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Scientists think the strange orbits of stars near the Milky Way's supermassive black hole, Sagittarius A*, might be due to a past collision.
Recent astronomical observations have confirmed that the Andromeda Galaxy is on a collision course with our Milky Way, signaling the beginning of an epic cosmic event. Located 2.5 million light ...
New research suggests that the Milky Way should be surrounded by as many as 100 undetected tiny and faint "orphan" galaxy companions.
There could be many more satellite galaxies orbiting the Milky Way than previously thought or observed, according to astronomers.
New supercomputer simulations suggest the Milky Way could be surrounded by dozens more faint, undetected satellite galaxies—up to 100 more than we currently know. These elusive "orphan&quot ...
The Milky Way could have many more satellite galaxies than scientists have previously been able to predict or observe, according to new research.
By studying what makes the Milky Way unique, astronomers are hoping to understand our galaxy’s past and unravel the mystery of dark matter.
"The best time to see the Milky Way in (Massachusetts) is from March to September," according to the Capture the Atlas website.
Arizona is an ideal spot to see the Milky Way thanks to its numerous dark-sky places. Here's the best time to see - and photograph - the Milky Way.
When Is the Best Time to See the Milky Way? You can technically see a portion of the Milky Way all year, but you can’t always admire the photogenic core.
When Is the Best Time to See the Milky Way? You can technically see a portion of the Milky Way all year, but you can’t always admire the photogenic core.
The Milky Way's core will be visible this month and through August. Here's what Tennessee stargazers should know.