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Earth can defend itself against the 'city killer' asteroid

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‘City Killer’ Asteroid’s Earth Impact Risk Rises and Falls Again

The asteroid 2024 YR4 probably won’t come nearly as close to Earth anytime soon as the space rock in this artist’s illustration. But astronomers can’t yet rule out a potentially catastrophic encounter projected for December 2032.

An asteroid could hit Earth in 2032, NASA says. Here's what to know about the potential "city killer."

"An asteroid this size impacts Earth on average every few thousand years and could cause severe damage to a local region," the European Space Agency said.

The Odds of a City-Killing Asteroid Hitting Earth Keep Rising

The likelihood of 2024 YR4 colliding with the our planet in 2032 have ticked up to over 3 percent. Is it time to start worrying?

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See images of the ‘city-killer’ asteroid with a 1-in-48 chance of hitting Earth

A Chilean space telescope has captured striking images of YR4 2024, the “city-killer” asteroid that’s potentially on a ...

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The 35 Most Welcoming Places On Earth, According To Visitor Reviews

Looking for the most welcoming places to visit? A new report reveals the friendliest cities, regions and states in the U.S.

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