Venus, known for its bright presence in the night sky, periodically aligns closely with the Pleiades star cluster, an event visible from locations such as Olympia, Wash., on April 3, 2020. This conjunction, occurring roughly every eight years, connects a planetary marvel with what is commonly referred to as the ‘seven sisters.’ While Venus has […]
As the peak of the Perseid meteor shower approaches, an enlightening discussion awaits with Scientist in Residence Regina G. Barber. This episode features her alongside planetary scientist Melissa Rice, delving into the fascinating world of shooting stars. They unravel the mysteries behind these celestial phenomena, discussing their origins and explaining that these are not actual […]
In August 2026, a total solar eclipse will offer a spectacle to mainland Europe for the first time since 1999. This astronomical event will occur on a Wednesday when the moon will obscure the sun along a path crossing the Arctic and reaching through southern Europe. The phenomenon will cast a brief shadow over the […]
Italian divers have uncovered a 2,100-year-old Roman shipwreck near Sicily. This vessel, found with hundreds of preserved ancient clay jars called amphorae, likely transported wine. Alessandro Giuli, Italy’s Culture Minister, called it ‘one of the most important underwater archaeological discoveries of recent years.’ The ship was located about three miles offshore from Mazara del Vallo. […]
On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will captivate observers at Lake Monroe in Indiana, U.S., as the Moon eclipses the Sun. This celestial event, captured by Edward M. Pio Roda, presents a rare visual phenomenon. Totality Across Europe Astronomers predict that people in Iceland, Greenland, northern Russia, Spain, and a portion of Portugal […]
A company based in California specializing in space technology intends to test a satellite equipped with a large reflective mirror. This plan has raised alarms among experts who fear this technology might exacerbate light pollution, harm ecosystems, and interfere with scientific research. Reflect Orbital recently won approval from the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for […]
Federal officials decided against releasing cool water this year from one of the Colorado River’s main reservoirs, a move that would have aided a threatened fish but increased stress on hydropower generation. In a statement accessed by The Associated Press, the Bureau of Reclamation cited significant concerns about hydropower generation and the already strained system […]
The recent crash of an abandoned booster from a SpaceX rocket has unexpectedly benefited planetary science. The impact site offers scientists valuable data on high-speed impacts on the lunar surface. This incident marks another instance where humanity has placed a man-made object on the Moon. Such activities date back to the late 1950s. However, this […]
New York (AP) — A team of scientists has captured the most detailed images yet of the sun’s surface, revealing a rugged and dynamic facade. It is dangerous to look directly at the sun without eye protection. However, researchers were able to examine the scorching surface with the help of the Daniel K. Inouye Solar […]
Nate Rouette and his brother Nelson experienced an unexpected thrill while shark fishing on Cape Cod. Both were surprised by their catch—a tropical species of shark known for its voracious appetite. This shark was a juvenile tiger shark, which they released after catching it from a beach in late July. The brothers, seasoned sport fishermen […]