A strange object — possibly an asteroid or something unknown — is moving near our planet… and it's not acting like a typical space rock. 😱 🔭 What we know so far: • It’s not following a normal orbit • Reflects sunlight in odd ways 🌟 • Could be natural... or something else 👽 • Scientists are watching it closely Is it a rogue asteroid, space debris… or something far more mysterious? 🛰️ Stay tuned — space just got a whole lot weirder. #SpaceX #NASA #space | Cosmic Adventure

Want to hear about how objects were launched into space and more? Our Here’s the Thing YouTube series gives you the chance to hear directly from our brilliant curators as they share amazing stories about a vast range of objects in our collection. Catch up with our latest videos and stay up to date with future releases. Click here to subscribe: https://bit.ly/3FtP0IG | Science Museum

ad There’s a brand new exhibition that’s just opened in London all about SPACE and it’s incredible 😍 This is Space: Could Life Exist Beyond Earth? at the @natural_history_museum and it’s a fascinating journey through space, with different zones and multiple interactive and immersive elements. Share this with someone who would love to go! 📍Cromwell Rd, South Kensington, London SW7 5BD 🎟️ Tickets: adults from £14, kids get half-price tickets #naturalhistorymuseum #thingstodoinlondon #newexhibit

How about a trip to space this weekend? Our new gallery full of star objects and stellar stories is now open and it’s completely free to visit. Book a free museum ticket and head towards our IMAX: The Ronson Theatre in the museum’s West Hall to see it for yourself. | Science Museum