by rmil2k | Feb 16, 2024 | News
It’s time to explore Canis Major. Open cluster M41 is an excellent target for naked-eye observers, the Tau Canis Majoris Cluster offers small-telescope owners nice views, and large-telescope owners can seek out Thor’s Helmet. Astronomy targets for Feb. 14–21Naked eye:...
by rmil2k | Feb 16, 2024 | News
After several months of meticulous, careful work, NASA has the final total for their haul of asteroidal material from the OSIRIS-REx mission to Bennu. The highly successful mission successfully collected 121.6 grams, or almost 4.3 ounces, of rock and dust. It won’t be...
by rmil2k | Feb 16, 2024 | News
The Arctic is experiencing disproportionately higher temperature increases compared to the rest of the planet, triggering a series of cascading effects. This rapid warming has profound implications for global climate patterns, human populations and wildlife.The...
by rmil2k | Feb 15, 2024 | News
An upcoming Chinese lunar mission will carry a small ecosystem and other payloads to test using lunar resources later this decade.China’s Chang’e 8 mission is a precursor mission for a moon base, named the International Lunar Research Station (ILRS) that...
by rmil2k | Feb 15, 2024 | Stargazing
Have you ever wondered what lies beyond our Earth’s atmosphere? The vast expanse of the cosmos has always been a source of awe and curiosity for humanity. But exploring the wonders of the universe has often been reserved for trained astronomers and those with...
