The universe is constantly shifting. Stars burn out, moons drift, and planets change in ways we barely notice from Earth. Some of these transformations take millions of years, while others happen in the span of a few decades. Thanks to space exploration and powerful telescopes, we now have before-and-after images that reveal just how much planets can change over time.
Seeing these side-by-side comparisons makes it clear—nothing in space stays the same forever. Here are some of the most striking planetary changes ever captured.
Related: Explore the Most Bizarre Planets We've Discovered So Far
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How Small is the Smallest Asteroid?
A clear, illustrated demonstration of some of the asteroids known to humankind. The smallest will surprise you!
Stunning 2024 Images from the James Webb Space Telescope
Marvel at the new images revealed by the James Webb Space Telescope.
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Witness the Incredible Frozen World of Pluto in Animation
Let's take a look at how the magical frozen world of Pluto would look like.
These Planetary Storm Photos Will Blow You Away
These planetary storm photos will blow you away.
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You Would Be Amazed On Seeing What Lies Inside the Planets
Watch to find out what lies inside the solar system's various celestial objects in this fascinating video.
These 18 Photos Capture the Universe Like Never Before!
See the universe in a new light with these astonishing photos.
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The Entire History of the Universe in One Year
Imagine compressing the entire 13.8-billion-year history of the cosmos into a single calendar year. In this cosmic calendar, the Big Bang erupts on January 1st, but our home planet and the Sun don’t even exist until late August.
These Historical Building Restorations Only Did More Harm
The restoration projects of these historical buildings didn't go according to plan, it seems, and these 12 buildings were transformed beyond belief...
20 Pictures that Show How the World Changed over 100 Years
A gallery of bizarre, nostalgic or unique black and white pictures
What Major Cities Looked Like 100 Years Ago...
Did you ever consider how much the world's major cities have changed over the past 100 years? Take a look at 22 photos of major cities roughly 100 years ago.
Incredible Old Photos: Amsterdam Over 100 Years Ago
Have a look at some of George Hendrik Breitner's photography, which captures Amsterdam as it was in the late 19th Century and the early 1900s.
15 Fascinating Old Photos that Mean a Lot Today
15 interesting photos from the past in black and white, showing us history in a few moments.
12 Deceptive Photos That Will Really Mess With Your Mind
These misleading photos will mess with your mind and make you look twice...
10 Show-Stopping Photos of the Sunbirds of South Africa
Admire the magnificent, regal beauty of South African sunbirds in 10 stunning photos in this article
13 Incredibly Deceptive Photos That Will Confuse You
You will need to look at these deceptive photos a little closer to understand them properly.
See Rare Photos of 10 Iconic US Monuments Being Built
America was built by the hands of thousands of great men and women, and these photos show you just how they constructed our favorite monuments.
Previous Generations Sure Knew a Thing or Two About Style
It's not just your imagination, people in the past really were more stylish and glamorous. Take a walk down memory lane with these 11 nostalgic photos.
It's Incredible That These Photos Were Even Captured
Some photos capture really unique things, and the 15 you're about to see are of things that really only occur once in a lifetime. Take a look.
50 Years This Man Built and Built.. And Here's the Result!
This cathedral is slowly being built by an amazing 90 year old man, using discarded waste. Read on to here this inspiring story, and see a glorious church.
500 Years of Living Room Design in 12 Astonishing Pictures
Admire how living room interior design has been changing for the past 500 years in 12 astonishingly beautiful pictures
These 18 Amazing City Squares Look Fit for the Gods
When I think of great cities, and wonder what makes them so beautiful, it seems so obvious: it is their amazing piazas, or squares. These are the 18 best!
21 Historical Pics That Open a Visceral Window to the Past
Old photographs have a special value to them - they allow us to take a glimpse into the past and experience what life was like long before we came into being.
Nature is So Beautiful! 15 Glorious Photos of Birds
These beautiful photos showcase the most precious, intimate, and beautiful moments of various birds in their natural habitats.
Built Into Nature, These 12 Homes are Amazing!
