The OSR Guide will guide you through the magic of our universe. Here you will find out how to name a star, and all there is to know about naming a star after someone.
- 1 May 2023
For thousands of years, humans have been fascinated by auroras, colourful light displays in the night sky. But what are auroras? In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the beautiful natural phenomena, examining the cause, types, and myths of auroras.
Read the full article- 30 April 2023
Catching a glimpse of a shooting star can be a mesmerising experience. But how about finding your very own meteorite that’s made its way through space to right here on Earth? In this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about how to find meteorites.
Read the full article- 9 April 2023
As astronomers continue to learn more about worlds beyond our solar system, a recent discovery might just have broken new ground on potentially habitable exoplanets. In this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about the latest from YZ Ceti b.
Read the full article- 1 March 2023
For over 70 years, Pluto was proudly part of the Solar System Planet Club until the International Astronomical Union revoked its membership in 2006. But what changed for Pluto to lose its planetary status? In this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to know.
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- 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- 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- 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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