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Hunting for “Minimoons” Orbiting Earth
It’s an engaging thought experiment. What if Earth had multiple moons? Our world has one large natural satellite, just over…
Observing Neptune: A Guide to the 2014 Opposition Season
Never seen Neptune? Now is a good time to try, as the outermost ice giant world reaches opposition this weekend…
Astronomy History and Future Come Together at the South Carolina State Museum
Seeking out science and astronomy in South Carolina? You’re in luck, as we’re pleased to report the South Carolina State…
Remembering the “World War I Eclipse”
The paths of total solar eclipses care not for political borders or conflicts, often crossing over war-torn lands. Such was…
A Spectacular Dawn Conjunction of Venus and Jupiter Set For August 18th
“What are those two bright stars in the morning sky?” About once a year we can be assured that we’ll…
Get Set For Super (Duper?) Moon 2 of 3 For 2014
You could be forgiven for thinking this summer that the “supermoon” is now a monthly occurrence. But this coming weekend’s…
When Good Meteor Showers Go Bad: Prospects for the 2014 Perseids
It’s that time of year again, when the most famous of all meteor showers puts on its best display. Why…
Having Fun with the Equation of Time
If you’re like us, you might’ve looked at a globe of the Earth in elementary school long before the days…
Observing Challenge: 6 White Dwarf Stars to See in Your Backyard Telescope
Looking for something off beat to observe? Some examples of curious astronomical objects lie within the reach of the dedicated…
Would the Real ‘SuperMoon’ Please Stand Up?
‘Tis the season once again, when rogue Full Moons nearing perigee seem roam the summer skies to the breathless exhortations…