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- 21 February 2023
Jupiter has long held the title of the largest planet in our Solar System. But after the confirmation of 12 additional moons orbiting the mammoth planet, it can now also claim to have more moons than any other planet in our system. In this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about the Jovian system’s newest additions.
Read the full article- 21 February 2023
A favourite plot device of any science fiction writer, wormholes and their potential to allow travel over vast distances have inspired our imaginations just as much as they have inspired cinema. But what is a wormhole? In this article, we’ll look at the theories and facts and discuss whether these incredible intergalactic highways could be real.
Read the full article- 2 February 2023
When you think of the Solar System, your first thought probably goes to either the Sun or one of its orbiting planets. But beyond the path of Neptune lies a frontier of which we are only just beginning to scratch the surface. In this article, we’ll delve into the icy world of the Kuiper Belt.
Read the full article- 1 February 2023
Many civilisations throughout history have had insightful knowledge of the world around them, even extending to the stars. But sometimes, a particular culture knows more than seems likely, leading you to wonder – how did they know that? In this article, we’ll look at the story of Mali’s Dogon people and their unlikely knowledge of the stars.
Read the full article- 25 January 2023
As we venture further into space, new and improved technology is required to bring previously unattainable destinations into reach. In an exciting development, NASA has this week announced plans to develop a new nuclear thermal rocket engine to help take humans to Mars for the first time.
Read the full article- 18 January 2023
The most romantic day of the year is fast approaching, so now’s the perfect time to start thinking about the ideal gift for the special person in your life. In this article, we’ll take a look at the top astronomy gift ideas for Valentine’s Day.
Read the full article- 9 January 2023
In the coming weeks, comet C/2022 E3 (ZTF) will pass through the inner solar system and could be 2023’s brightest comet in the night sky. In this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about the visiting comet and, if everything goes to plan, how you can see it.
Read the full article- 4 January 2023
There’s no doubt about it – the universe is BIG. We’re reasonably sure that the part of the universe we can see is around 93 billion light years across. But how big is the whole universe, and does it go on forever? In this article, we’ll consider the question: is the universe infinite?
Read the full article- 24 December 2022
After a detailed analysis of 15 years’ worth of data, astronomers have shared a breathtaking map displaying a section of the observable universe. In this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about the Map of the Observable Universe and how you can see the relative locations and colour details of around 200,000 galaxies.
Read the full article- 18 December 2022
The observable universe is 93 billion light-years across and filled with trillions of stars, many believed to play host to planets. Life should be absolutely everywhere… so why haven’t we heard from anyone yet? In this article, we’ll explain everything you need to know about the Fermi paradox.
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