Kosmos 482 was meant to explore Venus, but became an accidental satellite. Everything to know about the Soviet Venus probe and where it could fall.

A piece of space junk called Cosmos 482 is unlikely to pose a threat to people or property. But space experts say it highlights the need to stay vigilant.

NASA scientists say a 1972 probe launched by the Soviet Union may meet a fiery end crashing back into Earth in the coming days.