Astrum Space
Astrum
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How big is the Solar System? What actually orbits our Sun? Why should I even be interested in space? we'll answer these and a whole host of other questions. We will have a series dedicated to each of our planets and showcase beautiful images and videos captured by probes and spacecraft of our amazing Solar System.
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Should Pluto Be a Planet Again?
Will Pluto ever be a planet again? This supercut explores our favourite dwarf planet: Pluto. We’ll discover why its planetary status really got revoked, take a closer look at what’s hiding under the surface, and…
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This Gravity Explanation Will Make You Question the Entire Universe
This compilation brings together Astrum’s best content on one of the universe’s biggest mysteries: gravity. We’ll dive into some mind-bending concepts: how gravity is actually just mass warping the fabric of spacetime,…
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This Moon Collision Did Something Crazy on Earth
Our Moon is covered with scars, but one is more recognisable than any other: Tycho. Formed in a violent impact that sent debris flying toward Earth, this iconic crater holds clues to the Moon’s hidden secrets. In this…
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The Giant Creatures Lurking Deep in the Ocean | Astrum Earth
Earth’s deepest oceans are full of real-life monsters: colossal squids, crabs the size of cars, and sharks with catapulting jaws. In this video, we’re exploring the giants of the deep sea. Find out what scientists have…
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The Universe’s Structure Doesn’t Make Sense
This compilation dives into the biggest mysteries in the universe: dark matter and dark energy. Discover the cosmic web holding our universe together, how it's evolving, and what it’s actually made of. ▀▀▀▀▀▀ Astrum's…
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Sagittarius A* Might Not Be a Black Hole
A new theory is challenging everything we know about Sagittarius A*, the supermassive object at the heart of our galaxy. For decades, physicists have been certain it’s a black hole. They have observed its effects and…
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These Orbits Are Not Normal
This compilation explores the weirdest orbits that could ever exist. We’ll explore backwards-orbiting Moons, strange orbits at the outer edge of our Solar System, and theorise how planets could exist with multiple…
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3I/ATLAS Just Did the Strangest Thing Yet
3I/ATLAS is leaving the Solar System. Having flown past Jupiter and now rapidly receding into deep space, the interstellar object has scientists scrambling to make final observations before it is out of reach forever.…
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A Super El Niño Is Coming in 2026 | Astrum Earth
El Niño is coming, and it’s predicted to be stronger than ever. This year, scientists predict a “Super El Niño” - the most powerful ever recorded. And the data says it could emerge by August. What would a super El…
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How Big Is the Biggest Star in the Universe?
This compilation features some of the weirdest stars in the universe. We’ll investigate Betelgeuse’s impending implosion, why Polaris defies our measurements, and reveal the largest stellar monsters ever discovered.…
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The Technology That Could Make Sci-Fi a Reality
The future of space travel might be closer than you think. Could we actually unlock interstellar travel, or is it destined to stay in science fiction? What technology will actually get us there? In this video, we’re…
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The Truth About the First Moon Landing
How did Apollo 11 really get to the Moon?In the first video of our exclusive Mission Profile series here on Astrum Extra, we’re deconstructing the mission that defined an era: Apollo 11. The story is so epic, we’re…
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What Apollo 11 Really Found on the Moon | Part 2
This is Part 2 - our second Astrum Extra exclusive, continuing the story of the Apollo 11 mission. We’ll explore humanity’s first steps on the Moon, the experiments they did on the surface, and how they made it back to…
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What Artemis 2 Discovered on the Dark Side of the Moon
Artemis 2 made it around the Moon, taking the crew further from Earth than any human had ever gone before. Now that the astronauts are safely back on Earth, we’re breaking down what happened on the 10-day voyage, and…
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What's Hidden Under the Amazon Rainforest? | Astrum Earth
The Amazon was one of the least explored frontiers on Earth… until now. Scientists are scanning the rainforest with advanced LiDAR technology to reveal lost structures hidden below the canopy for centuries. Could they…
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The Most Extreme Spinning Objects in the Universe
