NASA's Parker Solar Probe is making history again. On December 24, the spacecraft will plunge into the sun's outer atmosphere, known as the corona, pushing scientific boundaries further than ever before.
Launched in 2018, the probe has been inching closer to the sun using Venus's gravitational pull to fine-tune its orbit. It will now soar within 3.8 million miles of the sun's surface, enduring scorching temperatures of up to 1,800 degrees Fahrenheit while hurtling at speeds of 430,000 mph.
NASA explains that the probe's success lies in its advanced heat shield, which keeps its instruments at room temperature despite the sun's extreme heat. This technology allows the spacecraft to capture unprecedented data about solar activity.
As the sun enters its Solar Maximum phase, marked by intense solar flares and coronal mass ejections, the probe’s close proximity enables scientists to observe these explosive events in their raw form. These observations help researchers understand the sun’s dynamic behavior and its impact on the solar system.
The probe's earlier achievements include revealing the sun’s atmospheric boundaries and capturing close-up images of solar phenomena. NASA officials have expressed confidence in the spacecraft's resilience, though confirmation of its health post-flyby won’t come until Friday.
As Parker journeys deeper into uncharted territory, it promises to shed light on the mysteries of our solar system, marking a significant leap forward in our understanding of the cosmos.
NASA's asteroid samples have revealed organic compounds, including amino acids and nucleobases. Scientists say these findings are proof that asteroids may have helped seed early Earth.
The nebula in the Large Magellanic Cloud is home to some of the most massive stars ever observed.
On January 16th, Mars will reach a rare opposition, making it 900 times brighter than the faintest visible star. It will appear larger and brighter, providing perfect opportunities for observation with the naked eye or a telescope
NASA’s Parker Solar Probe has reached a groundbreaking milestone, becoming the closest any spacecraft has ever flown to the Sun, unlocking new insights into the star's mysteries.
NASA's Parker Solar Probe made history on December 24, flying within 6.1 million km of the sun’s surface, the closest any human-made object has ever been.
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Newly released air traffic control (ATC) audio recordings provide an eerie and detailed account of the tragic midair collision between an American Airlines regional jet and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter over the Potomac River on January 29, 2025.
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Protests erupted in Berlin against the far-right coincided with an AfD campaign event in Halle, as tensions rise over potential CDU-AfD coalition talks ahead of next month’s elections.
Tragedy struck near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport as a regional jet collided with a U.S. Army helicopter, claiming 67 lives. The harrowing incident echoes the infamous 1982 Air Florida crash, reigniting fears over aviation safety.
Corneille Nangaa, leader of the Congo River Alliance (AFC) rebel coalition, has vowed to maintain control of Goma and continue their march towards the capital, Kinshasa, after capturing the strategic eastern city on January 30.
President Trump's pick for FBI Director, Kash Patel, faced tough questions during his confirmation hearing, particularly over his views on the 2020 election.
Newly released air traffic control (ATC) audio recordings provide an eerie and detailed account of the tragic midair collision between an American Airlines regional jet and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter over the Potomac River on January 29, 2025.
Red Cross buses carrying 110 Palestinian prisoners arrived in the West Bank city of Ramallah on Thursday (January 30) as part of a phased agreement that ended over 15 months of conflict.
Tragedy struck near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport as a regional jet collided with a U.S. Army helicopter, claiming 67 lives. The harrowing incident echoes the infamous 1982 Air Florida crash, reigniting fears over aviation safety.
Corneille Nangaa, leader of the Congo River Alliance (AFC) rebel coalition, has vowed to maintain control of Goma and continue their march towards the capital, Kinshasa, after capturing the strategic eastern city on January 30.
President Trump's pick for FBI Director, Kash Patel, faced tough questions during his confirmation hearing, particularly over his views on the 2020 election.
Newly released air traffic control (ATC) audio recordings provide an eerie and detailed account of the tragic midair collision between an American Airlines regional jet and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter over the Potomac River on January 29, 2025.
Red Cross buses carrying 110 Palestinian prisoners arrived in the West Bank city of Ramallah on Thursday (January 30) as part of a phased agreement that ended over 15 months of conflict.
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