Supernova
A nearby exploding star could wipe out life on Earth. But there's one thing that might save us
How devastating would a supernova explosion be if it were too close to Earth, and could our planet's magnetic field stifle the blast?
JWST finds a doomed star just before it explodes. Here's why the discovery’s a huge breakthrough
Supernova remnant SNR 0509-67.5 double detonation
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Could Betelgeuse supernova cause extinction on Earth? Two ancient star explosions may have done just that
Antarctic snow could tell us whether exploding stars are raining cosmic material onto Earth
The signature of exploding stars within the interstellar medium could be hidden in Antarctic snow. This is exactly what one team of scientists is hoping to find.
When Betelgeuse goes supernova, will it be dangerous to observe through a telescope?
How bright will Betelgeuse be when it goes supernova, and would it be safe to observe through a telescope?
"We used the James Webb Space Telescope to solve a 40-year supernova mystery. This is how we did it."
Olivia Jones tells us how she used JWST to end the 40-year hunt for the heart of a supernova.
Webb discovers record-breaking exploded stars that existed when the Universe was in its infancy
What is a supernova? A complete guide to exploding stars and how astronomers observe them
What is a supernova? We explore what the Universe’s most sudden – and violent – events can tell us.
Telescopes capture supernova explosion that was visible to our ancestors in the night sky in the year 1181
Supernova SN 1181 was visible in the sky 800 years ago.
How close would a supernova have to be to affect life on Earth? Should we be worried?
Could an exploding star have a devastating effect on planet Earth and its inhabitants?
Strange, rare stellar duo could be the remnants of two dead stars, destined to collide in a supernova explosion
An unusual binary could be the ‘before’ shot of a supernova.
Is Earth in danger if Betelgeuse goes supernova?
Red giant star Betelgeuse, could go supernova relatively soon. Are we in danger? Patrick Moore weighs up the risk in this archive article.
Why do some galaxies have more supernovae than others?
While the Milky Way hasn’t had a supernova in 400 years, other galaxies are bursting with them. Why is this, and why are supernovae important?
Dark energy, the strange force driving the Universe apart, may be changing with time, say astronomers
The find comes from the largest sample of supernovae ever detected by a single telescope
The Puppis A supernova remnant may have a hidden companion star
A companion could be responsible for Puppis A’s overlapping rings,
Webb Telescope captures remnants of exploded star in brand new image
Cassiopeia A is one of the most famous supernova remnants. Now, the James Webb Space Telescope has taken its turn to study Cassiopeia A.
Webb captures new image of Supernova 1987A, revealing never-before-seen structures
An exploded star first seen four decades ago is revealed in new infrared light by JWST.
Webb discovery suggests exploding stars supplied dust to the early Universe
Supernovae could have provided a building block for the formation of planets, according to new observations of the Fireworks Galaxy.
Betelgeuse brightens by 50 percent - will it go supernova?
The star brightened over May and June 2023, leading may to question if a supernova might be imminent.
Radio Astronomy Podcast | The science of exploding stars
In the latest episode of the Radio Astronomy podcast, astronomer Or Graur discusses how supernovae can reveal the secrets of the Universe.
6 women who changed astronomy and spaceflight
Throughout the history of astronomy and spaceflight women have played a huge role, even though their contributions often go unnoticed.
Eye On The Sky | Hubble traces history of supernova remnant
The exploded remains of a massive star is being studied using the Hubble Space Telescope to reveal the story behind the supernova.
Eye On The Sky | Hubble views a supernova in a spiral galaxy
An exploding star has been spotted by the Hubble Space Telescope in a galaxy 70 million lightyears away.