How Many Stars Are There in the Universe?

At first glance when you see the title of this article, you are surely tempted to say that it’s impossible to say for sure how many stars are there in the entire Universe. Well, that’s indeed true, but it doesn’t…
If Aliens Exist, Why Aren’t They Here Yet?

Since the dawn of civilization, wise men began to wonder if there are other worlds out there in the vastness of space where other beings similar to us exist. As human understanding and science progressed, humanity has become able to…
Strange Black Hole Phenomenon Spits Out Star Remains

After observing black holes participating in tidal disruption events (TDEs) for a considerable amount of time, astronomers came up with an astounding finding. It would appear that as many as fifty percent of the black holes that consume stars will,…
How Dying Stars Shake the Fabric of Spacetime

We often think about time and space as two completely different aspects of our physical reality. But from a scientific standpoint, as one of Albert Einstein when he stipulated his famous theory of general relativity, time and space can be…
Newfound FRBs Defy Astronomers’ Expectations

Astronomers are fascinated by fast radio bursts (FRBs) because they are still a mystery and provide an opportunity for new discoveries in the field of astrophysics. FRBs are brief, intense bursts of radio emission from deep space that last only…
Astronomers Shed Light on Unusually Bright Star

Some stars in the Universe are like those overly confident kids at school; they just have to shine brighter than everyone else. They’re the ones with fancy designer clothes, the latest gadgets, and the perfect hair. They’re the ones who…