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• Spacecraft's impact changed asteroid's orbit around the sun in a save-the-Earth test, study finds

  March 6, 2026 5:30 PM

  CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — An asteroid that NASA used for target practice a few years ago was nudged into a slightly different route around the sun, findings that could help divert a future incoming killer space rock, scientists reported Friday. It’s the first time that a celestial body’s orbit... more »

• A comet will be visible in capital area skies, won't be seen again for 80,000 years Play Video

  October 3, 2024 7:40 PM

  The capital region will have an opportunity to see an uncommon astronomical sight this month. A comet will be visible in the night sky. Keep reading to find out when it can be seen in the Baton Rouge area. On January 9, 2023, something orbiting the Sun was discovered... more »

• The science behind leap days: what would happen if they didn't exist Play Video

  February 29, 2024 6:44 PM

  This year, we find an extra date on our calendars – February 29. Although we tack on another day to winter, the added leap day ensures we don’t see winter shifting around on the calendar. We define one year as 365 days. This is almost consistent with the time... more »