In December 2024, astronomers detected a new asteroid, named 2024 YR4, which has since captured the attention of space agencies worldwide. But why did this have sparked both curiosity and concern? Is there a possibility for this asteroid to hit Earth?

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — The threat of a newly discovered asteroid has risen slightly in the past few weeks, as the world’s telescopes rush to track its course. But the chance of an impact is still quite slim.