Astronauts in space saw July 4th fireworks over LA

Astronauts in space saw July 4th fireworks over LA | Unidentified metal spheres found on Australian beach  | SpaceX launches 1st nuclear-powered satellite Created for znamenski.spacecom@blogger.com | Web Version   July 7, 2026 FOLLOW US FOLLOW US   Taking you out of this world, every day SIGN UP ⋅   WEBSITE   The Launchpad Astronauts in space saw July 4th fireworks over LA Happy Tuesday, space fans! Another day, another series of wild goings-on in space. Whether you enjoyed fireworks over this past weekend or not, I highly recommend checking out the video that astronauts took from the International Space Station of fireworks over Los Angeles. The entire city can be seen sparkling from space. With the recent fires that destroyed entire regions of the Los Angeles area last year, it's a bit surprising to see so many rogue fireworks all over the city, but hey  — at least the views from space are pretty neat.  SpaceX just had another major first, launching the first-ever nuclear-powered commercial satellite. Will this set a trend with other companies and across future satellite constellations? In stranger news, metal spheres have washed up on the shores in Australia. But don't worry, before you start listening to the conspiracists (I'm sure they're already hard at work on this one), it's already fairly clear that it's debris from a foreign rocket body, possibly a piece from a Chinese rocket launch that fell back to Earth. Still fascinating, though. We also have a revolutionary superconducting spacecraft thruster system, theories on nuking asteroids, and much more.  Check out what's big in space below: A cosmic view   Trending Unidentified metal spheres found on Australian beach  The Australian Space Agency is warning residents of Queensland to be on the lookout after metallic-looking spheres, possibly space debris, appeared on a beach. (It's not aliens) Spaceflight SpaceX launches 1st nuclear-powered satellite A satellite aboard SpaceX's Transporter-17 rideshare mission is the first commercially designed and operated spacecraft to harness nuclear energy in orbit. The first of its kind Skywatching The second Manhattanhenge of 2026 occurs this week Twice a year, the setting sun perfectly aligns with Manhattan's street grid, creating one of New York City's most spectacular skywatching events. Will you see it? 10 best Spanish cities to see the total solar eclipse 2026 From A Coruña and Bilbao to Madrid and Zaragoza, here's where to see the total solar eclipse on Aug. 12, 2026, in some of Spain's biggest cities. A total solar eclipse! Technology Revolutionary superconducting thruster completes test A novel space thruster using superconducting magnets completed its first orbital tests. The technology could in the future propel spacecraft using just the power of the sun. Acceleration without fuel The best way to nuke an asteroid on its way to Earth While no imminent asteroid threats have been found for Earth, Chinese scientists discussed two ways to deflect a space rock in case of trouble. Hear their thoughts Science & Astronomy The sun's atmosphere is way hotter than its surface NASA's Parker Solar Probe has found charged grains of dust being carried on magnetic plasma waves in the Sun's outer atmosphere, providing a new clue to the mystery of the Sun's corona is so hot. But why? Today in Space Astronaut flexes his muscles mid-spacewalk  NASA astronaut Chris Williams recently flexed his muscles for a photo while on a spacewalk with fellow astronaut Jessica Meir. This way to Muscle Beach Editor's Note Editor's Note That's it for our space update today! If you live in Australia, let us know if you find any mysterious metal spheres washing up on the shore. And for those in the NYC-area, this weekend you will have your second (and last) chance to see Manhattanhenge this year. If you miss it, it happens every year, but it's a fun time watching the sun perfectly align with the city's grid; human creation and nature blending together in a spectacular sunset show.  Coming up, we are excitedly looking forward to the 50th anniversary of NASA's Viking 1 lander, the first successful Mars lander in history. We'll be exploring its trailblazing mission and how and why we're still digging through its observations to this day. We are also counting down to a total solar eclipse as well as the launch of NASA's next major flagship mission: the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope. Stay tuned and we'll take you with us! And to stay as in the loop as possible, you can now get Space.com right in the palm of your hand with our new app available now on iOS and Android. Ad astra, per aspera Chelsea Gohd Content Manager, Space.com   Stay up-to-date on all things space science, news, and entertainment by subscribing to our newsletters. Sign Up   Follow SPACE Contact Us: Feedback | Advertise Sign Up | Update Profile | Unsubscribe Privacy Policy | Cookies Policy | Terms and Conditions When you purchase through links in our content, we may earn an affiliate commission.   Future US LLC © Full 7th Floor, 130 West 42nd Street, New York, NY, 10036

