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- 23 March 2023
After Hayabusa2’s exciting rendezvous with the asteroid 162173 Ryugu, scientists have found organic molecules essential for life in samples returned to Earth. Could life have been brought to Earth by asteroids from the far reaches of our galaxy? In this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to know.
Read the full article- 21 March 2023
Since the James Webb Space Telescope came online in July 2022, we’ve enjoyed some of the most stunning and enlightening astronomy images ever seen. But now NASA has shared details of a new first for the telescope – a massive star ejecting cosmic dust as it’s about to go supernova.
Read the full article- 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- 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- 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- 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- 30 November 2022
Since starting active service in July, NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has delivered an array of compelling images and new data. And now it’s just offered another first – detailed chemical analysis of the atmosphere of an exoplanet located 700 light-years away. In this blog, we’ll tell you everything you need to know.
Read the full article- 25 October 2022
Have you ever gazed at the night sky and wondered if a being on a planet orbiting one of the stars above you is also staring out into the cosmos? Or maybe you’re convinced you’ve seen strange lights flashing in the sky? Well, a new study from NASA might just start to answer some of these questions.
Read the full article- 14 September 2022
When ordering a Super Star Gift, you can choose between a white and blue star certificate. The certificate contains your chosen star name, star date, constellation, star coordinate and unique registration code. Not sure which color to choose? In this blog, we’ll tell you more about the white and blue star certificate.
Read the full article- 20 August 2022
With every Super Star Gift comes the OSR Telescope. Start stargazing with this easy to use tool. Extend the barrel, point it to the sky and focus the lens to locate your star. In this blog, we’ve collected everything you need to know about the OSR Telescope.
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