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Astronomers using JWST have discovered LAP2, a tiny star-forming complex magnified by Abell 2744. With extremely low metallicity and a size under 33 light years, it provides rare insight into conditions resembling the early universe, offering clues about how the first stars formed and enriched galaxies with heavier elements

In 2024, NASA’s Perseverance rover captured the first green aurora on Mars. Now scientists can forecast these rare events by tracking powerful solar storms. Beyond their glow, auroras signal radiation that could endanger astronauts. This breakthrough forecasting method is crucial for protecting future human explorers on the Red Planet.

The Google Pixel 10 price in India is set at Rs. 79,999, marking the entry point for the new Pixels this year. Despite massive upgrades like a dedicated telephoto camera along with new AI features onboard, the Pixel 10 manages to match Pixel 9 pricing at launch, which is a good thing. Yes, there are some downsides, such as an underwhelming processor, which can be frustrating when trying to game on the device. But if you’re someone who doesn’t game at all, then the Pixel 10 shouldn’t disappoint you. Read our full review here.

Sony is reportedly planning to host a State of Play livestream next week. The PlayStation parent hasn’t hosted a general State of Play show since June, where it revealed Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls. Insomniac Games could share a new trailer for Marvel’s Wolverine at the next State of Play.

Amazon’s Great Indian Festival Sale 2025 kicks off on September 23, promising major discounts across categories including smartphones, laptops, smart TVs, wearables, and speakers. Billed as the company’s biggest annual event in India, the sale will run for an indefinite period. Notably, deals on Amazon’s Echo devices are already live, giving buyers an early chance to grab smart home products.

Apple on Monday released iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS Tahoe worldwide. First previewed at WWDC 2025, the updates bring Liquid Glass technology, redesigned lockscreen options, feature upgrades, and Apple Intelligence AI tools to compatible devices. Check the compatible devices and how to download the update on iPhone, iPad, or Mac devices.

A Southwest Research Institute study reveals that chasing interstellar comets like 3I/ATLAS is achievable with current rockets and instruments. Such missions could collect data on comet nuclei and comae, providing clues to the formation of other star systems. International collaborations make these rare, high-value missions increasingly realistic.

Sixty million years ago, Iceland’s deep plume fueled massive eruptions across the North Atlantic. Cambridge scientists discovered hidden weak zones in Earth’s crust that funneled the plume’s heat, explaining volcanic fields like the Giant’s Causeway. These ancient scars still shape today’s earthquakes and geothermal energy across Britain and Ireland.

Astronomers have discovered a rogue intermediate-mass black hole speeding through a dwarf galaxy 230 million light-years away. Unlike typical galactic centres, this displaced object is accreting material and blasting out jets, suggesting black holes can grow “offsite”. The finding offers rare evidence of elusive intermediate black holes and may help explain how supermassive black holes expanded rapidly in the early universe.

Astronomers have identified asteroid 2025 PN7 as a possible quasi-moon of Earth, trailing our planet for nearly 70 years. At just 62 feet wide, it is the smallest and least stable quasi-satellite detected so far. Researchers believe advanced observatories like the Vera Rubin Observatory could uncover more hidden companions in Earth-like orbits