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Astronomers capture the birth of planets around a baby sun

Dr AF Saeed Dr AF Saeed 20th July 2025

Astronomers have discovered the earliest seeds of rocky planets forming in the gas around a baby sun-like star, providing a precious peek into the dawn of our own solar system. Summary Astronomers have observed the Read More

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A Solar System Is Born: Planet-Forming “Pebbles” Detected Around Two

Dr AF Saeed Dr AF Saeed 12th July 2025

Centimeter-sized pebbles have been detected in protoplanetary discs using e‑MERLIN, filling in a critical phase of planet formation. These findings point toward the birthplaces of future planetary systems. A new window into the early Read More

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A 7-Billion-Year-Old Ice Ball Just Entered Our Solar System –

Dr AF Saeed Dr AF Saeed 12th July 2025

A mysterious, ice-rich comet named 3I/ATLAS has entered our solar system — and it may be the oldest comet ever observed. Estimated to be over 7 billion years old, this interstellar visitor likely originated from the Read More

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Europe’s Solar Dreams Clouded by Saharan Dust Storms

Dr AF Saeed Dr AF Saeed 4th July 2025

Dust from the Sahara is threatening Europe’s solar energy plans by blocking sunlight and confusing prediction models. As Europe increasingly turns to solar power to achieve its climate goals and strengthen energy security, a Read More