The universe is like a safe to which there is a combination. But the combination is locked up in the safe.

— Peter De Vries

Astronomy

Is the Moon Best Left Alone?

Universe Today - Sat, 08/02/2025 - 5:34pm

I’m not exaggerating when I say that our studies of the Moon have unlocked the mysteries of the universe.

Categories: Astronomy

Strong Support for NASA and Project Artemis Will Advance the U.S.

Scientific American.com - Sat, 08/02/2025 - 12:00pm

NASA needs clear support from the White House if we want to win the new space race

Categories: Astronomy

Scientists scan famous 'Earthrise' crater on mission to find alien life in our solar system

Space.com - Sat, 08/02/2025 - 12:00pm
A large lunar crater featured in the iconic 'Earthrise' photo has just helped the European JUICE spacecraft hone its alien-hunting instruments during a once-in-a-lifetime flyby.
Categories: Astronomy

August Moon: Here's what to look for during all 4 major moon phases

Space.com - Sat, 08/02/2025 - 11:00am
Join us on a guided telescope tour of August's moon, featuring distinct targets for each of the four major lunar phases.
Categories: Astronomy

Ghana has a rare treasure, a crater made when a meteor hit Earth: why it needs to be protected

Space.com - Sat, 08/02/2025 - 10:00am
The Bosumtwi impact crater in Ghana is well preserved, making it a hotspot for space research.
Categories: Astronomy

'Lexx' appeal: A deeply underrated sci-fi classic that was equal parts Farscape, Star Wars, and Red Dwarf

Space.com - Sat, 08/02/2025 - 9:00am
A band of misfits aboard a stolen planet-killing starship, the wild, weird Lexx is the best 90s sci-fi show you've never seen.
Categories: Astronomy

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APOD - Sat, 08/02/2025 - 8:00am

Have you ever watched a lightning storm in awe?


Categories: Astronomy, NASA