Hubble

Hubble finds a planet forming in an unusual way

This discovery supports a long-debated theory for how planets like Jupiter form, called "disk instability."

Hubble snaps a finely detailed image of the eye of a colorful galaxy

This multicolor image of NGC 1097 is composed of images using seven different filters in total.

Hubble snaps two galaxies that appear to overlap

A not-so-close encounter.

Hubble showcases a peculiar pair of galaxies

The image contains data from three separate Hubble observing proposals.

Hubble captured a space triangle

A spectacular head-on collision between two galaxies creates an unusual space triangle.

Hubble snaps swirling galactic trio

It appears to be a triple galaxy merger in progress.

Hubble captures a cosmic interaction

It is rare to capture an image of two galaxies interacting in such a visibly dynamic way.

Planets losing their puffy atmosphere and transforming into super-Earths

Worlds around other stars can change their classification.

Hubble spots a black hole triggering star formation in a dwarf galaxy

Detailed evidence from Hubble shows a black hole in a new light.

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