The solstice is upon us, and for readers in the Northern Hemisphere, this means winter is coming. If only it felt like it. If you’re currently on the east coast of the United States, then you’re probably all too familiar with the Seattle-like weather pattern sweeping the north-eastern seaboard; that […]
Astronomical Calender
Taurid Meteor Shower Peaks Beginning of November
Unlike much of what happens on Halloween, there is no need to feel scared with this event. In the upcoming weeks, Earth is expected to encounter the Taurid meteor shower. Otherwise known as the “Halloween fireballs” (fireballs refer to very bright meteors), this meteor shower extends through October 20th to […]
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Upcoming Supermoon Lunar Eclipse
On September 27th, 2015, much of the Americas, Europe, Africa, areas of the eastern Pacific, and parts of West Asia will witness a rare event, a total lunar eclipse during a supermoon. Lasting 1 hour and 11 minutes, the eclipse begins at 8:11p.m. EDT and peaks at 10:47 p.m. EDT. […]
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Venus Shines Bright in the Night Sky
Sunrise holds the glimmering gem of the planet Venus this year from September to October. As the official beginning of autumn approaches, the magnitude brightness of the planet will only increase along with the sun rising later in the morning. Its intense brightness has caused some confusion among many spectators […]
