Welcome to In the Spotlight, where each month we shine a light on something exciting, timely, or simply fascinating from the world of science.

In honor of Global Astronomy Month, we’re exploring the science of space. Learn how astronomy connects us through curiosity, discovery, and a shared wonder for what lies beyond.

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Updates every hour. Last Updated: 28-Jul-2025 16:11 ET (28-Jul-2025 20:11 GMT/UTC)

14-Jul-2025

The dark side of time

Weizmann Institute of Science
Peer-Reviewed Publication
13-Jul-2025

LIGO-Virgo-KAGRA detect most massive black hole merger to date

California Institute of Technology
Reports and Proceedings
11-Jul-2025

Newly discovered interstellar object 'may be oldest comet ever seen'

Royal Astronomical Society
Reports and Proceedings