The Race of Astronomers: The Messier Marathon From mid-near the end of March, astronomers prepare groups, snacks, locations, and their telescope setups (called scopes) in preparation for the annual Messier Marathon. But this isn’t your typical type of marathon. No,…
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In the early months of 2023, astronomers and stargazers alike were blessed with a rare celestial object that raced through the skies of the Northern Hemisphere – the sight of the “Green Comet”, also known as C/2022 E3 (ZTF). Although…
If you follow science media at all, there is a good chance that you have heard of the infamous “Green Comet”. Known as C/2022 E3 (ZTF), this comet has grabbed the attention of many astronomers, citizens, and the media in…
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Twinkle, twinkle, little star… We have all heard or sang this song as a kid. But is the song actually based on facts? Do stars really twinkle or is it just an illusion? What is a Star? According to the…
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The case of whether extraterrestrial creatures exist has constantly confounded astronomers and the public alike, sparking international debate. However, discovering a particular astronomical megastructure would potentially end this debate and cement the idea that extraterrestrial creatures do exist. These theoretical…