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fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

The 35th Anniversary of the Hubble Space Telescope

Hubble Space Telescope launched 35 years ago, revolutionizing astronomy with 1.7 million observations of 55,000 astronomical targets.
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fromBig Think
3 days ago

JWST breaks its own record with new most distant galaxy MoM-z14

The James Webb Space Telescope is revolutionizing our understanding of the Universe by discovering more distant and primitive galaxies than previously known.
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fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

The 35th Anniversary of the Hubble Space Telescope

Hubble Space Telescope launched 35 years ago, revolutionizing astronomy with 1.7 million observations of 55,000 astronomical targets.
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fromBig Think
3 days ago

JWST breaks its own record with new most distant galaxy MoM-z14

The James Webb Space Telescope is revolutionizing our understanding of the Universe by discovering more distant and primitive galaxies than previously known.
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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
16 hours ago

Hypervelocity Stars Hint at a Supermassive Black Hole Just outside the Milky Way

Every large galaxy contains a supermassive black hole, but questions remain on the size cutoff for galaxies that can harbor these black holes.
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fromBig Think
1 month ago

See NASA's most important image in space telescope history

Hubble Space Telescope's initial optical flaw was corrected with significant upgrades, leading to groundbreaking astronomical discoveries.
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fromOver the Monster
19 hours ago

Was Andrew Bailey's early success with the Red Sox pitching staff just an eclipse?

Witnessing a total solar eclipse is an unparalleled experience that transcends description, vibrant and mesmerizing beyond partial views.
#astrophysics
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fromArs Technica
1 week ago

Tuesday Telescope: Taking a look at the next generation of telescopes

The Extremely Large Telescope aims to revolutionize our view of the cosmos with its unprecedented size and capabilities.
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fromFuturism
1 month ago

Scientists Detect "Alien Structures" at the Heart of Our Galaxy

Astronomers discovered strange filaments surrounding the supermassive black hole at our galaxy's center, influencing gas cycles and emissions.
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fromFuturism
3 days ago

Astronomers Baffled by a Suspicious, Perfectly Round Sphere in Our Galaxy

Astronomers discovered a remarkably spherical supernova remnant named Teleios, offering unique insights into explosive stellar events.
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fromMail Online
20 hours ago

Scientists BAFFLED by perfect sphere emitting radio signals from space

Teleios, a mysterious cosmic object discovered by ASKAP, showcases remarkable symmetry and challenges existing astronomical theories about its formation.
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fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

Scientists discover planet in our solar system that could have life

New evidence supports the existence of Planet Nine, a distant planet that could reshape our understanding of the solar system.
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fromArs Technica
1 week ago

Tuesday Telescope: Taking a look at the next generation of telescopes

The Extremely Large Telescope aims to revolutionize our view of the cosmos with its unprecedented size and capabilities.
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fromFuturism
1 month ago

Scientists Detect "Alien Structures" at the Heart of Our Galaxy

Astronomers discovered strange filaments surrounding the supermassive black hole at our galaxy's center, influencing gas cycles and emissions.
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fromFuturism
3 days ago

Astronomers Baffled by a Suspicious, Perfectly Round Sphere in Our Galaxy

Astronomers discovered a remarkably spherical supernova remnant named Teleios, offering unique insights into explosive stellar events.
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fromMail Online
20 hours ago

Scientists BAFFLED by perfect sphere emitting radio signals from space

Teleios, a mysterious cosmic object discovered by ASKAP, showcases remarkable symmetry and challenges existing astronomical theories about its formation.
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fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

Scientists discover planet in our solar system that could have life

New evidence supports the existence of Planet Nine, a distant planet that could reshape our understanding of the solar system.
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#stellar-evolution
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fromFuturism
1 month ago

James Webb Spots Disturbing Sight: Entire Planet Sinking Into Star

Astronomers observed a planet likely colliding with its star, marking the first direct observation of this phenomenon.
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fromNature
2 days ago

Rare 'spider star' spotted consuming its companion

Astronomers discovered a rare 'spider pulsar' that offers insights into the evolution of binary star systems.
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fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

Scientists Believe They've Witnessed 'Planetary Suicide' for the First Time

Astronomical observations suggest the first recorded instance of a planet self-destructively colliding with its parent star.
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fromFuturism
1 month ago

James Webb Spots Disturbing Sight: Entire Planet Sinking Into Star

Astronomers observed a planet likely colliding with its star, marking the first direct observation of this phenomenon.
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fromNature
2 days ago

