Understanding the size of our galaxy depends on the definition used for our galaxy. There are a range of definitions, some very specific and some that delve into the realm of dark matter. The Milky ...

Chinese astronomers have revealed new findings about the size of the Milky Way galaxy, suggesting it’s significantly larger than previously thought. Their research, published in the prestigious ...

At approximately 100,000 light years in diameter, the Milky Way’s vastness and the broader, ever-changing dynamics of the cosmos defy any attempt to fully understand our home galaxy and its history.