12 luxurious homes and the strange but exciting architecture involved...
These Wonderful Pictures Are Proof of Nature’s Wonders
If we don't preserve and defend it, nature may disappear - this is why the Nature Conservancy holds an annual photography competition.
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How an Insane King Built the World’s Most Beautiful Castle
Neuschwanstein is most recognized castle, famous for its fairy tale like appearance. But the history of this stunning castle is no fairy tale
19 Pictures That Prove Your Eyes and Brain Are Lying to You
Each of these 19 pictures will cause you to linger in front of it for a few seconds trying to figure out what it is that’s really going on in them!
These Amazing Astronomy Photos Will Leave You Speechless!
The Royal Observatory’s Insight Investment Astronomy Photographs of the Year awards has released its shortlist for the best space pictures.
23 Incredible Photographs Taken at Just the Right Moment
These scarcely believable pictures have NOT been doctored. They were just taken at the perfect time.
The Winners of the Top Bird Photo Contest of 2020 Are In!
They're finally here, the winners of the 2020 Bird Photographer of the Year Awards, the biggest bird photography competition in the world!
You Won’t Find Wildlife & Nature Like This Anywhere Else!
This article is dedicated exclusively to the wildlife of Patagonia and its vast and glorious landscapes in 10 photos
Amazing Re-Touched Photos of England Back in the Old Days
1920s England was the not tremendously jolly, civilized and the most important nation in world politics. These colored photos will show you what it was like.
Tiny Frogs With Tiny Props - Adorable Photos!
These adorable little animals use leaves and flowers as miniature umbrellas - how cute!
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This Award-Winning Staircase Illusion Will Blow Your Mind!
It's mind-boggling how this staircase appears to be viewed from above from two different viewpoints!
30 'Dog Photographer of the Year' Award-Winning Photos
Check out these beautiful award-winning photos from The Kennel Club's 'Dog Photographer of the Year' competition. Enjoy!
Incredible Ancient Ruins Restored to Their Former Glory
What did these 7 ancient ruins look like back when they were first created? Fascinating!
Collection: The World's Most Unique Buildings
This collection includes advanced buildings of the future, stunning old structures, and some of the tallest buildings in the world
History Is Brought Alive With These Colorized Old Photos
Check out this collection of some really amazing historical photos that have been given new life after being digitally colorized.
Can You Believe These Stunning Photos Were Taken by Kids?
You'll be so glad to discover that National Geographic have run a competition for children photographers - especially when you see this year's winners!
9 Amazing Buildings That You Will Want to See in Person
In this article, we showcase 9 magnificent award-winning architectural gems of 2019 and tell you a little bit about each winner.
These Time-lapse Videos Are Bound to Leave You Speechless!
From the construction of the massive Shanghai Tower to the metamorphosis of a caterpillar into a pupa, these videos are unlike anything you've ever seen before!
Who Knew That Rural South Korea Was This Beautiful?
This photographer captures South Korea in a truly ethereal, unique way. Take a look at his incredible work to be taken to a real-life fairy tale world.
The Beauty of Lebanon in 18 Gorgeous Photos
Lebanon is often called "the pearl of the Middle East" and thanks to the next series of photos by the talented photographer Rami Rizk, you get to see why!
If Only I Could Step Back in Time to These Glorious Days
Witness a moment from the lives of some classic famous subjects in a time that has gone by.
The Charming Features of Old Victorian-Style Homes
Whether you're an owner of a Victorian style house or not, it's worth appreciating their characteristic features and see how they can be aesthetically improved to make them look like the magnificent original ones.
Stunning Birds of Prey Photographed Mid-Flight
15 Birds stunningly photographed in mid-flight. Watch them in all their might.
Paper Cutouts Turn the World Into Small Scale Scenes
15 paper cutouts on world-famous monuments.
These Award-Winning Photos are a Visual Delight
you are invited to view 15 selected images from the competition, which will show you that our world has many true and natural artworks, and you only need to know where to point the camera lens.
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