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Neptune at Opposition: How to See the Farthest Planet from Earth Tonight

World

23 Sep, 2024

Neptune at Opposition: How to See the Farthest Planet from Earth Tonight


On this day in 1846, Neptune is observed by the Berlin Observatory by astronomer Johann Gottfried Galle (assisted by Heinrich...

Fall Officially Begins: What the Autumnal Equinox Means for You

World

22 Sep, 2024

Fall Officially Begins: What the Autumnal Equinox Means for You


We explain what exactly happens as the direct rays of the sun slip south of the equator today. When is...

Supermoon Lunar Eclipse: When to See the Blood Red Moon This Week

World

18 Sep, 2024

Supermoon Lunar Eclipse: When to See the Blood Red Moon This Week


Get ready to witness a celestial spectacle this Tuesday as a supermoon lunar eclipse paints the sky a vibrant blood...

Super Harvest Moon Lunar Eclipse: A Rare Celestial Triple Play on Sept. 17

World

18 Sep, 2024

Super Harvest Moon Lunar Eclipse: A Rare Celestial Triple Play on Sept. 17


On Tuesday evening, stargazers in North America, South America, Europe, and Africa will be treated to three celestial events taking...

Super Harvest Moon, Blood Moon & Partial Lunar Eclipse: Don't Miss This Rare Triple Treat!

World

17 Sep, 2024

Super Harvest Moon, Blood Moon & Partial Lunar Eclipse: Don't Miss This Rare Triple Treat!


September's full moon will put on quite the show on the evening of Sept. 17. Not only are we treated...

Super Harvest Moon Lunar Eclipse: What You Need to Know

World

17 Sep, 2024

Super Harvest Moon Lunar Eclipse: What You Need to Know


Moongazers are getting a treat tonight, as this year's harvest moon coincides with two other lunar events - but what...

Super Harvest Moon Eclipse: When, Where and How to Watch the Rare Celestial Event

World

17 Sep, 2024

Super Harvest Moon Eclipse: When, Where and How to Watch the Rare Celestial Event


Skywatchers have all kinds of reasons to look up at the moon this week. Not only is September's full moon...

Astronomers Discover Brightest Object Ever Observed in the Universe: 500 Trillion Times Brighter Than the Sun

Science

29 Aug, 2024

Astronomers Discover Brightest Object Ever Observed in the Universe: 500 Trillion Times Brighter Than the Sun


Astronomers have identified the brightest object ever observed in the universe, a quasar named J0529-4351. This quasar is 500 trillion...

Super Blue Moon: What to Expect From This Rare August Sky Event

Science

19 Aug, 2024

Super Blue Moon: What to Expect From This Rare August Sky Event


On the heels of  the exciting Perseid meteor shower, the public will be graced with another thrilling night sky moment....

Super Blue Moon: A Rare Celestial Event Illuminates August Skies

Science

18 Aug, 2024

Super Blue Moon: A Rare Celestial Event Illuminates August Skies


On the heels of the exciting Perseid meteor shower, the public will be graced with another thrilling night sky moment....

Perseid Meteor Shower Peaks This Weekend: How to See 100 Shooting Stars Per Hour

World

10 Aug, 2024

Perseid Meteor Shower Peaks This Weekend: How to See 100 Shooting Stars Per Hour


Prepare to make a wish! The annual Perseid meteor shower, a celestial spectacle that graces the night sky each August,...

Perseid Meteor Shower 2024: Peak Viewing Times, Location Tips, & What to Expect

World

10 Aug, 2024

Perseid Meteor Shower 2024: Peak Viewing Times, Location Tips, & What to Expect


It's going to be a starry Sunday night. Get ready to witness the celestial spectacle of the Perseid meteor shower,...

Amateur Astronomer Captures First Images of China's Secret Space Plane, Revealing Potential Solar Panels

World

9 Aug, 2024

Amateur Astronomer Captures First Images of China's Secret Space Plane, Revealing Potential Solar Panels


A mysterious Chinese space plane, currently on its third mission, has been captured on camera by satellite watcher Felix Schofbanker...

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