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fromArs Technica
3 weeks 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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fromArs Technica
3 weeks 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
9 hours ago

Astronomers Astonished by Largest Explosion Since the Big Bang

Extreme Nuclear Transients (ENTs) are the most powerful cosmic explosions ever observed, far exceeding supernovae and normal tidal disruption events.
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fromFuturism
6 days ago

Scientists Spot Mysterious Object in Our Galaxy Pulsing Every 44 Minutes

Astronomers have discovered a new object emitting dual X-ray and radio signals, termed long-period radio transients, every 44 minutes.
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fromBig Think
2 days ago

780,000 galaxies revealed in JWST's largest science operation

The COSMOS-Web program is a landmark project using JWST, designed to provide extensive data on the near and mid-infrared sky.
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fromFuturism
2 weeks 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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fromFuturism
1 week ago

New Imaging Technique Shows the Sun as a Swirling Pink Liquid

Scientists have achieved unprecedented clarity in solar images using innovative technology.
more#astrophysics
#stargazing
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fromTravel + Leisure
1 month 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.
fromtime.com
1 month ago
New York Mets

You Won't Want to Miss the Eta Aquariid Meteor Shower. Here's How and When You Can See It

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fromTravel + Leisure
1 month 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.
fromtime.com
1 month ago
New York Mets

You Won't Want to Miss the Eta Aquariid Meteor Shower. Here's How and When You Can See It

more#stargazing
#cosmology
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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month 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
1 month 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.
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fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

He Won the Nobel Prize for Physics. Then He Changed His Mind.

Adam Riess discovered the universe's accelerating expansion and now contemplates potential flaws in his theory of dark energy.
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fromBig Think
1 week ago

JWST won't find the very first stars, but a new telescope can

JWST has revolutionized our understanding of distant galaxies, surpassing Hubble's discoveries in just months.
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fromArs Technica
1 day ago

Simulations find ghostly whirls of dark matter trailing galaxy arms

Dark matter dynamically interacts with galaxies, influencing their evolution and star formation.
Simulations reveal a distinct dark matter spiral structure that may be common across galaxies.
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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month 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.
OMG science
fromFuturism
1 month 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.
OMG science
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

He Won the Nobel Prize for Physics. Then He Changed His Mind.

Adam Riess discovered the universe's accelerating expansion and now contemplates potential flaws in his theory of dark energy.
OMG science
fromBig Think
1 week ago

JWST won't find the very first stars, but a new telescope can

JWST has revolutionized our understanding of distant galaxies, surpassing Hubble's discoveries in just months.
OMG science
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

Simulations find ghostly whirls of dark matter trailing galaxy arms

Dark matter dynamically interacts with galaxies, influencing their evolution and star formation.
Simulations reveal a distinct dark matter spiral structure that may be common across galaxies.
more#cosmology
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 day ago

Every Year the Sun Makes a Figure Eight in the Sky. Here's Why

The sun's position forms a lopsided figure eight in the sky known as the analemma, reflecting Earth's axial tilt and orbital eccentricity.
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San Francisco
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

San Francisco's "City Star Party" & Telescope Night (Presidio Tunnel Tops)

The San Francisco Amateur Astronomers host free public star parties for stargazing and astronomy education.
The event location can vary, with updates available on the SFAA website.,
#history
fromKqed
3 days ago
Los Angeles

This South Bay Observatory Has Been Watching the Stars for Over a Century | KQED

fromKqed
3 days ago
Los Angeles

This South Bay Observatory Has Been Watching the Stars for Over a Century | KQED

more#history
#milky-way
fromPBS News
4 days ago
OMG science

Accidental discovery at New York planetarium unlocks secret into universe's inner workings

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fromPBS News
4 days ago

Accidental discovery at New York planetarium unlocks secret into universe's inner workings

The Oort Cloud may have a spiral shape rather than a traditional spherical form, challenging previous scientific assumptions.
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fromBig Think
4 days ago