This compilation might make you dizzy. From black holes dragging spacetime as they spin, super-fast spinning pulsars, and even entire galaxies - join us as we explore and explain the most extreme spins in the cosmos.…
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The Real Proof of Water on Mars
This supercut explores the search for water on Mars. Recent discoveries have allowed scientists to build up a picture of an ancient world shaped by rivers, lakes, oceans, and rain. But what has each rover actually…
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JWST’s Stunning Discoveries Across the Universe
This compilation explores the James Webb Space Telescope’s latest breakthroughs and most spectacular imagery. From breathtaking views of our solar system’s planets, violent comet outbursts, and mind-bending discoveries…
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JWST Spotted Mysterious Red Dots at the Edge of the Universe
Mysterious red dots have been spotted all over the early Universe. A series of little red dots is shattering our understanding of how the Universe began. These bizarre, glowing dots are far too massive and bright for…
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The Biggest Snake to Ever Stalk the Earth | Titanoboa | Astrum Earth
Titanoboa was more terrifying than we imagined. The largest snake to have ever existed on Earth. On a planet recovering from the dinosaurs, this behemoth took the stage as the ultimate apex predator. In this video,…
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Paradoxes That Push the Limits of Reality
This compilation explores the mind-bending concepts in physics that seem to break reality. Are space and time just an illusion? Can you travel in time? And what is the real shape of the Universe? Astrum's newsletter…
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NASA's Surprising Discovery Inside Mimas
How did we get Mimas so wrong? We used to think Mimas was a dead world, famous only for the massive crater that gives the moon an uncanny resemblance to the Death Star. But in 2024, scientists discovered a secret…
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How Many Moons Does Earth Have?
In this compilation, we explore the mysteries of Earth’s Moon(s). What is the Moon hiding? From strange discoveries on the lunar surface to the "mini-moons" you never knew existed, Earth’s orbit is full of surprises.…
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We're Close to Harnessing the Power of a Star
Can we harness the power of a star on Earth? In this video, we’re diving deep into the heart of the Sun to understand nuclear fusion. How are scientists trying to harness the fusion power of a star to produce energy…
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The Science Fact You've Been Taught for Years Is a Lie | Astrum Earth
Were we wrong about the 'wood wide web'? Trees can talk to each other. Or so the headlines claimed. The discovery of the 'wood wide web' triggered a media frenzy, changing everything we thought we knew about trees. But…
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Have We Just Seen Dark Matter For the First Time?
Scientists may have just detected dark matter for the first time ever. Dark matter is dark. Invisible. Impossible to see. Or is it? Scientists may have just observed a direct signal from dark matter for the first time…
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Apollo 11: The Complete Story | Part 1
Apollo 11 almost failed. How did the crew beat the odds to land on the Moon?In this new Astrum Extra exclusive, we’re deconstructing the mission that defined an era. We’ll dive deep into the near-disasters, the…
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JWST's Verdict on TRAPPIST-1 Is Finally In
Could there be life in the TRAPPIST-1 system? This star system is home to our best candidates for Earth 2.0, containing seven Earth-like exoplanets orbiting within the star’s habitable zone. What have we discovered on…
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The Uncomfortable Truth About AI in Space
A compilation of Astrum exploring AI in space exploration and astronomy. We’ll dig into the good, the bad, and the hard facts. How is AI helping us to make new discoveries? And what areas still need a human touch?…
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What Does Lightning Sound Like on Mars?
We’ve detected lightning on Mars for the first time. NASA’s Perseverance rover has just heard an unexpected sound - evidence of something never seen before on Mars: lightning. In this video, we’ll find out how decoding…
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The Deadliest Part of the Pacific Ocean | Astrum Earth
The Bermuda Triangle has an evil twin. Forget the Bermuda Triangle… its far deadlier twin is waiting in the Pacific Ocean. Known as the Dragon’s Triangle, this graveyard of ships has baffled explorers for centuries.…
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What Would Alien Life Look Like?
This compilation explores alien life, and attempts to answer the big questions: How might complex life evolve on other planets? Could aliens be just like us? If we want to find them, what should we look for? And could…
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Does Enceladus’ Ocean Actually Contain Life?
