Tag: Astronomical Events
2022’s Most Spectacular Comet to Illuminate Night Sky
A comet that has not been seen since the time of the Neanderthals is making its way back into our night sky. Known as the A3 comet or C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-Atlas), this celestial body...
Frequency of Primordial Black Holes Passing through Solar System
The possibility of primordial black holes passing through our solar system has long intrigued scientists, sparking new research and exploration into this phenomenon. A recent study suggests that if these microscopic black holes, believed...
The Impact of Passing Stars on the Formation of Solar System’s Moons
The Impact of Passing Stars on the Formation of Solar System's MoonsIrregular moons, like Saturn's Phoebe, aren't oddly shaped. Instead, such satellites orbit their planets on highly tilted, oval-shaped trajectories. This unique characteristic has...
Rare Jupiter and Mars Encounter: Stunning Photos from Astrophotographers
Rare Jupiter and Mars Encounter: A Celestial Spectacle for AstrophotographersIn the early hours surrounding Wednesday, Aug. 14, the night sky treated avid astrophotographers to a stunning planetary rendezvous between the red planet Mars and...
Spotting the JUICE Spacecraft During Near-Earth Flyby
The JUICE spacecraft, short for Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer, is embarking on a groundbreaking mission that involves a rare gravitational boost from both Earth and the moon. This maneuver, scheduled for August 19 and...
Best Places to Watch the Perseid Meteor Shower: Up to 100 Shooting Stars Per...
Stargazers across the UK are in for a celestial treat as the Perseid meteor shower, considered the "best meteor shower of the year," is expected to peak on the night of August 12, continuing...
Perseids Meteor Shower Peaks in Mid-Month Spectacular
The highly anticipated annual Perseid meteor shower is set to dazzle skywatchers on the night of August 12th into the early hours of August 13th. This spectacular event will peak with an impressive display...
How to Watch the Perseids Meteor Shower at its Peak
The Perseids meteor shower is currently at its peak, offering a stunning display of warm summer nights and swift colorful streaks across the sky. This meteor shower is a favorite among skywatchers due to...
Don’t Miss the Spectacular Perseid Meteor Shower Peak Next Week
The Perseid meteor shower is a dazzling celestial event that offers a unique opportunity to witness shooting stars streaking across the night sky. This annual event occurs when the Earth passes through debris left...
Captivating Astronomy Photographer of the Year Shortlist Images
From an aurora dancing in the sky to a whale sailing across the sun, the Astronomy Photographer of the Year shortlisted images for 2024 are truly captivating. These stunning photographs showcase the beauty and...
August 2024 New Moon: Venus Conjunction Event
The new moon on August 4, 2024, will bring a special celestial event as it makes a close pass to Venus. This conjunction will be followed by Venus and Mercury coming close together, forming...