Rare 'spider star' spotted consuming its companion

Astronomers discovered a rare 'spider pulsar' that offers insights into the evolution of binary star systems.
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fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

Scientists Believe They've Witnessed 'Planetary Suicide' for the First Time

Astronomical observations suggest the first recorded instance of a planet self-destructively colliding with its parent star.
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fromianVisits
3 days ago

Tickets Alert: Tours of the King's Observatory in June 2025

The King's Observatory, originally built for King George III to observe the 1769 Transit of Venus, will host public tours from July 9 to July 17.
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fromMail Online
3 days ago

Mystery as bright beam of light streaks through the skies over the US

However, astronomers have now revealed the true explanation for this bizarre phenomenon.
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#celestial-bodies
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fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago

Frozen water found in a young star system for the first time

Earth's water likely originated from icy bodies during a historical cataclysm involving the orbits of giant planets.
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fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago

Frozen water found in a young star system for the first time

Earth's water likely originated from icy bodies during a historical cataclysm involving the orbits of giant planets.
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#exoplanets
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fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Is this a hint of life on another world, or just a lot of hot air?

The James Webb Space Telescope may have detected signs of life in a distant exoplanet's atmosphere.
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fromFuturism
1 month ago

AI Identifies Star Systems With Planets That Could Host Life

Researchers developed an AI model to identify potential Earth-like exoplanets, enhancing the search for life beyond our solar system.
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fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

A Scientific Revolution by Push Notification

Astronomers found a potential sign of life on planet K2-18b, but definitive proof requires more evidence and validation.
fromFuturism
1 month ago
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Oops! It Appears There's a Striking Flaw in That Claim About Detecting Alien Life

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fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Is this a hint of life on another world, or just a lot of hot air?

The James Webb Space Telescope may have detected signs of life in a distant exoplanet's atmosphere.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
1 month ago

AI Identifies Star Systems With Planets That Could Host Life

Researchers developed an AI model to identify potential Earth-like exoplanets, enhancing the search for life beyond our solar system.
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fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

A Scientific Revolution by Push Notification

Astronomers found a potential sign of life on planet K2-18b, but definitive proof requires more evidence and validation.
fromFuturism
1 month ago
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Oops! It Appears There's a Striking Flaw in That Claim About Detecting Alien Life

more#exoplanets
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 week ago

The Scintillating Science of Twinkling Stars, Explained

Twinkling, or scintillation, is the apparent variation of brightness and color of stars, creating a lovely visual effect, but posing challenges for astronomers.
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fromMail Online
1 week ago

Earth could be hit by 'bird wing' solar eruption TOMORROW

A massive solar eruption occurred, sending plasma surging across the sun and potentially impacting Earth.
fromwww.dailymail.co.uk
9 years ago

Mystery of the moon's 'horizon glow' solved

Experts have finally solved the mystery of the moon's eerie glow known as 'horizon glow,' linking it to dust movements and newly-discovered phenomena.
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fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

This Is the First U.S. County to Be Fully Dark Sky Certified-and It Just Added the World's First Dark Sky Airport

DarkSky International recognized Teton County and Jackson Hole Airport for their efforts in preserving night skies, ahead of light pollution concerns, marking a significant milestone.
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#spacecraft
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fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

Falling Soviet satellite could hit London or Philadelphia TOMORROW

Kosmos 482, a decommissioned Soviet spacecraft, could re-enter Earth's atmosphere imminently, posing risks to major cities.
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fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

Falling Soviet satellite could hit London or Philadelphia TOMORROW

Kosmos 482, a decommissioned Soviet spacecraft, could re-enter Earth's atmosphere imminently, posing risks to major cities.
more#spacecraft
#dark-energy
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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 weeks ago

Latest Dark Energy Study Suggests the Universe Is Even Weirder Than We Imagined

Dark energy is potentially not a constant force but a changing phenomenon that could alter our understanding of the universe's expansion.
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fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

Scientists Say That Something Very Weird Is Going on With the Universe

Dark energy may be weakening over time, potentially challenging the standard cosmological model.
The findings suggest a shift from a constant dark energy to a more dynamic quintessence field.
more#dark-energy
#jwst
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fromBig Think
2 weeks ago

JWST's most ambitious view is now available to everyone

The COSMOS-Web survey illustrates the evolutionary history of galaxies, emphasizing how cosmic structures formed over 13.8 billion years.
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fromBig Think
2 weeks ago

