Latest articles by Chelsea Gohd
2021 saw record temperatures and deaths from natural disasters, NASA, NOAA reveal
2021 was another record-setting year, ranking as the sixth hottest year on record. Following a trend, these past eight years have also been the eight hottest years on record.
Powerful superflares discovered erupting from superdense stellar corpse
A rare type of white dwarf star has been erupting in the most extreme superflares of its kind ever seen, researchers find in a new study.
The Milky Way's supermassive black hole is leaking gas
The supermassive black hole at the center of our Milky Way galaxy is leaking.
'Mini' monster black hole discovered hiding in a dwarf galaxy
A newly discovered "mini" supermassive black hole could help reveal some of the secrets behind the biggest black holes in the cosmos.
Astronomers discover 'Maggie,' a giant atomic cloud stretching across the Milky Way
Stretching thousands of light-years across the Milky Way, a newly discovered filament of hydrogen named Maggie is one of the biggest structures ever discovered in our galaxy.
Exploding meteor 'booms' over Pennsylvania on New Year's Day
A meteor hurtling through Earth's atmosphere exploded over Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on New Year's Day (Jan. 1).
Skywatcher spots James Webb Space Telescope from Earth in telescope photos
Thanks to images from a robotic Earth telescope, you can now watch the James Webb Space Telescope travel through space.
James Webb Space Telescope uncovers massive sunshield in next step of risky deployment
The James Webb Space Telescope has unwrapped its sunshield, crossing another important item off of its lengthy and risky deployment to-do list.
Nerves run high ahead of the James Webb Space Telescope launch this Saturday
Amid all the excitement, there is no shortage of nerves ahead of the launch of the world's most powerful telescope.
The James Webb Space Telescope will open up the 'secrets of the universe,' NASA administrator says
NASA Administrator Bill Nelson is excited to see the James Webb Space Telescope open up the "secrets of the universe," he told Space.com.
Science and music collide with the James Webb Space Telescope
What's the secret ingredient that has supported scientists at NASA in creating the most powerful space telescope in history? Music.
What will the James Webb Space Telescope reveal to us about dark matter?
The James Webb Space Telescope could help to solve the pressing mysteries of dark matter.
James Webb Space Telescope vs. Hubble: How will their images compare?
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope is currently poised to launch and become the most powerful telescope in space. But how will its photos compare to Hubble's?
Ask your James Webb Space Telescope questions on Space Chat, LIVE TODAY!
Today (Dec. 17), a special episode of Space Chat will cover all things James Webb Space Telescope!
Moon rock collected by Apollo 17 astronauts reveals new details about lunar evolution
A lunar rock brought to Earth nearly half a century ago is revealing new information about the moon's complex history.
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has a shiny giant mirror made of gold hexagons. Here's why.
The James Webb Space Telescope is relying on its iconic, gold mirror to do groundbreaking science.
Did scientists solve the mystery of the super-bright exploding 'cow' in space?
Science studying a mysterious star explosion known as "the Cow" think the blast could have created a black hole or neutron star.
Former NASA astronaut Leland Melvin aims to help the next generation reach for the stars
Former NASA astronaut Leland Melvin is working to help the next generation reach the same lofty heights that he did.
Will Smith explores planet Earth in new 'Welcome to Earth' series from Disney Plus, Nat Geo (exclusive clip)
Today (Dec. 8), National Geographic's new series "Welcome to Earth" drops on Disney Plus, showcasing Academy Award-nominated actor Will Smith in his latest role: explorer.
NASA returns Hubble Space Telescope back to full science operations
Hubble's science instruments are fully operational after a recent glitch.
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope is fueled up for its Dec. 22 launch
The James Webb Space Telescope is fully loaded and one step closer to taking flight.
Watch the moon shine near Venus tonight on its way toward Saturn and Jupiter
Venus and the moon make a dazzling duo in the night sky tonight (Dec. 6), starting the moon's multi-day journey past a slew of planets.
'Don't Look Up' director Adam McKay talks comets, climate change and total disaster
What would humanity do if a giant space rock were hurtling directly towards Earth? According to director Adam McKay ("The Big Short," "Anchorman," "Step Brothers"), we might not even care.
