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An asteroid could collide with Earth: What could happen if it hits, and should we worry?
An asteroid could hit Earth, but scientists are continuing to gather data to understand its trajectory and potential impact to Earth.
Astronomers have spied an asteroid that may be heading for Earth: What we know so far
On 27 December last year, astronomers using the ATLAS survey telescope in Chile discovered a small asteroid moving away from Earth. Follow-up observations have revealed that the asteroid, 2024 YR4, is on a path that might lead to a collision with our planet on 22 December 2032.
Everyone’s talking about a new asteroid heading towards Earth, but is it a threat?
Astronomers are closely monitoring Asteroid 2024 YR4 as it heads towards Earth. Should we be worried about it? Here's what you need to know.
Astronomers Are Keeping an Eye on This Asteroid’s Odds of Hitting Earth
Researchers say there’s a 1.3 percent chance that the space rock 2024 YR4 could strike our planet — but not until December 2032.
Newly discovered asteroid now has a slightly higher risk of hitting Earth
A newly discovered asteroid named 2024 YR4 now has a 2.2% chance of affecting Earth in 2032 after recent observations.
2024 YR4, ‘city-killer’ asteroid headed for Earth; when and where it will hit us
The odds of a newly discovered asteroid '2024 YR4' crashing into Earth are rising according to scientists. Here's what to know and where it can hit.
There's A 2.3% Chance Of An Asteroid Hitting Earth In 2032, And The Internet Has A Lot To Say About It
The asteroid named "2024 YR4," which is about the size of a football field, now has a 2.3% chance of hitting Earth in 2032. That's up from 1.3%. Scientists say the odds will likely drop with more data,
Astronomers are tracking giant asteroid's chances of hitting Earth
YR is considered to be larger than the Chelyabinsk asteroid that struck Russia in 2013. Its shock wave was strong enough to injure 1,500 people.
Newly spotted, giant asteroid has a chance of hitting Earth in 2032 — but there's some good news
A newly discovered asteroid has a tiny chance of smacking Earth in 2032, space agency officials said Wednesday. Scientists put the odds of a strike at only slightly more than 1%. “We are not worried at all,
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Meteor Burns Up Over Earth - Amazing Time-Lapse Footage From Space Station
NASA astronaut Matthew Dominick, currently aboard the International Space Station, captured footage of a meteor burning up in ...
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I've Watched Many Meteor Showers—Here's How You Can Too
The latter of these two scenarios is called a meteor shower, which can be easily observed with the naked eye in the right ...
Newly Discovered Asteroid Has a 1.2 Percent Earth Impact Risk
A 200-foot-wide asteroid found in December has a one-in-83 chance of hitting Earth, according to space agencies.
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The S2 Meteorite: Destruction and New Life to Earth
Understanding how life as we know it came to exist, is something that scientists and researchers have long been examining by looking at the geological evidence we have left on Earth. A key place to ...
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How much did SpaceX's Starship Flight 7 explosion pollute the atmosphere?
The rapid unscheduled disassembly of SpaceX's Starship mega rocket may have released significant amounts of harmful ...
All the meteor showers visible from the UK in 2025
There are many meteor showers throughout the year that stargazers are able to enjoy. Around 30 major showers light up the ...
From Lava to Life: Unlocking Earth’s Oldest Mysteries
Exploring the transformation of Earth from a volcanic hellscape to a potential birthplace of life during the Hadean era.
WATCH: Impressive meteor blazes across night sky in Caribbean
In a breathtaking celestial event that captivated thousands, a meteor streaked across the night sky, leaving spectators in awe from Puerto Rico to the Dominican Republic. The dazzling sight, which ...