Monday, July 17, 2023

Super-close supernova captivates citizen scientists

Super-close supernova captivates citizen scientists | Where did the interstellar object 'Oumuamua come from? | Space quiz! So far, astronomers have discovered only two confirmed interstellar objects in our solar system, 'Oumuamua and what?
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July 17, 2023
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The Launchpad
Super-close supernova captivates citizen scientists
(Leslie Proudfit)
The closest cosmic explosion to Earth in the last 10 years became a record breaker for the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SET) Institute.
Full Story: Space (7/16) 
Where did the interstellar object 'Oumuamua come from?
(ESA/Hubble, NASA, ESO, M. Kornmesser)
Its speed could tell us.
Full Story: Space (7/15) 
Space quiz! So far, astronomers have discovered only two confirmed interstellar objects in our solar system, 'Oumuamua and what?
Learn the answer here!
Vote2I/Borisov
VoteHale-Bopp
VoteC/1980 E1 (Bowell)
Vote514107 Kaepaokaawela
Space Deal of the Day
Best stargazing apps to help you navigate the night sky
(Getty Images)
Our roundup of the best stargazing apps for Android and iOS smartphones that'll enhance your knowledge of the cosmos.
Full Story: Space (4/24) 
Skywatching
Astrophoto of the month: Dragons of Ara
(Vikas Chander)
Our astrophoto of the month is a dramatic scene of emission nebulas NGC 6188 and NGC 6188 in the constellation Ara captured by astrophotographer Vikas Chander.
Full Story: Space (6/19) 
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Spaceflight
What's next for India's Chandrayaan-3 moon mission?
(Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO))
India's third lunar exploration mission lifted off on Friday (July 14) and is set to arrive at the moon in late August.
Full Story: Space (7/14) 
These 3 Orion spacecraft will carry astronauts to the moon
(NASA/Marie Reed)
A trio of mooncraft met in an assembly room.
Full Story: Space (7/15) 
Science & Astronomy
Water on Mars carved deep gullies and left a 'great puzzle'
(NASA/JPL-Caltech/University of Arizona)
"They look very Earth-like, but they're on Mars, so how could they form there?"
Full Story: Space (7/17) 
Hubble telescope captures stunning shot of spiral galaxy
(ESA/Hubble & NASA, A. Filippenko, J. D. Lyman)
The picturesque spiral lies about 184 million light-years from Earth.
Full Story: Space (7/16) 
Technology
Truly to open 1st zero-gravity hard seltzer bar
(Truly Hard Seltzer)
Five lucky fans and their guests will get the chance to float up to the Truly Zero Gravity Bar.
Full Story: Space (7/15) 
Entertainment
Las Vegas Sphere transforms into Earth, Mars and moon
(Greg Doherty/Getty Images)
The world's largest LED display transformed into solar system bodies on July 4.
Full Story: Space (7/14) 
 
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Friday, July 14, 2023

SpaceX aborts Falcon 9's record-tying 16th launch attempt

India launches moon rover to land at lunar south pole | SpaceX aborts Falcon 9's record-tying 16th launch attempt | Space quiz! India hopes to become the 4th country to make a soft landing on the moon. Which of the following countries has NOT landed on the moon?
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The Launchpad
India launches moon rover to land at lunar south pole
(ISRO)
India hopes Chandrayaan-3 makes it the fourth nation to land on the moon.
Full Story: Space (7/14) 
SpaceX aborts Falcon 9's record-tying 16th launch attempt
(SpaceX)
The launch was called off with 40 seconds left in the countdown.
Full Story: Space (7/14) 
Space quiz! India hopes to become the 4th country to make a soft landing on the moon. Which of the following countries has NOT landed on the moon?
Learn the answer here!
VoteUnited States
VoteChina
VoteJapan
VoteFormer Soviet Union
Space Deal of the Day
Best compact binoculars 2023: Travel-friendly models
(Getty Images)
The best compact binoculars are not only portable and affordable, but great for everyday travel, hiking, wildlife viewing and sky watching.
Full Story: Space (5/22) 
Spaceflight
Watch Rocket Lab launch 7 satellites, return booster today
(Rocket Lab)
Rocket Lab will launch seven satellites to orbit today (July 14) on a mission that will also feature a booster recovery, and you can watch the action live.
Full Story: Space (7/14) 
ULA delays Vulcan rocket's debut after fireball during test
(ULA)
We'll have to wait a bit longer for the first flight of United Launch Alliance's (ULA) new heavy-lift rocket.
Full Story: Space (7/13) 
Science & Astronomy
What are El Niño and La Niña?
(Getty Images)
We explore the events in more detail here and take a look at how they impact Earth's weather.
Full Story: Space (7/13) 
Hubble telescope eyes the making of a 'cosmic monster'
(ESA/Hubble & NASA, H. Ebeling)
Full Story: Space (7/13) 
Technology
NASA doubles spacesuit options for Artemis astronauts
(NASA)
Axiom Space and Collins Aerospace will develop up to four new spacesuit designs for the moon and low-Earth orbit.
Full Story: Space (7/13) 
Entertainment
See Wimbledon from space in new satellite image
(Planet Labs PBC)
You can't quite make out the strawberries and cream.
Full Story: Space (7/14) 
Star Trek
'Star Trek' costume designer dishes on her dazzling outfits
(Paramount)
Bernadette Croft's regal fairy tale outfits in Season 1's 'The Elysian Kingdom' were definitely award-worthy.
Full Story: Space (7/13) 
 
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