Planetary Defense
Study highlights taurid meteor swarm risks for 2032 and 2036
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A new study warns that the Taurid meteor shower, famous for its Halloween fireballs, may carry hidden dangers from a potential debris swarm. Led by researcher Mark Boslough, the research examines increased impact risks from near-Earth objects in 2032 and 2036. Scientists urge targeted observations to assess and mitigate these threats.
Asteroid 2025 QV9 Approaches Earth Safely
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NASA is tracking asteroid 2025 QV9, a 100-foot object moving at over 10,000 mph, set to pass Earth on September 10, 2025, with no risk of impact. While some reports raise alarms, official data confirms a safe distance. This event highlights ongoing planetary defense efforts.
Gaia mission reveals causes of tumbling asteroids
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Scientists using data from the European Space Agency's Gaia mission have explained why some asteroids tumble chaotically while others spin steadily, linking it to collision frequency. The findings, presented at the EPSC-DPS2025 Joint Meeting in Helsinki, show a gap in rotation speeds that divides asteroid populations and indicates most are loose rubble piles. This could improve strategies for deflecting hazardous asteroids.