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The Wonders of the International Space Station

The International Space Station has been orbiting the earth since 1998. It travels at 17,500 mph! It makes the journey around the earth every 90 minutes.

October 11th, 2024

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JWST has forever changed how we see the universe

Discover how the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) is transforming our view of the universe with stunning images of Jupiter, Neptune, and the Carina Nebula.

October 2nd, 2024

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Hubble Space Telescope: The history and amazing discoveries

Hubble was simply an idea for decades. The stars had to align before the telescope came to fruition—a look at how the telescope finally saw the light of day.

August 8th, 2024

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Milkdromeda: Powerful Collision of Andromeda and the Milky Way

Andromeda is on a collision course with the Milky Way galaxy. The resulting 'Milkdromeda' will be an elliptical supergalaxy. JWST studies Andromeda's stars.

October 11th, 2024

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What are Exoplanets, and how many are out there?

Exoplanets are any planet not orbiting our sun. They are typically found orbiting other stars, but many exoplanets drift through space without a star.

October 11th, 2024

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20 Mind-Blowing Space Facts You Probably Didn't Know

Discover 20 mind-blowing space facts you probably didn't know. From black holes to distant galaxies and everything in between.

September 17th, 2024

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Meteor Showers – When can you see them?

Meteor showers occur almost year-round. So, when's the best time to watch, and where should you go for the best views? Find out what causes meteor showers.

August 12th, 2024

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We Are Star Stuff: The Cosmic Origins of Humanity Explained

Carl Sagan's famous quote, "We are star stuff," isn't just poetic—it's scientific. Discover how the elements in our bodies were forged in the hearts of stars.

October 11th, 2024

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Are we alone in this massive universe?

Are we alone in the universe? Despite numerous reports and a vast scientific community devoted to the search, there is still no conclusive evidence.

October 2nd, 2024

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Searching for Dangerous Asteroids: Protecting Earth from Space Threats

Astronomers are actively searching for Earthbound asteroids every day. These are asteroids on a trajectory that could potentially collide with Earth.

August 8th, 2024

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