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While its star projector leaves a lot to be desired, the Science Can Solar System Planetary Projector is a fantastic educational tool for kids, with its solar system model, complete with talking ...

Stars passing close to the sun could cause planets to collide, including with Earth, or even be ejected as rogue planets, new simulations show. By Katherine Kornei If our species manages to hang on ...

Discover when and how to observe the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS in the U.S. in late 2025. Learn about its features, viewing location tips, and why this cosmic event matters for stargazers and ...

SpaceX boss Elon Musk chimed in on the debate over the 3I/ATLAS comet and the subsequent alien conspiracies during an ...

Comet 3I/ATLAS, the third confirmed interstellar object to enter our solar system, is now racing into the cosmic dark on a ...