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From: Jenifer (Zarknorph)
6/3/20
The image that is 'the implementation of E=MC squared, right there'
It may just look like a bright star under a galaxy, but this simple image captures a powerful moment in time that is instantly recognisable by astronomers.
Read more from www.abc.net.auFrom: Jenifer (Zarknorph)
6/4/20
June's night skies offer a planetary alignment and a duo of crescents. Here's how to watch
A rare and beautiful alignment of planets along with a conjunction of crescents await those willing to brave cool clear winter nights and mornings this month.
Read more from www.abc.net.auFrom: Jenifer (Zarknorph)
6/15/20
Mysterious green fireball filmed lighting up skies above the Pilbara
Stunning video of a bright green glow flashing across the Pilbara skies has sparked excitement among stargazers, but the "jury is out" on exactly what it was.
Read more from www.abc.net.auFrom: Jenifer (Zarknorph)
6/23/20
Stargazers in Asia and Middle East observe rare 'ring of fire'
A shimmering ring of light flashed into view on Sunday in parts of the eastern hemisphere as the moon drifted across the face of the sun in a rare eclipse.
Read more from www.abc.net.auFrom: Jenifer (Zarknorph)
6/26/20
NASA simulation shows what sunsets might look like on other worlds
Animated videos of computer simulated sunsets show what the sky might look like if you were looking up through a super-wide camera lens from Venus, Mars, Uranus or Titan.
Read more from www.abc.net.auFrom: Jenifer (Zarknorph)
7/4/20
This weekend the planets align for a full-moon, skywatchers' delight
This weekend kicks off a stellar month of night sky watching, with a lovely full Moon lining up with Jupiter and Saturn.
Read more from www.abc.net.auFrom: Di (amina046)
7/9/20
Comet C/2020 F3, also known as NEOWISE, is visible in the Northeast before dawn until July 11. After July 16 it will be visible in the Northwest evening sky....
From: Jenifer (Zarknorph)
7/13/20
Three countries are about to send missions to Mars. Two have never done it before
Three new spacecraft are launching to Mars this month and each of them will test new technologies in the race to reach the Red Planet next year, on a quest to find evidence of past life. We explain the missions and why July is the month to travel.
Read more from www.abc.net.auFrom: adwil
7/13/20
Jenifer (Zarknorph) said:Three new spacecraft are launching to Mars this month and each of them will test new technologies in the race to reach the Red Planet next year, on a quest to find evidence of past life. We explain the missions and why July is the month to travel.
I knew about China and the US and I knew about the Indians and Russians but not that the Emirates were getting involved. I suppose it's something speculative to do with your oil money while you have it. What is really interesting is that each 'visit' is looking at something different, almost as though the scientific community has co-ordinated everything.
From: Jenifer (Zarknorph)
7/14/20
adwil said:What is really interesting is that each 'visit' is looking at something different, almost as though the scientific community has co-ordinated everything.
Perhaps there is a direct correlation between intelligence and fear.
The more intelligent you are, the less you fear people from other countries.