How do stars are born, live, and die? What is a galaxy, really? This category unpacks the life of stars and the grand structure of the cosmos—plus the truly mind-bending ideas like black holes, the Big Bang, and dark matter—all without a single equation. Pure awe, plainly explained.
What is a neutron star? Discover how a teaspoon can weigh a billion tons, how these cosmic objects form, and why they're the densest things we know of.
Jun 29, 2026 · 8 min read
Will the universe ever end? Explore the Big Freeze, Big Rip, Big Crunch, and other possible cosmic fates explained simply for beginners—no equations needed.
Jun 29, 2026 · 9 min read
Why are stars different colors? Discover how red, blue, and white reveal a star's temperature—explained in plain, jargon-free language for beginners.
Jun 29, 2026 · 6 min read
Stars twinkle and planets don't—here's the simple reason why, explained without the jargon. It all comes down to our atmosphere and how light reaches your eyes.
Jun 29, 2026 · 5 min read
What does "space-time" actually mean? A clear, jargon-free explanation using everyday analogies—no equations required. Perfect for curious beginners.
Jun 29, 2026 · 8 min read
What is a light-year? Discover how this cosmic distance unit lets you literally see the past every time you look up at the night sky.
Jun 29, 2026 · 6 min read
How do scientists search for alien life? A beginner-friendly tour of exoplanets, biosignatures, SETI, and where we might find life beyond Earth.
Jun 29, 2026 · 8 min read
What is the Milky Way and where are we in it? A clear, jargon-free beginner's tour of our home galaxy, its shape, size, and our place within it.
Jun 29, 2026 · 7 min read
What exactly is a galaxy? A clear, jargon-free guide to what galaxies are, the types that exist, and where the Milky Way fits into the cosmos.
Jun 29, 2026 · 10 min read
Dark matter and dark energy sound alike but do opposite jobs. Here's a clear, jargon-free breakdown of how they differ and why both matter.
Jun 29, 2026 · 6 min read
What is dark matter and why do scientists think it exists? A clear, jargon-free guide to the invisible mass that keeps galaxies from flying apart.
Jun 29, 2026 · 7 min read
What was the Big Bang? A clear, jargon-free guide to how the universe began, what came before, and how we actually know any of it happened.
Jun 29, 2026 · 8 min read