Tag: Space Observation
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Virgil the Cosmic Behemoth: JWST Watches a Galaxy Transform from Quiescent to Monster
Introduction: A Galaxy that Marries Mystery and Magnitude In a display that feels straight out of a sci‑fi storyboard, the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has observed a galaxy nicknamed “Virgil” performing a dramatic, almost Jekyll-and Hyde–like transformation. From a relatively placid disk to a towering, dynamically charged beast of a galaxy, Virgil delivers a…
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Hubble Captures Asteroid Collisions Around Nearby Star Fomalhaut
A Historic Look at a Distant Debris Disk In a landmark observation, NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope has documented direct evidence of catastrophic asteroid-like collisions in a nearby planetary system. The star, Fomalhaut, is a well-known bright beacon about 25 light-years away in the constellation Piscis Austrinus. For decades, astronomers have studied the debris disk surrounding…
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When will comet 3I/ATLAS be closest to Earth tonight? Experts pin the exact moment
Overview: Interstellar visitor 3I/ATLAS approaches Earth Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS has been a source of fascination for skywatchers and scientists alike as it sails through our solar system. Although its closest pass to Earth is not a threat to our planet, it offers a rare chance to study a body from outside the solar system. Recent…
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Is It Natural? Understanding the Striking Protrusion on Interstellar Visitor 3I/ATLAS
Introduction: A visitor from beyond the solar system When a visitor from another star system crosses our planetary neighborhood, scientists rush to gather data before the object speeds away. The interstellar comet labeled 3I/ATLAS has drawn particular attention as it approaches Earth, not only for its orbit but for a striking protrusion observed along its…
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Rare Lunar Impact Flash Footage: Ireland’s AOP Capture Makes History
Groundbreaking Footage from Armagh Observatory and Planetarium An experiment in celestial monitoring turned historic as an astronomer at Armagh Observatory and Planetarium (AOP) captured what researchers believe could be the first video recording of a lunar impact flash from Ireland. The event, recorded by final-year PhD student Andrew Marshall-Lee, marks a milestone in the ongoing…
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Comet C/2025 K1 ATLAS Breaks Apart: Stunning Telescope Images
Comet C/2025 K1 (ATLAS) Near-Sun Passage Triggers Dramatic Change The comet designated C/2025 K1, also known as ATLAS, has become a striking example of how fragile icy wanderers can be when they venture close to the Sun. Discovered earlier this year, ATLAS has drawn the attention of astronomers and skywatchers alike as it made a…
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Watching the Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS: Nov. 16 Live Telescope Stream
What’s happening on November 16 On November 16, astronomy fans have a rare chance to watch a true interstellar visitor through detailed telescope views. Comet 3I/ATLAS, identified as an object from outside our solar system, is speeding away from the Sun on an escape trajectory. The Virtual Telescope Project will host a livestream that lets…
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Watching 3I/ATLAS: Interstellar Comet Live Stream on Nov. 16
Overview: A rare interstellar visitor heads into the depths of space The night sky is set to host a unique astronomical event as interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS makes a dramatic exit from our solar system. On Nov. 16, stargazers around the world can tune in to a free telescope livestream hosted by the Virtual Telescope Project,…
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Elon Musk Responds to Alien 3I/ATLAS Speculation Today
The Sighting That Sparked the Speculation On July 1, 2025, astronomers at the Asteroid Terrestrial-impact Last Alert System (ATLAS) observed an object racing through the inner Solar System at a speed that suggested it would depart just as quickly as it arrived. The initial data sparked a flurry of analyses from observatories around the world,…
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Following the Trajectory of Comet 3I/Atlas: A Practical Guide for Stampe Enthusiasts
Understanding Comet 3I/Atlas and Its Trajectory Comet 3I/Atlas, an interstellar visitor detected in 2017, offered a rare glimpse into a celestial object formed beyond our solar system. Unlike typical comets bound to the Sun, 3I/Atlas follows a hyperbolic path, passing through the inner solar system before continuing into interstellar space. For amateur astronomers and curious…