NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory Marks 25 Years with Stunning Cosmic Images

The observatory celebrates its legacy with 25 new images, showcasing the universe's wonders while facing an uncertain future.

Chandra X-ray Observatory launched in 1999 aboard Space Shuttle Columbia.
The telescope has contributed to over 10,000 scientific papers and 700 Ph.D. theses.
Newly released images include the Crab Nebula, Pillars of Creation, and Cassiopeia A.
The observatory's continued operation is threatened by potential budget cuts.
Astronomers advocate for a successor to continue Chandra's groundbreaking work.