Tag: astronomy
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Webb Uncovers Centaurus A's Hidden Depths in Anniversary Images
The James Webb Space Telescope celebrates its fourth anniversary with stunning new infrared images of Centaurus A, revealing a complex, active galaxy and a dense tapestry of stars previously hidden by dust, showcasing four years of exceptional performance.
Science & TechnologyAstronomy and Space James Webb Space TelescopeCentaurus AGalaxyInfrared AstronomySpace ExplorationCosmic ImagesAstronomy
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NOAA Issues G3 Geomagnetic Storm Warning
NOAA warns of a G3 - Greater geomagnetic storm with a K-index of 7 or higher, effective from July 4, 2026, 05:00 UTC, until July 5, 2026, 12:00 UTC. This space weather event could affect technology.
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Webb Reveals How Exoplanet Survived Star's Death
The James Webb Space Telescope has observed exoplanet WD 1856 b orbiting a white dwarf, revealing its atmosphere and unexpected warmth. This offers a unique look into the future of Jupiter-like planets after their star's death.
Science & TechnologyAstronomy and Space James Webb Space TelescopeExoplanetWD 1856 bWhite DwarfAstronomyPlanetary ScienceSpace Exploration
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Media Monitor: White House Contract, Birthright Citizenship, Dark Matter Search Among Washington Post Reports
The Washington Post is reporting on a $500 million White House no-bid contract, the Supreme Court upholding birthright citizenship, a dark matter search in Chile, and stress management techniques.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyHealthWhite HouseFederal GovernmentLegalEducationSocial IssuesAstronomy and Space Donald TrumpSupreme CourtBirthright CitizenshipDark MatterAstronomyStress ManagementThe Washington Post
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NOAA Forecasts Minor Geomagnetic Storms This Week
NOAA forecasts G1 (Minor) geomagnetic storms for June 29-30 due to a coronal mass ejection, following a similar storm on June 25 caused by a coronal hole. The Space Weather Prediction Center advises on upcoming space weather.
Science & TechnologyAstronomy and SpaceFederal Government NOAASpace WeatherGeomagnetic StormCoronal Mass EjectionCoronal HoleBoulder, ColoradoAstronomySolar Flares
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Webb Pinpoints Millions of Stars in Cigar Galaxy
The James Webb Space Telescope has revealed millions of previously unseen stars within Messier 82, the Cigar Galaxy. This edge-on spiral galaxy, located 12 million light-years away, is known for its rapid star formation, offering new insights into galactic evolution.
Science & TechnologyMediaAstronomy and SpaceDigital and Print Publishing James Webb Space TelescopeCigar GalaxyMessier 82Star formationAstronomySpaceGalaxy
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Webb Reveals Surprising Makeup of Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS
The James Webb Space Telescope has revealed the surprising chemical makeup of Comet 3I/ATLAS, the third interstellar comet ever identified. Its ancient, distant origin challenges assumptions about conditions within our own Solar System.
Science & TechnologyAstronomy and Space Comet 3I/ATLASJames Webb Space TelescopeInterstellar CometChemical MakeupSolar SystemAstronomySpace Exploration
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Columbia Astronomy to Host Stargazing Event and Sky Survey Talk
Columbia University's Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics invites the public to a stargazing event on June 26. It features a talk by Sean Walker and Noor Aftab on the MDW Hydrogen-Alpha Sky Survey, followed by campus stargazing.
Science & TechnologyEducationAstronomy and Space Columbia UniversityAstronomyAstrophysicsStargazingMDW Hydrogen-Alpha Sky SurveySean WalkerNoor Aftabnewsletter
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Webb and Hubble Reveal Milky Way's Ancient 'Bulge Fossil Fragment'
New research using Webb and Hubble telescopes confirms Terzan 5 as a 'bulge fossil fragment,' a rare relic of the Milky Way's early formation with four distinct star-forming generations.
Science & TechnologyAstronomy and Space Terzan 5Milky Way galaxyJames Webb Space TelescopeHubble Space TelescopeBulge fossil fragmentsStar formationAstronomy
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Webb Telescope Finds Strongest Evidence for "Black Hole Stars"
The James Webb Space Telescope has found the strongest evidence yet for "black hole stars" by analyzing the spectrum of a "little red dot." This discovery helps solve the complex puzzle of these mysterious cosmic objects, first seen in 2022.
Science & TechnologyAstronomy and Space James Webb Space TelescopeBlack Hole StarsLittle Red DotsLRDsAstronomySpace ExplorationSpectroscopy
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Media Monitor: Northern Lights Visible Across Several States This Weekend
USA Today is reporting that the aurora borealis was visible from multiple states over the weekend, offering widespread viewing opportunities for the celestial phenomenon.
Science & TechnologyWeather Northern LightsAurora BorealisWeekendAstronomySpaceNatureUSA TODAY
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NOAA Issues Space Weather Advisory Following Minor Radio Blackouts and Geomagnetic Storms
The NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center has released its latest advisory, noting recent minor radio blackouts and geomagnetic storms, while forecasting a quiet period for space weather in the coming week.
Science & TechnologyWeatherPolitics and GovernmentAstronomy and SpaceGeneral WeatherFederal Government NOAASpace Weather Prediction CenterGeomagnetic StormRadio BlackoutScienceAstronomy