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Hubble discovered a white dwarf planet devouring a Pluto-like object, revealing debris rich in water and nitrogen.

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By studying the chemical composition of an odd, dying star, astronomers discovered that it had been feasting on what used to ...

Take an inside look at NGC 7456, a spiral galaxy that showcases energetic light, dark dust lanes, and the beauty of newborn ...

Telescopes on the National Mall tonight will give people a chance to see the stars and experience the largest astronomy outreach event in the United States.

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