The enchanting region of Cygnus, with its myriad of celestial treasures, presents a perfect playground for amateur astronomers and seasoned stargazers alike. As the summer nights roll in, Messier 29 and Messier 39 shine brightly against the backdrop of the Milky Way, beckoning observers to take a closer look. Armed with a simple pair of […]
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The Axiom Mission 3 (Ax-3) crew recently joined the astronauts on the International Space Station (ISS) from the Expedition 70 mission. This marks the first all-European crewed mission to the Station. With the addition of the Ax-3 crew, there are now 11 astronauts aboard the ISS and a total of 14 people in orbit, including […]
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Northrop Grumman’s NG-20 mission is set to launch the Cygnus spacecraft S.S. Patricia Hilliard Robertson to the International Space Station (ISS) on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. This marks the first time a Cygnus mission will fly aboard a Falcon 9 instead of an Antares rocket. The launch is scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 30 at […]
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The International Space Station (ISS) recently reached a major milestone, celebrating its 25th year in orbit. Despite the occasion, the crew of Expedition 70 continued their ongoing work and experiments on board the orbital laboratory. Throughout the final quarter of 2023, cargo spacecraft arrived at the ISS to deliver supplies and fresh experiments while also […]
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Cygnus, also known as the Swan, is a constellation that dominates the summer nights with its abundance of bright deep-sky objects. Among its many celestial wonders, the Crescent Nebula (NGC 6888) stands out as a beautifully intricate and bubble-like Wolf-Rayet nebula. While it may pose a challenge for visual observers, it’s a dream come true […]
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