Chinese Team Confirms Free-Floating Planet Matching Saturn’s Mass
Scientists from the Chinese mainland directly measured a free-floating object’s mass, confirming it as a Saturn-mass planet in a first-of-its-kind study published in Science.
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The 2026 Wolf Supermoon Lights Up January’s Sky
The 2026 Wolf Supermoon, the last of four consecutive supermoons, dazzled skywatchers last night. Discover what made this celestial event special and when to catch the next one.
Tonight’s Supermoon & Quadrantid Meteor Shower Double Feature
Catch tonight’s Jan 3 supermoon and the Quadrantid meteor shower in a cosmic double feature—no telescope needed!
Asteroid Named After Botanist Kuang Tingyun
An asteroid has been named after Chinese botanist Kuang Tingyun, honoring her pioneering photosynthesis research, approved by the IAU before Monday’s ceremony.
Why the Geminids Meteor Shower Never Disappoints
Discover why the Geminids meteor shower, one of the Northern Hemisphere’s big three, lights up December skies with up to 150 meteors per hour. 🌠✨
Geminid Meteor Shower Peaks Tonight in Mid-December Sky
The Geminid meteor shower peaks tonight (Dec 14, 2025), offering up to 150 meteors per hour. Explore viewing tips and get ready for the next shower in January!
Geminid Meteor Shower Peaks Tonight: Winter’s Ultimate Sky Show
The Geminid meteor shower peaks tonight (Dec 14) into tomorrow morning with bright fireballs and slow, whitish meteors. Find a dark sky and make a wish!
December’s Cold Moon: Last Supermoon of 2025 Lights Up the Sky
December’s ‘Cold Moon’ was the last supermoon of 2025, peaking at 7:14 a.m. Beijing Time on Dec 5. Discover how to catch this cosmic highlight!
2025’s Last Supermoon Lights Up the Night Sky
On December 4, skywatchers worldwide enjoyed 2025’s final supermoon, appearing up to 14% larger and 30% brighter than usual. Discover the cosmic show.
Cold Moon: 2025’s Last Supermoon Lights Up the Sky
Catch the Cold Moon, 2025’s final supermoon! Learn why perigee makes this full moon look so big and why it’s the second-largest of the year.
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