How the Milky Way-Andromeda merger became so uncertain

The Milky Way's expected merger with Andromeda may be overly simplistic based on new astronomical data.
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#solar-system
fromFuturism
1 month ago
OMG science

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

fromFuturism
1 week ago
OMG science

Scientists Fear a Passing Star Could Fling Earth Out of the Sun's Orbit, Into the Frigid Expanse Beyond

Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
4 days ago

An accidental discovery at a planetarium opens a window into the universe's inner workings

A planetarium show led to the discovery of a spiral shape in the Oort Cloud, reshaping our understanding of the solar system's outer region.
OMG science
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Scientists Detect Mysterious Object in Deep Solar System

A newly discovered trans-Neptunian object, 2017 OF201, may qualify as a dwarf planet, challenging existing theories in the outer solar system.
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fromFuturism
1 month 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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fromMail Online
1 week ago

Planet Nine DOES exist, scientists say

Researchers have found new evidence suggesting the possible existence of Planet Nine and propose a method to search for it using the Vera C. Rubin Observatory.
fromFuturism
1 week ago
OMG science

Scientists Fear a Passing Star Could Fling Earth Out of the Sun's Orbit, Into the Frigid Expanse Beyond

more#solar-system
#space-exploration
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fromThe Atlantic
1 month 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.
OMG science
fromBig Think
4 days ago

A new observatory is about to supercharge the hunt for alien technosignatures

The existence of extraterrestrial civilizations cannot be ruled out despite no confirmed evidence of alien visits to Earth.
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fromThe Atlantic
1 month 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.
OMG science
fromBig Think
4 days ago

A new observatory is about to supercharge the hunt for alien technosignatures

The existence of extraterrestrial civilizations cannot be ruled out despite no confirmed evidence of alien visits to Earth.
more#space-exploration
#james-webb-space-telescope
fromWIRED
4 days ago
OMG science

Astronomers Have Detected a Galaxy Millions of Years Older Than Any Previously Observed

fromWIRED
1 month ago
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Scientists Believe They've Witnessed 'Planetary Suicide' for the First Time

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fromWIRED
4 days ago

Astronomers Have Detected a Galaxy Millions of Years Older Than Any Previously Observed

The James Webb Space Telescope has discovered the most distant galaxy, MoM z14, originating just 280 million years after the Big Bang.
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fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks 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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fromWIRED
1 month 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.
more#james-webb-space-telescope
#manhattanhenge
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fromGothamist
1 month ago

Manhattanhenge returns this month with 'the best sunsets of the year'

Manhattanhenge occurs between May 28 and July 12, offering spectacular sunsets aligned with the city grid.
Optimal viewing spots include cross-streets like 42nd and 72nd, with best times around 8:15 p.m.
NYC music
fromwww.space.com
1 week ago

How to see Manhattanhenge 2025: Expert tips for catching New York's iconic sunset spectacle

Manhattanhenge is a solar phenomenon where the sunset aligns with Manhattan's grid, creating stunning views for onlookers.
Upper West Side
fromWest Side Rag
1 week ago

The Sun, the Grid, and the Upper West Side: Finding Magic in Manhattanhenge - Rain or Shine

Manhattanhenge evokes a connection between cosmic events and the design of urban landscapes, highlighting the alignment of the sun with Manhattan's street grid.
NYC music
fromTime Out New York
1 week ago

You don't need to be in Manhattan to catch Manhattanhenge

Manhattanhenge offers a stunning sunset alignment in NYC, with optimal viewing from outer boroughs like Queens and Brooklyn.
New York City
fromNew York Post
1 month 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.
more#manhattanhenge
#neutron-stars
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fromtime.com
1 week ago

Scientists Are Stumped by Mysterious Pulsing Star'

Astronomers discovered a new celestial object, ASKAP J1832, emitting unusual X-ray and radio signals, challenging current astronomical classifications.
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fromNature
2 weeks 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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fromtime.com
1 week ago

