Celestial Highlights This Week: Watch Out For the Venus-Moon Conjunction, Meteor Shower, and More

SPACE 11.06.2023 06:09 AM

This week's celestial highlights include a Venus-Moon conjunction, a meteor shower, and a crescent moon near Regulus and Venus. Continue reading to learn more details.

Mysterious 'Blobs' in Earth's Mantle Might Be the Remnants From the Protoplanet Collision That Birthed the Moon

11.03.2023 08:11 AM

An ancient collision with Theia, a Mars-sized object, gave rise to the moon, and scientists now suspect they've found its remnants in Earth's deep mantle. Continue reading for more details.

Discovering Lunar Marvels: 9 Captivating Moon Facts That Leave You Spellbound

10.31.2023 05:47 AM

The Moon, Earth's celestial companion, captivates with its modest size and ever-visible face, hiding its far side in mystery. Read on to learn more about the lunar satellite.

NASA and ESA To Bring Next Generation Lunar Camera for Future Moon Missions

10.31.2023 05:00 AM

NASA and ESA engineers develop and test the Handheld Universal Lunar Camera (HULC) which will be used to capture the surface of the Moon. Learn more about it in this article.

Lunar Round Trip: How Long Will It Take To Walk Around the Moon?

10.26.2023 10:00 AM

Time spent on a walk around the Moon depends on several factors such as a person’s walking speed, number of hours per day of walking, and geographical detours that need to be overcome. Read the article to find out more.

Moon's Age Pushed Back 40 Million Years Beyond Previous Estimates Through Zircon Crystal Analysis from Apollo 17 Mission

10.23.2023 23:59 PM

New analysis of Apollo 17 zircon crystals shows the moon's formation was 40 million years earlier than thought, suggesting even greater age. Read the article for more details.

Hunter's Moon: How to Catch a Glimpse of This Celestial Delight in the Sky This Week?

10.23.2023 06:32 AM

This week, the Hunter's Moon shines brightly in the night sky, offering a beautiful lunar display for all to see. Continue reading to learn how to observe it.

Space Photo of the Week: NASA's Juno Spacecraft Captures Up Close Photo of Jupiter's Volcanic Moon Io at 7,260 Miles

10.23.2023 01:19 AM

NASA's Juno spacecraft captured the highest-resolution image of Jupiter's volcanic moon Io in 22 years, unveiling its mountainous north pole. Check it out in this article.

India Sets Sights on Moon Landing by 2040, Envisions Space Station by 2035

10.19.2023 05:32 AM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi pledged to establish India's inaugural space station, aligning with NASA's 2025 moon return and China's 2030 plans. Read the article for more details.

Rare Annular Solar Eclipse Best Photos: Citizens Share Spectacular Images of Last Weekend's Eclipse Across the Americas

10.17.2023 00:45 AM

The annular solar eclipse or 'Ring of Fire' wowed North, Central, and South America on October 14 with the best photos capturing this celestial spectacle. Check them out in this article

From 'Ring of Fire' to Total Solar Eclipse: What To Expect From the Upcoming Celestial Meeting Next Year

10.16.2023 07:55 AM

A total solar eclipse is expected on April 8, 2024, just six months after the annular solar eclipse last weekend. Read the article to learn more details of this celestial event.

Orionid Meteor Shower Peak and More: Here's What To Look Expect in the Night Sky This Week

10.15.2023 21:54 PM

The annual Orionid meteor shower will be peaking from October 21 to 22. Read to learn more. The highlight of last week was the annular "ring of fire" solar eclipse.

What To Expect During a Solar Eclipse? 10 Unusual Phenomena to Look Out for This Weekend

10.14.2023 02:46 AM

Expect unusual phenomena during the partial solar eclipse on October 14 with an annular aspect that will obscure up to 90% of the sun. Check out the 10 bizarre things that could happen this weekend.

Turning Moon Dust into Smooth Lunar Roads: ESA's 'PAVER' Project for Future Lunar Colonies

10.13.2023 02:34 AM

Scientists are planning to build roads on the Moon created by melting lunar dust with lasers or focusing sunlight through a lens for strong, glassy material. Read the article to learn more details.

Toyota's Baby Lunar Cruiser Could Allow Humans To Take a Drive on the Moon, Set To Land in 2029

10.10.2023 22:31 PM

The Baby Lunar Cruiser will be capable of holding two people for a full two weeks, enabling these individuals to work and live inside the vehicle as they explore the surface of the Moon. Read to learn more.

Prada Joins Forces with Axiom Space to Create Cutting-Edge Spacesuits for NASA's Historic 2025 Artemis III Moon Mission

10.07.2023 05:31 AM

Prada and Axiom Space plan to create stylish spacesuits, AxEMUs, for NASA's Artemis III mission, combining fashion with functionality. Continue reading to learn more details.

Last Supermoon of 2023: Here's How To Watch the Full Harvest Moon

09.26.2023 21:44 PM

2023 is filled with a rare lineup of four supermoons that occur from July to September. This supermoon will be the last one of the year. Read to learn more.

Weekly Stargazing Highlights in the Northern Hemisphere: See Saturn and This Year's Last Supermoon

09.25.2023 06:50 AM

This weekly stargazing guide highlights celestial events in the northern hemisphere, like the "Harvest Moon" which is the last supermoon of 2023. Continue reading to learn more.

Chandrayaan-3 Misses Crucial Wake-Up Call During Lunar Night: What Could Have Possibly Gone Wrong?

09.23.2023 00:38 AM

Chandrayaan-3 succeeded in its mission but lost contact with its lander and rover during a lunar night two weeks ago. Read the article for more details.

50 Years Post-Apollo 11: Moon's South Pole Draws Global Space Exploration Interest, But What's the Attraction?

09.22.2023 15:57 PM

The Lunar South Pole's uncharted territory attracts global interest as nations return to the Moon, offering new opportunities for exploration. Read the article to learn more.

Jupiter’s Moon Europa May Hold Carbon in Ocean Beneath Its Icy Shell [Study]

09.22.2023 04:30 AM

Earth may not only be the sole ocean world in our solar system because a new study suggests Jupiter's moon Europa may share the same title. Continue reading to learn more.