Read, Watch or Listen

A small asteroid, 2025 TF, recently passed Earth at a close distance of 265 miles, less than the orbit of the ISS. Scientists only detected it after its near-miss, highlighting detection challenges for smaller objects. The European Space Agency stated it posed no significant danger, likely burning up in the atmosphere. While harmless to Earth's surface, such a close pass could threaten spacecraft. This incident underscores the ongoing need for improved asteroid detection systems.

Prepared by Olivia Bennett and reviewed by editorial team.