JWST's most ambitious view is now available to everyone

The COSMOS-Web survey illustrates the evolutionary history of galaxies, emphasizing how cosmic structures formed over 13.8 billion years.
more#jwst
#manhattanhenge
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fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Manhattanhenge returns to NYC this month - here's how to see the spectacular sky show

Manhattanhenge is a unique astronomical event where the setting sun aligns with Manhattan's grid, occurring twice in May and July.
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#eta-aquarids
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago
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Eta Aquarids peak May 2025: See dust from Halley's comet light up the sky with a meteor shower tonight

fromFast Company
2 weeks ago
Atlanta Braves

Eta Aquarids peak May 2025: See dust from Halley's comet light up the sky with a meteor shower tonight

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#meteor-shower
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fromTravel + Leisure
3 weeks ago

See a Meteor Shower, Planet Lineup, and More in the May 2025 Night Sky

May offers a spectacular stargazing experience with meteor showers and moon-planet alignments, perfect for celebrating the arrival of spring.
fromFast Company
1 month ago
London

The Lyrid meteor shower peaks tonight: Here's the best time to catch a glimpse of April 2025's spectacular show

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fromTravel + Leisure
3 weeks ago

See a Meteor Shower, Planet Lineup, and More in the May 2025 Night Sky

May offers a spectacular stargazing experience with meteor showers and moon-planet alignments, perfect for celebrating the arrival of spring.
fromFast Company
1 month ago
London

The Lyrid meteor shower peaks tonight: Here's the best time to catch a glimpse of April 2025's spectacular show

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fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

How 'Star Wars' can save STEM education

The disconnect between importance and attention in American culture presents a significant challenge for the STEM community, highlighting the need for engaging narratives.
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#space-exploration
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fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Looking at the Universe's dark ages from the far side of the Moon

Building a Moon observatory could reveal secrets of the universe, overcoming Earth's noise pollution.
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fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Tuesday Telescope: A rare glimpse of one of the smallest known moons

Deimos, Mars' smaller moon, is often overlooked but holds potential for future scientific missions.
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fromFuturism
3 weeks ago

Scientists Say They May Have Spotted a Huge Hidden Planet Deep in Our Solar System

Astronomers may be on the verge of discovering 'Planet Nine,' a potential hidden planet in our Solar System that could be 5-10 times Earth's mass.
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fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Looking at the Universe's dark ages from the far side of the Moon

Building a Moon observatory could reveal secrets of the universe, overcoming Earth's noise pollution.
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fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Tuesday Telescope: A rare glimpse of one of the smallest known moons

Deimos, Mars' smaller moon, is often overlooked but holds potential for future scientific missions.
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fromFuturism
3 weeks ago

Scientists Say They May Have Spotted a Huge Hidden Planet Deep in Our Solar System

Astronomers may be on the verge of discovering 'Planet Nine,' a potential hidden planet in our Solar System that could be 5-10 times Earth's mass.
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#space-debris
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#stargazing
from48 hills
1 month ago
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Heads up, star eyes: Chabot Center's observation deck reopens for astronomy fans - 48 hills

from48 hills
1 month ago
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Heads up, star eyes: Chabot Center's observation deck reopens for astronomy fans - 48 hills

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#star-formation
fromFuturism
3 weeks ago
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Scientists Intrigued by Glowing Cloud Near Our Solar System

Discovery of the Eos hydrogen gas cloud offers new insights into star formation and the interstellar medium.
fromwww.space.com
3 weeks ago
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Glow-in-the-Dark Gas Cloud Found Floating Just 300 Light-Years Away

Discovery of a massive cloud of gas near the solar system enables new studies on star formation.
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fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

This newly discovered cloud is 3,400 times the mass of the Sun-and we almost missed it

The discovery of the Eos molecular cloud shows advancements in detecting celestial bodies using ultraviolet emissions instead of traditional carbon monoxide tracking.
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fromFuturism
3 weeks ago

Scientists Intrigued by Glowing Cloud Near Our Solar System

Discovery of the Eos hydrogen gas cloud offers new insights into star formation and the interstellar medium.
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fromwww.space.com
3 weeks ago

Glow-in-the-Dark Gas Cloud Found Floating Just 300 Light-Years Away

Discovery of a massive cloud of gas near the solar system enables new studies on star formation.
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fromTelecompetitor
3 weeks ago

