The birth of a new solar system has been captured for the first time, revealing the raw chaos of star and planet formation. This extraordinary image shows streams of gas and dust spiraling around a young protostar, laying the foundation for future planets. It’s a glimpse into the very beginning of a system that might one day host its own Earth-like worlds. Events like this are how every solar system—including ours—once began. We’re watching creation unfold in real time. | Astronomy Views

What’s Up for January? Jupiter is at its biggest and brightest, the Moon and Saturn pair up, and the Beehive Cluster buzzes into view. 🔭 science.nasa.gov/skywatching/ | NASA Solar System Exploration

Did you submit your name to ride aboard Parker Solar Probe as it speeds around the Sun, or Europa Clipper as it travels to the moons of Jupiter? It's time for a new journey, this time with the NASA Artemis astronauts as they set out for the Moon! go.nasa.gov/artemisnames | NASA Solar System Exploration