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Webb set to arrive at its final destination, L2
The James Webb Space Telescope launched December 25, 2021. It successfully unfolded and is on its way to L2, where it will begin its science mission.
January 22, 2022
Video: Shielded versus unshielded lighting
A new video gives a dramatic demonstration of shielded versus unshielded lighting. Remember to buy outdoor lighting that preserves our night skies.
January 12, 2022
Juno spacecraft’s 4 latest discoveries at Jupiter
Juno has been studying Jupiter and its moons since it arrived at the giant planet in 2016. Here are 4 of its newest discoveries, courtesy of NASA.
December 26, 2021
Webb Telescope launch December 25: Success!
NASA now says that - due to adverse weather - the Webb Telescope will launch no earlier than Christmas Day, December 25.
December 25, 2021
Why do pine trees smell good?
Pine trees - as well as spruce and fir, all Christmas tree favorites - produce chemicals called terpenes, giving them their special, distinctive scent.
December 22, 2021
Hurricanes expected to linger over cities in US Northeast
More hurricanes - like Sandy in 2021 - could be in the East Coast's future, potentially costing billions of dollars in damage and economic losses.
December 2, 2021
Moon in Gemini – near Castor and Pollux – November 21 and 22
Look for the moon in Gemini on November 21 and 22, 2021. The 2 bright stars near the moon are Castor and Pollux, the "twins."
November 21, 2021
La Palma volcano has been erupting for 2 months
The La Palma volcano - which began on September 19, 2021 - has now been erupting for 2 months. It has claimed one life and forced thousands to evacuate.
November 19, 2021
Lunar eclipse photos November 18-19, 2021
A selection of lunar eclipse photos from the EarthSky Community. Did you see it? It was a deep partial eclipse ... almost total!
November 19, 2021
Deep partial lunar eclipse November 18-19: Great for North America
A partial lunar eclipse occurs on November 19, 2021. It will reach the Americas, North Europe, eastern Asia, Australia, and the Pacific.
November 18, 2021
