The Orion Nebula, a nursery for new stars, is showcased in this breathtaking image, with young stars and protostars shining ...

approximately 6,500 light-years into the Eagle Nebula (Messier 16). Apart from their jaw-dropping resemblance to towering rock formations, the Pillars of Creation are translucent and mostly made of ...

James Webb’s latest images of the Pillars of Creation reveal stunning details, but astronomers suspect these cosmic towers ...

The Universe is full of dust, and a striking new image from the Hubble Space Telescope highlights just how important it is.

From vivid nebulae to a comprehensive view of our evolving universe, check out these 7 amazing deep-field images captured by ...

a bright star within the star-forming nebula N79 appears to burst forth through a web of cooler gas and dust in this image taken by the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST). Located in the Large ...

For example, this gorgeous 2014 Hubble composite of the Pillars of Creation, a star-forming region within the Eagle Nebula.

Nebulae are captivating cosmic structures, acting as star nurseries, showcasing beauty through NASA's stunning images of ...

It’s hard to pick a favorite, but a fresh look at the M16 Eagle Nebula is a highlight ... The Cat's Paw Nebula is a star-forming region that resembles a feline foot. Chandra also captured ...

The Tarantula Nebula is a star formation region in the Large Magellanic Cloud (LMC). Tarantula is about 160,000 light-years away and is highly luminous for a non-stellar object. It's the brightest ...

Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Jamie Carter is an award-winning reporter who covers the night sky. This composite image shows the star-forming region 30 Doradus, also ...