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Study of 'twin' stars finds some of them are planet-eaters

An examination of 91 pairs of stars with matching sizes and chemical compositions showed that a surprising number exhibited signs of having ingested a planet.

20 March 2024, 17:07 IST

Study of 'twin' stars finds some of them are planet-eaters

Study of 'twin' stars finds some of them are planet-eaters

Study of 'twin' stars finds some of them are planet-eaters

20 March 2024, 17:07 IST

Want to get into stargazing? A professional astronomer explains where to start

To memorise the night sky, you can try star hopping. Pick out a bright, famous, easy to find constellation, and use it as a guide to help you identify the constellations around it, writes Jonti Horner, who is a Professor of Astrophysics.

29 December 2023, 06:37 IST

Want to get into stargazing? A professional astronomer explains where to start

Want to get into stargazing? A professional astronomer explains where to start

Want to get into stargazing? A professional astronomer explains where to start

29 December 2023, 06:37 IST

The Sun’s activity cycle is reaching its peak early: Knowing why could help us unlock the secrets of our star

This solar activity varies with time. It peaks every 11 years – and the next high point had been forecast for July 2025. But it now looks as if this “solar maximum” will arrive earlier than expected. This finding could lead to a better understanding of our host star.

27 October 2023, 06:08 IST

The Sun’s activity cycle is reaching its peak early: Knowing why could help us unlock the secrets of our star

The Sun’s activity cycle is reaching its peak early: Knowing why could help us unlock the secrets of our star

The Sun’s activity cycle is reaching its peak early: Knowing why could help us unlock the secrets of our star

27 October 2023, 06:08 IST

Reach for the Stars

15 September 2023, 23:51 IST

Reach for the Stars

Reach for the Stars

Reach for the Stars

15 September 2023, 23:51 IST

Sky full of stars

Seeing sparkling stars against the jet-black sky is always wondrous to behold. But for those living in concrete jungles, it is hard to see them with the naked eye or even with a telescope. All that one can see is the moon and a few of the brightest stars. Cities have thousands of artificial lights and spew pollutants into the air, masking the view of stars that are light years away. This compels enthusiasts and astronomers to travel to far-off places in search of the right sites for stargazing.

20 July 2023, 01:30 IST

A sky full of stars

A sky full of stars

Sky full of stars

20 July 2023, 01:30 IST

Starry encounter

21 March 2023, 21:07 IST

Starry encounter

Starry encounter

Starry encounter

21 March 2023, 21:07 IST

5 insights for astronomers from Gaia mission's data

There’s a lot to make astronomers excited in the latest data from Gaia mission

14 June 2022, 05:32 IST

Gaia mission: Five insights astronomers could glean from its latest data

Gaia mission: Five insights astronomers could glean from its latest data

5 insights for astronomers from Gaia mission's data

14 June 2022, 05:32 IST

How wandering bodies in space ended up on their own

Scientists have recently discovered that more planets than we thought are floating through space all by themselves – unlit by a friendly stellar companion

16 January 2022, 07:18 IST

Rogue planets: How wandering bodies in interstellar space ended up on their own

Rogue planets: How wandering bodies in interstellar space ended up on their own

How wandering bodies in space ended up on their own

16 January 2022, 07:18 IST

Salma Hayek receives Hollywood Walk of Fame Star; Check out pics!

Eternals star Salma Hayek Pinault has been honoured with a Hollywood Walk of Fame Star in California. She became the 2,709th celebrity to get the coveted Star. Here are some glimpses from the unveiling ceremony.

20 November 2021, 06:26 IST

Salma Hayek receives Hollywood Walk of Fame Star; Check out pics!

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Salma Hayek receives Hollywood Walk of Fame Star; Check out pics!

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Salma Hayek receives Hollywood Walk of Fame Star; Check out pics!

20 November 2021, 06:26 IST

Stars who went to college after becoming famous | In Pics

Here are some celebrities who gave importance to studies and went back to college despite achieving fame in showbiz.

13 November 2021, 17:19 IST

Stars who went to college after becoming famous | In Pics

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Stars who went to college after becoming famous | In Pics

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Stars who went to college after becoming famous | In Pics

13 November 2021, 17:19 IST