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Stellar Whispers: Unveiling A Celestial Dance Beneath the Big Dipper

An eccentric binary star system, consisting of a red dwarf and a white dwarf, emits periodic radio waves near the Big Dipper. This discovery challenges previous theories that linked long-period radio pulses exclusively to neutron stars. The radio emissions are generated by

15 March 2025

Galaxies·Nebulae·News·Stars

The Race to Capture the Cosmos: Last Call for Astronomy’s Hidden Gems

The Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition, organized by the Royal Observatory Greenwich, is nearing its deadline, offering a £10,000 grand prize. Now in its 17th year, the contest invites photographers of all levels to submit up to ten entries. Participants can

17 February 2025

Exoplanets·News·Planets·Stars·Telescopes

Revolutionary Method in Space: University of Michigan Shoots for the Stars with NASA Grant

The University of Michigan’s Department of Astronomy is embarking on the STARI mission, supported by a $10 million NASA grant. STARI aims to revolutionize space exploration and the search for extraterrestrial life by 2029 using advanced interferometry techniques. Interferometry combines views from

17 February 2025

New Glenn Rocket·News·Stars

Blue Origin Boldly Restructures to Rocket Forward with Fewer Employees

Blue Origin is reducing its workforce by 10% to improve efficiency and focus, following the launch of its New Glenn rocket. The company aims to cut bureaucracy and streamline management, particularly in engineering and R&D sectors. This restructuring is designed to enhance

17 February 2025

Galaxies·News·Stars·Telescopes

Celestial Mysteries Unfurled: Hubble’s Dramatic Portrait of UGC 5460

The Hubble Space Telescope captures the intricate beauty of the spiral galaxy UGC 5460 in the constellation Ursa Major, 60 million light-years away. UGC 5460 features a striking central bar, sweeping spiral arms, and vibrant blue star clusters. Four wavelengths of light

17 February 2025

Galaxies·News·Stars·Telescopes

How Airplanes Could Save the Future of Radio Astronomy

Astronomers face challenges from radio-frequency interference (RFI) disrupting data collection. An innocuous TV broadcast was traced as the source of interference in Western Australia. Reflection off an airplane at 38,400 feet revealed the cause of the rogue signals. Professor Pober and Ph.D.

17 February 2025

Galaxies·Meteor Showers·News·Planets·Stars

Planets in the Sky? There’s an App for That

AR apps are making celestial observation accessible, allowing anyone with a smartphone to engage in amateur astronomy without a telescope. The technology uses real-time data and algorithms to identify planets, constellations, and galaxies by pointing devices skyward. AR apps serve educational purposes,

17 February 2025

News·Stars

Astronaut with a Prosthetic: John McFall’s Bold Leap to the Stars

John McFall’s upcoming mission to the ISS redefines astronautics with a focus on inclusivity and accessibility. McFall, a 43-year-old Paralympian and surgeon, exemplifies resilience and innovation in space travel. The European Space Agency’s selection of McFall marks a cultural shift towards diversity

17 February 2025

Cosmology·Exoplanets·News·Planets·Stars·Telescopes

Racing Through the Cosmos: The Discovery of a Runaway Star with a Mysterious Companion

NASA has potentially identified a hypervelocity star traveling at 1.2 million miles per hour, accompanied by a Neptune-like planet. This pair might represent the fastest extrasolar system ever detected, with the planet orbiting within the star system’s habitable zone, akin to the

17 February 2025

Galaxies·News·Planets·Stars·Telescopes

Unlock Cosmic Wonders: Why the Dwarf 3 Smart Telescope is a Stargazer’s Dream

The Dwarf 3 Smart Telescope combines portability with advanced features, ideal for both beginners and seasoned astronomers. Smartphone integration offers a user-friendly experience through an intuitive app for navigating and exploring the night sky. Equipped with vivid star maps and precise GPS,

17 February 2025

Nebulae·News·Stars·Telescopes

Discover the Elusive Celestial Unicorn Hidden Amongst the Stars

Monoceros, the Unicorn constellation, is situated along the celestial equator and is often overshadowed by bright stars like Sirius and Betelgeuse. To locate Monoceros, start at Sirius, move to Rigel, and follow the path past Betelgeuse to Procyon, ending in a less

17 February 2025