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Echoes from the Big Bang suggest Earth is trapped inside a giant cosmic void, scientists claim
Astronomers claim to have found new evidence supporting a controversial observation that our galaxy is residing in an unusually sparse region in space. If it's correct, it could rewrite cosmology.
Scientists discover rare planet at the edge of the Milky Way using space-time phenomenon predicted by Einstein
Using gravitational microlensing, scientists have discovered a rare, large planet at the edge of the Milky Way. The planet is only the third to be found on the outskirts of our galaxy's dense central bulge.
How to see the Milky Way at its best in June
"Core season" for the Milky Way has arrived, with our galaxy visible all night as a band of light arching across the sky. Here's where, when, and how to get the best views in June.
Catastrophic collision between Milky Way and Andromeda galaxies may not happen after all, new study hints
Astronomers have long predicted that a collision between our galaxy and nearby Andromeda could be inevitable, but new calculations suggest this may be an over exaggeration.
New dwarf planet discovered beyond the orbit of Neptune
Astronomers have announced the discovery of a new dwarf planet in our solar system, named 2017 OF201. Located far beyond Neptune, it orbits the sun every 25,000 years.
See the best Milky Way photos of the year
Mind-boggling beauty abounds in photographs from around the globe submitted to this year's Milky Way Photographer of the Year contest.
The rarest black holes in the universe may be 'wandering' our galaxy
Dozens of 'wandering' black holes could be tumbling through our galaxy right now, new simulations hint. Their existence could help solve a longstanding cosmic puzzle.
May's best stargazing week has begun. Here's what to see.
This week is the best time in May to view the night sky. Here's everything you can see during May's dark skies, from an upside-down bear to some of the oldest stars in the universe.
