Tag: Astronomical Phenomena
Black Hole Jets: Largest Pair Stretches 23 Million Light-Years
An extraordinary discovery has been made by a team of physicists who observed the largest black hole jets ever seen in a galaxy 7.5 billion light-years away. These massive jets, named Porphyrion after a...
Ultimate ‘Super Star Cluster’ Spotted by James Webb Telescope in Milky Way’s Deep Space
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has captured an incredible image of the super star cluster Westerlund 1, located 12,000 light-years away in the constellation Ara. This cluster is known as a galactic factory,...
Spot Earth’s New ‘Minimoon’ with the Naked Eye Now!
On Sunday, Earth captured a new "minimoon" called 2024 PT5, a small asteroid that will orbit our planet for the next two months. This near-Earth asteroid measures about 33 feet wide, similar to the...
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...
2021 Perseid Meteor Shower: Spectacular Display in UK Skies
Stargazers in the UK were treated to a stunning display of the Perseid meteor shower last weekend, with shooting stars lighting up the night sky. Some lucky observers in northern areas like Northumbria, North...
Uncovering the Mystery of Long-Lasting Meteor Trails
Meteors that streak through the sky leaving behind a persistent afterglow have long intrigued astronomers. A recent study published in the Journal of Geophysical Research: Space Physics sheds light on the mystery behind these...
Cosmic Restaurant Goes Dark: A Surprising Twist
The Palomar Observatory in Southern California, known for its iconic 200-inch Hale Telescope, has recently made a surprising announcement. The kitchen that once served astronomers with elegant sit-down meals during their observing runs has...
Stargazing Guide: Venus, Earthshine, and Perseid Meteor Shower Viewing this Week
This week, from August 5th to August 11th, there are some exciting events happening in the night sky that you can enjoy with just your eyes. While a telescope or binoculars can help you...
Moon and Venus Conjunction: August 5 Night Sky Viewing Opportunity
On August 5, Venus, the brightest planet, will pass very close to a crescent moon in the twilight sky, creating a stunning celestial sight. This event may have inspired symbols on flags or famous...
Cosmic Restaurant Goes Dark: Understanding the Phenomenon
Palomar Observatory, located in Southern California, is bidding farewell to a long-standing tradition of serving elegant sit-down meals to astronomers during their observing runs. The California Institute of Technology, which owns and operates the...