Scientists Are Stumped by Mysterious Pulsing Star'

Astronomers discovered a new celestial object, ASKAP J1832, emitting unusual X-ray and radio signals, challenging current astronomical classifications.
OMG science
fromNature
2 weeks ago

Rare 'spider star' spotted consuming its companion

Astronomers discovered a rare 'spider pulsar' that offers insights into the evolution of binary star systems.
more#neutron-stars
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Science is a human endeavor': astrophysicist uses art to connect Black and brown kids to the Stem fields

Dr. Nia Imara's work highlights the intersection of astronomy, culture, and art, showcasing contributions of Black and brown figures in science.
#radio-waves
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fromwww.space.com
1 week ago

Astronomers Discover Mysterious Object Bursting with X-Rays

ASKAP J1832-0911, a newly discovered cosmic object, emits mysterious bursts of X-rays and radio waves, challenging current astronomical understanding.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago
OMG science

Astronomers discover strange new celestial object in our Milky Way galaxy

Astronomers discovered a new cosmic object in the Milky Way emitting X-rays and radio waves in a cyclic pattern every 44 minutes.
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fromwww.space.com
1 week ago

Astronomers Discover Mysterious Object Bursting with X-Rays

ASKAP J1832-0911, a newly discovered cosmic object, emits mysterious bursts of X-rays and radio waves, challenging current astronomical understanding.
OMG science
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

Astronomers discover strange new celestial object in our Milky Way galaxy

Astronomers discovered a new cosmic object in the Milky Way emitting X-rays and radio waves in a cyclic pattern every 44 minutes.
more#radio-waves
#asteroids
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fromMail Online
1 week ago

City-killing asteroids could be headed for Earth within weeks

Three dangerous asteroids are hidden from view due to Venus's position, posing a potential threat to Earth.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
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3 city-killing asteroids could strike Earth within weeks - generating a million times more energy than Hiroshima atomic bomb

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fromMail Online
1 week ago

City-killing asteroids could be headed for Earth within weeks

Three dangerous asteroids are hidden from view due to Venus's position, posing a potential threat to Earth.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
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3 city-killing asteroids could strike Earth within weeks - generating a million times more energy than Hiroshima atomic bomb

more#asteroids
#galaxies
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fromBig Think
2 weeks 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
2 weeks 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.
OMG science
fromBig Think
2 weeks 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
2 weeks 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.
more#galaxies
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fromOver the Monster
2 weeks 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.
#saturn
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fromianVisits
2 weeks 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.
London food
fromMail Online
2 weeks 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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fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

William Shatner makes planetary plea to Trump, Elon Musk: Make Pluto great again

I suggest that we get Trump to name it and while he is at it; restore Pluto as a planet and put an end to the union's tyranny of the cosmos.
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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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.
Silicon Valley
#history-of-science
more#history-of-science
#flower-moon
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fromTravel + Leisure
3 weeks 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.
World news
#spacecraft
World politics
fromMail Online
1 month 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.
World politics
fromMail Online
1 month 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
#jwst
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fromBig Think
1 month 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.
OMG science
fromBig Think
1 month 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
#eta-aquarids
fromFast Company
1 month ago
Atlanta Braves

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

fromFast Company
1 month 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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#eta-aquarid
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fromFast Company
1 month 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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fromMail Online
1 month ago

Likelihood someone will be KILLED by out-of-control satellite revealed

In which case I expect it'll have the usual one-in-several-thousand chance of hitting someone. The vehicle is dense but inert and has no nuclear materials.
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fromFast Company
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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.
more#star-formation
Roam Research
fromTelecompetitor
1 month 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.
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fromTheregister
1 month ago

AST agrees to Dark and Quiet Skies pledge with NSF

AST SpaceMobile is collaborating with US astronomers to reduce satellite brightness and limit their impact on astronomical observations.
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fromFuturism
1 month 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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