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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

News·Stars

Rocket Lab’s Reusability Revolution: The Future of Space Access

Rocket Lab is expanding into reusability to reduce launch costs by 30%, enhancing space accessibility. Neutron, a new medium-lift rocket, aims to compete with SpaceX’s Falcon 9 through reusability and high payload capacity. Key challenges include developing heat-resistant materials and competing with

17 February 2025

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Tap into Adventure: Unmissable Events Light Up Northwest Arkansas

February in Northwest Arkansas is filled with engaging events, mixing learning and entertainment. The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute provides diverse sessions, including Shakespeare, history, movement, and yoga. February 21 offers social activities like Canasta play and a historical jewelry exploration. The American

17 February 2025

Astronomical Phenomena·News·Planetary Science·Stars·Telescopes

Unveiling the Universe: Death Valley’s Dark Sky Festival Awakens Curiosity

The Death Valley Dark Sky Festival takes place from February 21-23, transforming the desert into a cosmic theater for stargazers and scientists. Dr. Mike Malaska from NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory opens the festival with a virtual presentation exploring the links between Death

17 February 2025

Astronomical Phenomena·News·Stars·Telescopes

Get Ready for the Celestial Light Show: The Elusive Blaze Star Nova

The Blaze Star, a binary system in Corona Borealis, consists of a white dwarf and a red giant. The white dwarf siphons material from the red giant, leading to periodic nova explosions approximately every 80 years. Explosive events in this system occurred

17 February 2025

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Experience February’s Stunning Celestial Parade: Expert Tips for Ultimate Night Sky Viewing

A captivating celestial show awaits in February’s night sky, featuring Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, Neptune, and Saturn. Venus shines with unparalleled brightness, capturing attention with its serene crescent form. The sky is also rich with constellations, including the tales of Gemini and

17 February 2025

Astrobiology·Interstellar Objects·Meteors·News·Planets·Stars

The Hidden Armada: A Million Interstellar Voyagers Drift Among Us

Simulations reveal over a million interstellar objects, comparable in size to the Statue of Liberty, traversing beyond Pluto in our solar system. These cosmic bodies likely originate from Alpha Centauri, having been captured by the sun’s gravity and now residing mainly in

17 February 2025

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Gaze Up! Tonight’s Celestial Symphony Won’t Wait

The night sky offers a rare planetary alignment featuring Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn. Venus shines brilliantly at magnitude -4.5, capturing attention with its radiant glow. Mars rises in the east with a red hue, while Jupiter dominates the southeast with its

17 February 2025

Cosmology·News·Stars

The Legacy of Meghnad Saha: From Humble Beginnings to Astrophysical Revolution

Meghnad Saha, born in a small Bengali village in 1893, rose to prominence through his unwavering passion for science. Despite financial challenges, Saha pursued education, eventually studying at the University of Calcutta with legends like Prafulla Chandra Ray and Jagadish Chandra Bose.

17 February 2025

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Historic Leap: European Space Agency Clears Astronaut with Physical Disability for ISS Missions

John McFall, an astronaut with a prosthetic leg, is cleared for long-duration ISS missions, symbolizing a groundbreaking moment in space exploration. The European Space Agency (ESA) promotes diversity and challenges perceptions of ability, advancing inclusivity in space missions. McFall’s journey, backed by

17 February 2025

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Will Space Billionaires Save Humanity or Just Their Egos? Bong Joon-ho’s “Mickey 17” Explores This Cosmic Question

“Mickey 17,” directed by Bong Joon-ho, is a cosmic satire on space colonization by the ultra-rich. Robert Pattinson stars as Mickey, an everyman hero on perilous space missions. Mark Ruffalo plays a megalomaniac tycoon, reflecting real-world space moguls’ ambitions. The film balances

17 February 2025