Space
Embark on an astronomical journey. Explore the cosmos, study celestial objects, and unravel the mysteries of the universe through astronomy's fascinating realm.
Stargazing Calendar for August 2025
Explore top celestial events for stargazing in August 2025, featuring asteroids, planets, and meteor showers to brighten your astronomy experience.
Why Do We Think Triton Is a Captured Moon?
Triton's orbit and composition suggest it's a captured moon, revealing clues about moon formation and the solar system's dynamic history.
What Heats the Chromosphere and Corona to High Temperatures?
Discover how the Sun heats the chromosphere and corona to high temperatures through nanoflares, Alfvén waves, and other dynamic solar processes.
Why Did Lunar Outpost Design Small Rovers for the Moon?
Lunar Outpost is designing small rovers to explore and prospect resources on the Moon, supporting future missions and potential lunar mining.
How Spaceflight Inc.’s Sherpa Vehicles Improve Satellite Launch
Sherpa vehicles improve satellite launch beyond low Earth orbit, cutting launch costs and supporting future Moon, Mars, and deep space missions.
Space Technology Will Protect the Vatican’s Treasures
Space technology will protect the Vatican's treasures through advanced digitization, preserving ancient manuscripts for future generations.
How LIDAR Mapping the World in 3D Is Changing Exploration
LIDAR mapping the world in 3D preserves hidden history and landmarks at risk from climate change, helping protect data for future generations.
A Pulsar With Planets
Pulsar planets show that worlds can exist after supernovae, challenging what we know about planet formation in extreme cosmic environments.
Perseid Meteor Shower Viewing Tips
The Perseid meteor shower peaks on August 12. Learn how to watch, what to expect, and why it's one of the most popular sky events each year.
Eta Eridanid Meteor Shower Viewing Tips
Catch the Eta Eridanid meteor shower peaking August 8. Fast meteors from Eridanus light up southern skies—ideal for early morning skywatchers.
Top Mistakes Beginning Astronomers Make
Beginning astronomers can avoid costly mistakes with this guide to choosing gear, setting expectations, and starting your stargazing journey.
Intermediate Black Hole Could Explain Black Hole Evolution
Black hole evolution remains mysterious, but recent observations of intermediate black holes are helping astronomers fill in the missing pieces.
How Did NASA Build and Fund the Space Launch System (SLS) Rocket?
Explore NASA's monumental Space Launch System, paving the way for Mars missions. Budget challenges, ambitious goals, and adaptability await!
Alpha Capricornid Meteor Shower Overview
The Alpha Capricornid meteor shower peaks July 30 with bright, slow-moving fireballs. Best viewed from dark skies in late July and early August.
Southern Delta Aquariid Meteor Shower Viewing Tips
The Southern Delta Aquariid meteor shower peaks July 30 with up to 25 meteors/hour. Watch after midnight from dark, clear skies for best views.
Piscis Austrinid Meteor Shower: Observation Tips
Catch the Piscis Austrinid meteor shower peaking July 28. Best seen before dawn from dark southern skies, this faint display is worth an early start.
July Pegasid Meteor Shower Overview
Catch the fast, faint July Pegasid meteor shower peaking around July 10. Learn how to view this rare event with the right timing and conditions.
Stargazing Calendar for July 2025
Discover stargazing highlights for July 2025, including meteor showers, planetary conjunctions, and top astronomy events to watch this month.
What is Celestial Navigation?
Learn how celestial navigation works, who still uses it today, and why this ancient skill could still save your life in our GPS-reliant world.
String Theory Explained Simply
Explore the quest for a unified theory in physics, from Einstein’s vision to string theory, extra dimensions, and the debate about its future.