The Strawberry Moon is here — and it's unlike any other

Plus: Find the Summer Triangle and watch stunning footage of Tiangong crossing the moon Created for znamenski.spacecom@blogger.com | Web Version   June 29, 2026 FOLLOW US FOLLOW US   Just Look Up! SIGN UP ⋅   SHARE   What's Up This Week? Hello skywatchers! The end of June and the beginning of July bring some wonderful opportunities to get outside after dark, from June's spectacular full Strawberry Moon to one of the summer sky's finest signposts, the Summer Triangle. Later in the week, early risers can hunt down a close encounter between Mars and Uranus before finishing the week beneath the rich star fields of Scorpius.  Elsewhere in this issue, we're explaining why this year's Strawberry Moon is unlike any other full moon, taking a closer look at the giant Scorpion stretching across the summer sky and showcasing remarkable footage of China's Tiangong space station crossing the moon, captured by an amateur astrophotographer.  Here's what to watch for in the nights ahead.  Daisy Dobrijevic Skywatching Editor (Starry Night) June 29: The Strawberry Full Moon The full Strawberry Moon rises as the sun sets, illuminating the night from dusk until dawn. It will be the lowest-hanging full moon of the year and the first full moon of summer for the Northern Hemisphere. (Starry Night) July 1: Meet the Summer Triangle  One of the easiest star patterns to find returns to prominence this week. Look high in the eastern sky for the Summer Triangle, formed by the brilliant stars Vega, Deneb and Altair.  (Starry Night) July 4: Mars meets Uranus  Before dawn, Mars passes close to the distant ice giant Uranus in a rewarding binocular target. Mars' distinctive orange glow makes it relatively easy to find, while Uranus appears as a faint blue-green point nearby.    (Starry Night) July 5: Antares and the Scorpion's Heart  Scorpius dominates the southern sky on summer evenings, with fiery red Antares marking the heart of the celestial Scorpion. If you have a telescope, sweep just west of Antares to find the nearby globular cluster M4 — one of the closest star clusters of its kind to Earth and a rewarding target under dark skies.    Moon Calendar The Strawberry Moon rises tonight. Here's what to expect from June's full moon Don't miss June's full Strawberry Moon rise tonight (June 29), marking the first full moon of summer with a golden glow and an eye-catching moon illusion. In The News June's Strawberry Moon is unlike any other full moon. Here's why Think all full moons look the same? June's Strawberry Moon rises and sets at extreme points, tracing an unusually low path across the Northern Hemisphere sky. Read More Watch out for the giant scorpion hiding in the summer sky Scorpius is one of the few constellations that actually resembles its namesake — and this summer is the perfect time to find it. Read More Space.com just launched an app! Get your inside scoop on space exploration Our new Space.com app takes you out of this world, every day, for the latest space mission news, astronomical discoveries, night sky guides and more. Read More Your Amazing Astrophotos Watch China's Tiangong space station cross the moon in stunning amateur footage The Tiangong space station approaches Tycho Crater in stunning amateur transit footage. Read More Astronomy Kit and Accessories Best solar telescopes 2026: Safely observe and image the next total solar eclipse The best solar telescopes suitable for the next solar eclipse. Read More Celestron Origin Intelligent Home Observatory Mark II smart telescope review The Celestron Origin Mark II smart telescope will have you capturing crisp images of deep-sky objects within minutes of taking it out of the box. Read More Stay up-to-date on all things space science, news, and entertainment by subscribing to our newsletters. Sign Up   Follow Night Sky This Week Contact Us: Feedback | Advertise Sign Up | Update Profile | Unsubscribe Privacy Policy | Cookies Policy | Terms and Conditions When you purchase through links in our content, we may earn an affiliate commission.   Future US LLC © Full 7th Floor, 130 West 42nd Street, New York, NY, 10036.

Seminars Digest, Vol 86, Issue 6

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