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Starlit Journeys and Cosmic Realizations: An Evening Under New Hampshire’s Celestial Canopy

A community in New Hampshire embraced the wonders of the universe during a stargazing event under a clear sky. Participants, including students and families, explored celestial phenomena through telescopes, viewing Venus, Jupiter, Mars, the Andromeda Galaxy, and the Orion Nebula. Young astronomers

7 March 2025

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Starship: SpaceX’s Daring Leap Towards the Stars

Starship, SpaceX’s striking spacecraft, stands at over 160 feet and signals a shift in interplanetary travel. This revolutionary craft embodies both technical innovation and the romantic aspiration for space exploration. Starship’s fully reusable design aims to lower the barriers of distance and

2 March 2025

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Catch the Celestial Dance: Three Planets to Dazzle the Night Sky

The evening sky on Sunday features a celestial show with a crescent moon and visible planets. Venus, known as the “Evening Star,” can be seen below the moon’s lower right, visible until around 8 p.m. Jupiter, bright and dominant, appears in the

2 March 2025

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The Silent Spectacle: March’s Celestial Wonders Await in the Night Sky

A total lunar eclipse will occur, offering observers in North and South America a mesmerizing view as the Moon turns a deep copper hue. Venus dominates the western evening sky in early March, glowing brightly at magnitude –4.8, then shifts to the

2 March 2025

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The Secret Shake-Up: How Blue Origin’s Layoffs Could Skyrocket Space Exploration

Blue Origin announces significant layoffs as part of a strategic pivot towards efficiency and innovation in aerospace. Emphasizing automation and digital technology integration aligns the company with rapid technological advancements in the industry. The layoffs aim to foster strategic partnerships with tech

2 March 2025

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See a Rare Celestial Dance: Mercury and Venus Light Up the Twilight Sky

Mercury emerges in the western sky on March 7, shining at a brilliant magnitude of –0.4 and is visible to the naked eye. By March 12, Mercury approaches Venus, causing its light to dim and requiring binoculars for better viewing. The celestial

2 March 2025

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March’s Celestial Showcase: Galaxies, Planets, and Starry Wonders Await

March’s longer nights provide ideal conditions for sky gazers to explore the galaxy-rich heavens. The constellation of Virgo and Ursa Major hosts key celestial displays, with the Whirlpool Galaxy (M51) standing out. M51, along with its companion NGC 5195, offers a spiral

2 March 2025

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Unveiling the Celestial Ballet: A Rare Planetary Alignment Amazes Stargazers

Rare alignment of five planets—Jupiter, Mars, Venus, Mercury, and Saturn—occurs, unseen for nearly 20 years. This celestial event is visible to the naked eye during the pre-dawn hours, offering a stunning visual display. The lineup of planets encourages reflection on our place

2 March 2025

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The Sky’s the Limit: SpaceX’s Starship Readies for a Bold Return

SpaceX’s Starship is poised for its eighth test flight, a significant step following a previous launch mishap. The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has approved the re-launch after addressing a past propellant leak issue. Starship aims to advance rocket reusability and interplanetary travel,

2 March 2025

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Thrilling SpaceX Falcon 9 Launch Poised to Light Up the Night Sky This February

SpaceX’s Falcon 9 launch is scheduled for February 26, 2025, at 7:17 PM from Kennedy Space Center’s Launch Complex 39A. The mission, Intuitive Machines (IM-2), marks a significant milestone in space exploration history. Banana Creek Launch Viewing Area offers a unique vantage

2 March 2025

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The Webb Telescope’s Breakthrough: Unveiling the Universe’s First Light

The James Webb Space Telescope has provided unprecedented insights into the early universe, capturing light from 200 million years post-Big Bang. Webb’s infrared capabilities unveil the Cosmic Dawn, offering new perspectives on the chemical and structural composition of early stars and galaxies.

2 March 2025