Could there really be life on Enceladus? Enceladus’ ocean is far more active than we thought. New images from the James Webb Space Telescope revealed the largest plume ever seen erupting from the tiny moon’s frozen…
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The Real Reason We’re Racing to the Moon Again
This compilation of videos explores the modern space race. Who are the key players? And why do we really want to go back to the Moon? ▀▀▀▀▀▀ Astrum's newsletter has launched! Want to know what's happening in space?…
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Is Artemis II Finally Launching?
Why is it so hard to return to the Moon? NASA’s Artemis II was scheduled for launch in February this year, but due to countless glitches and delays, the spacecraft has been firmly stuck on the launchpad. In this video,…
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The Tornado That Changed Science | El Reno | Astrum Earth
This is the biggest tornado ever recorded. How did the world’s biggest tornado manage to catch the world’s experts completely off guard? The 2013 El Reno tornado came out of nowhere, broke the scales, and changed the…
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We Found the Most Powerful Object In the Universe
Scientists are hunting for PeVatrons, the most powerful objects in the Universe. For decades, we’ve been detecting super high energy cosmic rays from deep space, but we have no idea where they come from. These…
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The Most Violent Storms Our Solar System Has Ever Seen
In this compilation, we’re exploring the most violent storms ever recorded. From planet-sized dust storms on Mars, to permanent polar vortices on Saturn’s moon of Titan, and colossal solar eruptions that have the…
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What NASA Found Below Jupiter's Clouds
This supercut explores NASA’s Juno mission to Jupiter. We'll uncover what Juno has discovered on Jupiter and its moons during its 15 years of exploration, and discuss the latest news about the mission. Has Juno reached…
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Black Holes Keep Getting Stranger
This is a compilation of the best content about black holes. These mind-bending objects continually push the limits of physics, defying our fundamental understanding of the Universe. Find out why they remain the…
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What If an Antimatter Meteor Hit the Earth?
What if Earth were hit by an antimatter meteor? In this video, we’re exploring a terrifying hypothetical scenario. Could a meteor made of antimatter exist? And would Earth survive an impact? ▀▀▀▀▀▀ Astrum's…
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The Hidden Structures Discovered Beneath Antarctica | Astrum Earth
What’s hiding under Antarctica’s ice? In this video, we’re exploring Antarctica, a region we know less about than any other planet surface in the inner solar system. But now, that’s changing. Scientists have uncovered…
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The Weirdest Phenomena Ever Seen on Earth
This compilation uncovers the strangest phenomena on Earth, captured in rare footage from the ground and from orbit. We’ll delve into the science behind the rarest types of lightning ever witnessed, bizarre cloud…
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We've Never Seen a Supernova Explode Until Now
We’ve finally seen a star exploding in real time. For the first time, we have a front-row seat to one of the most violent events in the universe: a supernova. But there’s a catch - the shape of the explosion was not…
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La Niña Is Doing Something It Shouldn't
La Niña isn’t doing what it’s supposed to. El Niño and La Niña. The two extremes of Earth’s global weather cycle. For thousands of years, the oscillation followed a steady rhythm… until 2025. This time, La Niña is…
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What They Found In These Rock Samples From Space
This compilation explores the incredible sample return missions that have collected pieces of asteroids and comets, and brought them back to Earth. What did they find?▀▀▀▀▀▀ Astrum's newsletter has launched! Want to…
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What's the Hottest Place In the Universe?
This compilation explores the hottest places in the cosmos. Journey through the superheated heart of a Quasar, the brightest explosion of all time, the blazing interior of the Sun, and the scorching surfaces of the…
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Why NASA Is Looking at Uranus Right Now
New discoveries about Uranus reveal something surprising hidden inside its core. A rare alignment is approaching, offering a fresh opportunity to study Uranus. Although only visited once by Voyager 2, cutting-edge…
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Have We Found the Oldest Galaxy In the Universe?
In this Astrum Supercut, we're heading back to the birth of the universe. With telescopes like JWST, we’re now able to peer back to the beginning of time to witness the very first galaxies ever to form. But the deeper…
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We Found a Giant Structure In Space and We Don’t Know What It Is
This Astrum compilation explores the mysterious and baffling structures astronomers have found in space. From massive megastructures to ghostly spectres following our planet, we explore the cosmic structures that defy…
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