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Clouds part for Transit of Venus from Princeton University
[/caption] Despite a horrendous weather forecast, the clouds parted - at least partially - just in the nick of time…
Enter the Universe Today “Wonders of the Universe” Contest!
If you've seen the excellent BBC/Science Channel series "Wonders of the Universe," you know that host Brian Cox's natural enthusiasm…
Missing ‘Big Bang’ Antarctic Telescope Found
[/caption] Astronomers and students from the University of Minnesota hoping to search for radiation left over from the Big Bang…
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Spot the New Space Era as ISS & Dragon Streak Across the Sky – This Week Only !
[/caption] This week and this week only you can see the dawn of the new Commercial Space Era with your…
Weekly SkyWatcher’s Forecast: May 21-27, 2012
[/caption] Greetings, fellow SkyWatchers! Here's hoping you had an opportunity to witness yesterday's eclipse! Even the partial phase here in…
Amazing Eclipse Timelapse Shows the Sun’s Chromosphere
We've added loads of images and videos to our eclipse gallery from last night annular solar eclipse, but this one…
Venus Transit — There’s an App for That!
[/caption] There have been only six Venus transits since the invention of the telescope in the early 17th century. It…
Crowdsourcing the Hunt for Potentially Dangerous Asteroids
[/caption] What’s the best way to look for potentially hazardous asteroids? Get as many eyes on the sky as you…
It’s Time to Welcome Night Shining Clouds
[/caption] Astronomers usually curse and shake their fist at clouds for obscuring the sky and spoiling their observations. This month…
Weekly SkyWatcher’s Forecast: April 30-May 6, 2012
[/caption] Greetings, fellow SkyWatchers! Are you ready for another week filled with bright planets, a meteor shower, challenging lunar features,…