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Star Explosion Coming to a Sky Near You!

Get ready for a rare cosmic explosion about to light up the sky- here’s how you can catch the sky show! The T Coronae Borealis star, also known as the ‘Blaze Star’ will be visible to the naked eye for perhaps only for a few hours and up to a couple of days, and those […]
5 months ago

Interview: Why a total solar eclipse is a MUST-SEE event!

It’s a once in a lifetime event: a mesmerizing, soul-stirring experience. At any given point on earth, the ability to see a total solar eclipse happens only once every three to four hundred years. And on April 8, 2024, at least 30 million people will be able to experience it. They’ll be plunged into darkness as the moon completely blocks the sun. Even if you’re not going to experience the eclipse, it’s a fascinating journey of discovery to hear science writer Andrew Fazekas talk about it. Andrew explains what we’ll see, the science and history around solar eclipses, and what makes them unique and unforgettable.
9 months ago

Watch the Moon Hide Mars

(Source: Sky and Telescope) The night of December 7–8 will be an exciting one for fans of the Red Planet. Not only will Mars be at opposition, but the full Moon will blot it out of the sky for many locations on Earth.** On the night of December 7–8, Mars will be at opposition — opposite the Sun’s […]
2 years ago

Mars at its Closest to Earth For Next 10 Years

Perhaps you’ve noticed a ruddy, star-like beacon rising in the east at night. That’s the planet Mars and it has been steadily growing bigger and brighter over the past few months. Skywatchers everywhere are now watching the heavens with anticipation as the Red Planet heads for a close encounter with Earth this week.  On November […]
2 years ago

Check out my new blog

This is where my new blog will live and will provide interesting insights into new cosmic discoveries and the latest skywatching events around the world.
2 years ago