitched a ride from an asteroid'

Scientists at Johns Hopkins University discovered that the nearly indestructible bacterium Deinococcus radiodurans, known as Conan, can survive extreme conditions, leading to theories about its extraterrestrial origins.

Mar 11 โ€ข 08:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
World

"Perhaps We Are Martians!" Scientists Prove It Is Possible

Recent research has provided new insights into the hypothesis of lithopanspermia, suggesting that microorganisms could survive asteroid impacts and potentially travel between planets.

Mar 10 โ€ข 17:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Collision caused by NASA changed asteroid trajectories around the Sun

NASA's successful DART mission not only altered the orbit of the asteroid Dimorphos but also changed the trajectories of both Dimorphos and its parent asteroid Didymos around the Sun, according to new research.

Mar 10 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Spacecraft collision altered the solar orbit beyond the binary asteroid's path

A recent study confirms that the first asteroid deflection experiment changed not only the orbit of a small asteroid but also affected the solar orbit of the binary asteroid system.

Mar 10 โ€ข 00:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

We have diverted an asteroid in space. On Earth, we can't even stop drones

The article discusses humanity's successful alteration of an asteroid's orbit amidst ongoing global conflicts and challenges in addressing terrestrial security issues.

Mar 9 โ€ข 11:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
World

Did life on Earth come from Mars? New experiment suggests surprising possibility

A new experiment provides evidence supporting the hypothesis that life on Earth may have originated from Mars by demonstrating that extremely resilient bacteria can survive asteroid-like impacts.

Mar 9 โ€ข 09:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Humanity Can Change an Asteroid's Path, NASA Research Shows. The Goal is Earth's Defense

NASA's research indicates that humanity possesses the capability to alter the trajectory of asteroids, emphasizing the importance of planetary defense.

Mar 8 โ€ข 18:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
World

NASA successfully kicks asteroid off course in Earth defence test

NASA has successfully altered the orbit of an asteroid in a landmark test for Earth's defense against potential space threats.

Mar 7 โ€ข 15:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

James Webb sees harmless passage for asteroid threatening Earth and Moon (video)

The James Webb Space Telescope has determined that the asteroid 2024 YR4, initially thought to threaten Earth and the Moon, will safely pass by the Moon without any impact.

Mar 7 โ€ข 08:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
World

NASA confirmed what will happen with asteroid 2024 YR4: Will it impact the Moon?

NASA confirmed that asteroid 2024 YR4, previously considered a potential threat to the Moon, is not at risk of collision during its 2032 flyby.

Mar 6 โ€ข 20:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

NASA's spacecraft impact altered asteroid's orbit around the Sun, new study points out

A NASA-targeted asteroid was slightly shifted from its orbit around the Sun following a past impact, potentially aiding future asteroid deflection efforts.

Mar 6 โ€ข 19:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

Asteroid 2024 YR4 will no longer hit the Moon in 2032, according to new NASA calculations

NASA has reported that new analyses have eliminated the possibility of asteroid 2024 YR4 colliding with the Moon in December 2032.

Mar 6 โ€ข 16:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
World

Asteroid nicknamed 'City Destroyer' will narrowly miss the Moon, confirms Web Telescope

The Web Telescope has confirmed that a giant asteroid, referred to as the 'City Destroyer,' will narrowly pass by the Moon in 2032, avoiding a catastrophic collision.

Mar 6 โ€ข 13:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Chilean desert bacteria could withstand even an asteroid impact

A research team from Johns Hopkins University discovered that the Earthโ€™s most resilient bacterium can survive extreme pressures comparable to those of an asteroid impact, supporting the panspermia hypothesis of life spreading between planets.

Mar 6 โ€ข 10:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

"The Moon is Safe": New Observations Rule Out Impact of Asteroid 2024 YR4

Experts have ruled out the possibility of asteroid 2024 YR4 impacting the Moon on December 22, 2032, based on observations from the James Webb Space Telescope.

Mar 5 โ€ข 20:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
World

The asteroid 2024 YR4 will also not collide with the Moon: it will pass 20,000 kilometers away in 2032

Asteroid 2024 YR4 is confirmed to safely pass by the Moon at a distance of 20,000 kilometers in December 2032, alleviating earlier concerns of a potential collision.

Mar 5 โ€ข 17:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
World

Astronomers Rule Out Risk of Asteroid 2024 YR4 Hitting the Moon

Astronomers have confirmed that asteroid 2024 YR4 will pass safely by the Moon, quelling earlier fears of a potential impact.

Mar 5 โ€ข 17:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

VU astronomer named an asteroid in honor of St. Casimir

A Vilnius University astronomer has named an asteroid after St. Casimir, reflecting the historical and religious significance of the figure in Lithuania.

Mar 3 โ€ข 08:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Classic Novel About the Day We Encounter the Incomprehensible

Jonas Thente reviews the new edition of Arthur C. Clarke's classic novel 'Rendezvous with Rama', originally published in 1974, which explores the discovery of an enormous asteroid beyond Jupiter.

Feb 28 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Dhoondhar 2 is an asteroid that can end the dinosaur era,' says Ram Gopal Varma

Director Ram Gopal Varma expresses immense excitement for the upcoming release of 'Dhoondhar 2', claiming it has the potential to reshape filmmaking and rival the dominance of South Indian films.

Feb 25 โ€ข 11:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Traditional School Meizen Named After Asteroid Found in 1993

The asteroid 'Meizen' has been named after the prestigious Meizen High School in Kurume, Japan, following a naming ceremony led by amateur astronomer Kazuo Watanabe.

Feb 24 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
World

An Original Idea: Let Microbes Mine Metals in Space

Scientists are experimenting with using microbes to extract precious minerals from asteroid materials in microgravity environments.

Feb 20 โ€ข 10:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Gloomy Assessment: An Asteroid Could Destroy an Entire City - No Means to Defend Against It

NASA warns that tens of thousands of asteroids near Earth's orbit could potentially obliterate entire cities, with no current means to avert such a catastrophe.

Feb 18 โ€ข 20:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
Life & Tech

ASTEROID VALENTIN: This love asteroid tells how to achieve the purest and most idealistic love

The article discusses the significance of Asteroid Valentin in astrology, particularly in relation to love and relationships.

Feb 14 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

When danger approaches from the sky.. Can a nuclear explosion save the Earth from a killer asteroid?

The article discusses the potential risks posed by asteroids and explores the controversial idea of using a nuclear explosion to divert a threatening one.

Feb 12 โ€ข 12:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
Life & Tech

Zodiac Signs: A Dazzling Solar Eclipse Approaches: Life Will Soon Become Very Fast

The article discusses an upcoming solar eclipse and its expected effects on personal and emotional aspects of life.

Feb 11 โ€ข 20:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Will this be the biggest impact on the Moon in history? An impressive scenario is being modeled

A recently discovered asteroid has raised concerns about a potential impact on the Moon, which could release an energy equivalent to 6.5 million tons of TNT.

Feb 10 โ€ข 09:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

"Life's Bricks", the Discovery on the Asteroid Bennu That Changes the Narrative of Our Origins

New research reveals that samples from the asteroid Bennu contain amino acids, essential building blocks for life, challenging previous notions of their formation.

Feb 9 โ€ข 20:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
World

The asteroid Bennu reinforces the thesis that life 'landed' on Earth from outer space

Recent studies highlight the asteroid Bennu as supporting the panspermia hypothesis, suggesting that life's building blocks may have arrived on Earth from outer space.

Feb 9 โ€ข 20:01 UTC

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