The Rock That Will Brush Our Sky: Apophis and the 2029 Close Call
On April 13, 2029, asteroid Apophis will skim closer than our satellites. Learn its history, orbit, and why it's both awe and apocalypse.
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Milkdromeda? Not So Fast: Why the Milky Way-Andromeda Crash Might Never Happen
Andromeda is on a collision course with the Milky Way galaxy. The resulting 'Milkdromeda' will be an elliptical super galaxy; or will it?
ExploreThanksgiving Origins & Traditions: History Behind the Holiday
Thanksgiving: a day to express gratitude for loved ones and our life's blessings, despite historical shadows. Let's see it in a positive light.
ExploreWhy Do We Have So Many Counties In America?
America has 3,000 counties because early government had to be reachable by horse. Courthouses multiplied as communities grew, leaving a map frozen in history.
Explore50 Amazing Facts that will blow your mind
Fifty facts that will blow your mind. Some of these facts correct other 'facts' floating around the internet. Let's start this off with unicorns. Did you know?
ExploreThe Remarkable Cannibalized Neanderthals of El Sidrón
The remains of 13 Neanderthals were found in Spain's El Sidron cave that revealed evidence of prehistoric cannibalism, originally mistaken for soldiers.
ExploreSearching for Dangerous Asteroids: Protecting Earth from Space Threats
Astronomers are actively searching for Earthbound asteroids every day. These are asteroids on a trajectory that could potentially collide with Earth.
ExploreWhy Is 18 Considered the Age of Adulthood in America?
For most of history, adulthood began at 21... not 18. Find out why that changed and why 21 is still the legal age for things like drinking.
ExploreIs Planet 9 Real? Uncovering the Mystery of the Solar System's Hidden Giant
Evidence for Planet 9 includes unusual Kuiper Belt orbits, Sedna's path, and solar tilt. It could be a massive planet or a primordial black hole.
ExploreHistory is Stellar
The story of humanity is written in the stars and across time. From ancient civilizations to the vast reaches of space, every moment leaves its mark, shaping our understanding of the past and the universe beyond.
At Stellar History, I bring these stories to life by blending history and astronomy into engaging, easy-to-enjoy reads. Whether uncovering the lessons of history or exploring the wonders of the cosmos, each article is crafted to entertain, inform, and inspire.
Welcome to Stellar History, where history meets the stars.