The risk of a cosmic body striking the Earth—or exploding in the atmosphere—may be higher in 2032 and 2036, researchers have ...

Recent research indicates that larger objects in the Taurid stream could pose a greater threat in 2032 and 2036, potentially ...

If the hypothetical Taurid resonant swarm does occur, it will make a close flyby of Earth in 2032 and 2036. During those ...

Every year, the Taurid meteor shower lights up the night sky from late October through early November. Sometimes called the ...

The Taurid meteor shower, born from Comet Encke, delights skywatchers but may conceal hidden risks. Research led by Mark Boslough examines potential Taurid swarms that could increase impact danger in ...

Debris from Comet Encke creates two annual meteor showers, but it might also pose a small risk to Earth. Scientists are ...

An autumn meteor shower yearly responsible for “Halloween fireballs” may pose a small impact threat to Earth. What is the ...

Astronomers are watching the Taurid Resonant Swarm. This debris field could bring bright meteors and potentially destructive ...

This year’s “Halloween fireballs” are stunning to watch, but scientists say they may carry a warning from space.

Astronomers have created the most detailed low-frequency map of the Milky Way, revealing otherwise hidden stars and ...

Eugene Shoemaker, the founder of astrogeology, dedicated his life to understanding planetary formation through impacts. His ...