Astronomy
Early Tidal and Rotational Forces Helped Shape Moon
The shape of the moon deviates from a simple sphere in a way that scientists have struggled to explain. But…
Mysterious Molecules in Space Named?
It’s a well-kept secret that the vacuum of space is not — technically speaking — a vacuum. Strong winds generated…
ALMA Observes Binary Star System with Wacky Disks
When it comes to exoplanets, we’ve discovered an array of extremes — alien worlds that seem more like science fiction…
GAIA is “Go” for Science After a few Minor Hiccups
In astronomy we throw around the term "light-year" seemingly as fast as light itself travels. And yet actually measuring this…
Astrophoto Heaven: Video Time-Lapse Shows Spectacular Sky Above Desert National Park
Channelling all U2 fans: this stunning timelapse above Joshua Tree National Park is a walking tourism brochure for astrophotographers. The…
X-ray Glow: Evidence of a Local Hot Bubble Carved by a Supernova
I spent this past weekend backpacking in Rocky Mountain National Park, where although the snow-swept peaks and the dangerously close…
Observing Alert – Delta Aquarid Meteor Shower Peaks This Week
With the southern Delta Aquarid meteor shower peaking tomorrow morning, the summer meteor-watching season officially begins. While not a rich shower from…
The Little Rover that Could: Opportunity Reaches Odometer Milestone
NASA’s Opportunity mars rover now holds the off-Earth roving distance record after accruing 25 miles of driving. Given that the…
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…
Annual Atlanta Star Party Coming Soon!
If you happen to be attending DragonCon or just live near Atlanta, come and listen to some fantastic speakers and…