AST SpaceMobile, NSF Agree to Protect Astronomical Research

AST SpaceMobile and NSF collaborate to minimize astronomical research interference from satellite operations.
The agreement aims to preserve the integrity of night sky observations by reducing satellite brightness.
#light-pollution
fromColossal
1 month ago
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A Stunning Image of the Australian Desert Illuminates the Growing Problem of Satellite Pollution

fromColossal
1 month ago
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A Stunning Image of the Australian Desert Illuminates the Growing Problem of Satellite Pollution

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#galaxy-formation
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fromFuturism
3 weeks ago

Astronomers Confused to Discover That a Bunch of Nearby Galaxies Are Pointing Directly at Us

Andromeda's satellite galaxies are uniquely lopsided, challenging current theories of galaxy formation.
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fromFuturism
3 weeks ago

Scientists Intrigued by Huge Galactic "Bridge" of Dark Matter

The Perseus cluster may not be as stable as previously thought, indicating signs of a significant merger through new dark matter evidence.
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fromFuturism
3 weeks ago

Astronomers Confused to Discover That a Bunch of Nearby Galaxies Are Pointing Directly at Us

Andromeda's satellite galaxies are uniquely lopsided, challenging current theories of galaxy formation.
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fromFuturism
3 weeks ago

Scientists Intrigued by Huge Galactic "Bridge" of Dark Matter

The Perseus cluster may not be as stable as previously thought, indicating signs of a significant merger through new dark matter evidence.
more#galaxy-formation
#space-science
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fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Tuesday Telescope: Is the James Webb Space Telescope worth $10 billion?

The James Webb Space Telescope's $10 billion investment is justified by its remarkable contributions to our understanding of the universe.
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fromMail Online
1 month ago

Scientists BAFFLED after spotting a lone black hole drifting in space

A lone black hole without orbiting stars has been discovered in the Milky Way, revealing new insights into black hole detection.
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fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Tuesday Telescope: Is the James Webb Space Telescope worth $10 billion?

The James Webb Space Telescope's $10 billion investment is justified by its remarkable contributions to our understanding of the universe.
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fromMail Online
1 month ago

Scientists BAFFLED after spotting a lone black hole drifting in space

A lone black hole without orbiting stars has been discovered in the Milky Way, revealing new insights into black hole detection.
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fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

The Lyrids Meteor Shower Is Coming - Here's When You Want To Start Looking At The Sky

The Lyrids Meteor Shower is a breathtaking event to watch, especially on April 22, showcasing nature's cosmic wonders.
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fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Jesus' crucifixion linked to lunar eclipse, according to NASA discovery - and it could pinpoint the day he died

NASA's models suggest a lunar eclipse occurred on the day of Jesus's crucifixion, matching biblical accounts.
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fromInfoQ
1 month ago

Changing the Model: Why and How We Re-Architected Slack

The geocentric model was accurate for centuries but faced challenges, leading astronomers to complexify it until Copernicus proposed a heliocentric model.
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fromtime.com
1 month ago

What to Know About April's Micromoon'

The moon's size remains constant, but its perceived size changes due to perspective and distance, leading to phenomena like micromoon and supermoon.
fromEngadget
1 month ago

The first meteor shower of spring peaks soon, and another is close on its heels

"The best time to watch is late evening on April 21 until the moon a few hours before dawn on April 22," recommends.
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fromMail Online
1 month ago

Social media erupts with memes as scientists spot signs of alien life

The discovery of K2-18b raises the possibility of alien life due to the presence of life-signature chemicals.
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

On the hunt for meteorites in the far reaches of the Sahara

In the hot, arid expanse of the Mauritanian desert, herders have developed an eye for spotting meteorites, which can stand out sharply against the sand.
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fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago

An Astronomer's Guide to Seeing the Planetary Cluster This April

A stunning planetary alignment featuring Venus, Mercury, and Saturn will be visible in mid-April 2025 for early risers.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Share your pictures of the Comet C/2025 F2 (SWAN)

The recent discovery of Comet C/2025 F2 (SWAN), first spotted by amateur astronomer Michael Mattiazo, highlights significant contributions from non-professional astronomers in space observation.
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fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Jonathan McDowell on Retiring From Harvard and Leaving the U.S.

Dr. McDowell retires from astronomy due to federal science budget pressures and seeks to document space events in Britain.
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fromHackernoon
1 year ago

Turns Out, Star Trek Was Basically a Tech Roadmap | HackerNoon

Leonardo da Vinci's creative vision for flying machines laid the groundwork for modern aviation.
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