NASA is closely tracking asteroid Apophis, a massive Near-Earth Object that could cause widespread destruction if it collides ...

When Apophis was discovered in 2004, initial calculations indicated that it could approach Earth with a risk of collision.

The asteroid Apophis, nicknamed the "God of Chaos," is set to pass by Earth on November 13th. While scientists assure it ...

According to new research, Apophis's brief interaction with Earth’s gravity could unleash tremors and landslides on the ...

In June 2018, Japan's Hayabusa 2 mission reached asteroid 162173 Ryugu. It studied the asteroid for about 15 months, ...

Washington: The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has issued an alert for November 13 as asteroid 99942 ...

NASA is closely monitoring asteroid 99942 Apophis, nicknamed the ‘God of Chaos,’ as it makes a close pass by Earth today.

These astroquakes could trigger strong tremors on the asteroid’s surface, altering its structure and trajectory. Though space ...

It's here to stay, or at least until Thanksgiving week. But it's not a moon. In fact, it's an asteroid named 2024 PT5. It entered Earth's orbit on Sept. 29 and will be taking up residency in our ...

Tiny grains from asteroid Ryugu are revealing clues to the magnetic forces that shaped the far reaches of the solar system over 4.6 billion years ago. The findings suggest the distal solar system ...

Size and structure of Apophis Determining the exact size and shape ... Its shortest axis measures about 170 metres. The ...

The planetary defense mission would study Apophis' composition, structure and how the tidal forces of Earth affect the asteroid and its cohesion. The mission is not completely approved and funded ...