Radioactive Stardust From an Ancient Cosmic Blast Is Still Raining on Earth

A sprinkling of radioactive plutonium atoms hidden in the ocean floor may trace back to a cosmic cataclysm more than 100 million years ago.

When Neutron Stars Collide, They Explode Like a Mini Big Bang

In August 2017, humanity observed a wonder. For the first time, we got to see two neutron stars colliding.

Massive space explosion observed creating elements needed for life

Scientists have observed the creation of rare chemical elements in the second-brightest gamma-ray burst ever seen -- casting new light on how heavy elements are made.