10 mind-blowing Webb Telescope discoveries

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By Mark Stetson , Mark Kaufman , and Alex Humphreys  on 
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Thinking about space for too long can be scary and overwhelming. Are we alone? Will we ever be able to live on another planet? Will black holes destroy the universe one day? What should you do if you ever encounter an alien? Don’t worry, our curious science producer will do all the excessive thinking for you, and teach you a thing or two in the process. With the help of experts, our producer will deep dive into all the interesting things that happen, have happened, and will happen in space.


Since its launch in December 2021, the James Webb Telescope continues to provide breathtaking images and unprecedented insight about the celestial beyond. From stunning exoplanets, to galaxies far, far away, the $10 billion dollar telescope has become an integral instrument for space exploration. 

These are 10 mind-blowing discoveries from the James Webb Telescope in 2023.

Topics NASA

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Mark Kaufman

Mark is an award-winning journalist and the science editor at Mashable. After communicating science as a ranger with the National Park Service, he began a reporting career after seeing the extraordinary value in educating the public about the happenings in earth sciences, space, biodiversity, health, and beyond. 

You can reach Mark at [email protected].

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Alex Humphreys

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