Science and Exploration

Milky Way

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The Milky Way galaxy's spiral arms stretching across the cosmos, with faint gravitational wave patterns subtly integrated into the view.
Space & Astronomy

Scientists Map Galaxy's Spin; Gravitational Waves to Deepen View

Our galaxy's rotation curve now extends to an unprecedented 200 kiloparsecs, mapping its intricate dynamics far beyond the solar system.

Dr. Elena Ortiz·June 15, 2026
An artist's impression of an ancient supernova remnant glowing brightly in the dense, chaotic environment of the Milky Way's galactic center, as observed by NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory.
Space & Astronomy

NASA Chandra spots ancient supernova remnant in galactic center

In the heart of our galaxy, a region so dense it usually hides its ancient past, astronomers may have just found the ghostly remains of a supernova that exploded 10,000 years ago.

Mateo Rojas·June 12, 2026