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The occultation of Saturn by the Moon offers a remarkable celestial spectacle for stargazers and astronomy enthusiasts alike. On the pre-dawn of 21 August, as the nearly full Moon gracefully passes in front of the ringed giant, it creates an opportunity for all to witness an exquisite dance of cosmic bodies. For those in the […]

The annual Perseid meteor shower, a sublime cosmic ballet, enchants stargazers with its dazzling display. This year’s peak viewing is poised for a spectacular show, reaching its zenith on the night of August 12th into the early hours of August 13th. During this period, stargazers can expect to witness a breathtaking array of meteors, with […]

On the 9th of August, an extraordinary astronomical event unfolds as Titan, the largest moon of Saturn, transitions behind the gas giant, creating a spectacular occultation. This phenomenon occurs at approximately 4:45 am BST (03:45 to 06:25 UT), marking a moment of profound cosmic alignment that captures the attention of both amateur and professional astronomers […]

On the mornings of 13 and 14 August, stargazers will witness a spectacular astronomical event as Mars and Jupiter align beautifully in the sky. The two planets will appear remarkably close, with Mars positioned roughly 23 arcminutes above and to the left of brilliant Jupiter. This proximity is particularly noteworthy as it is a distance […]

The cosmos is a vivid tapestry of color and energy, with emission and reflection nebulae at the forefront, captivating astronomers and enthusiasts alike. Each type of nebula possesses distinct characteristics that not only define their appearances but also reveal much about the processes occurring within these celestial structures. Understanding these nebulae requires a dive into […]

Perseverance, the intrepid Mars rover, has been pioneering innovative “adaptive sampling” techniques that harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to autonomously identify and analyze mineral compositions in Martian rocks. This groundbreaking approach marks a significant stride toward creating “smart” spacecraft capable of independent scientific exploration. At the heart of this technology lies PIXL (Planetary […]

Next month, ESA’s Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer (Juice) will carry out a daring and unprecedented maneuver – the first combined lunar-Earth flyby. This highly precise maneuver will harness the gravitational forces of the Moon and Earth in quick succession, bending Juice’s trajectory and lining it up for the next stage of its journey to Jupiter. […]

Planet Labs PBC, a leading provider of daily Earth data and insights, has secured a significant pilot contract with an international defense ministry. This groundbreaking partnership showcases the company’s commitment to using artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance its satellite data offerings. In collaboration with SynMax, a Houston-based satellite analytics and intelligence company, Planet is introducing […]

An antenna on ExoMars’ Trace Gas Orbiter has been repurposed to help researchers explore new areas of the Martian atmosphere. Using this modified equipment, a team including researchers from Imperial College London has investigated previously unreachable regions of Mars’ atmosphere. These areas, which can obstruct radio signals, are vital for future Mars habitation missions. The […]

ESA’s Space Safety program has obtained permission to begin preparatory work for its next planetary defense mission – the Rapid Apophis Mission for Space Safety (Ramses). Ramses will rendezvous with the asteroid 99942 Apophis and accompany it through its exceptionally close flyby of Earth in 2029. This rare event, where an asteroid of this size […]