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Kelly Kizer Whitt
Webb sees Neptune’s rings and moons. Wow!
Webb sees Neptune's rings and moons! They're the best images in 30 years, since Voyager 2 swept past. See the new Webb images here.
September 21, 2022
Effects of nuclear war on Earth today: ‘Not winnable’
A nuclear war isn't winnable, says a recent study. It would lead to a new ice age, killing algae at the base of the ocean food chain and blocking shipping ports with ice.
September 21, 2022
The moon is near Regulus, September 22 – 24
What's that bright star by the moon on the mornings of September 22, 23 and 24, 2022? The crescent moon is near Regulus, the brightest star in Leo the Lion.
September 21, 2022
See the Beehive Cluster and moon in binoculars
You can see the Beehive Cluster, M44, on the morning of September 21, 2022. The waning crescent moon will fit in the same binocular field of view.
September 20, 2022
Pavo and Indus, the Peacock and the Indian
Pavo and Indus, the constellations of the Peacock and Indian, respectively, are viewing targets for southern observers in the month of September.
September 17, 2022
Media we love: The book A Cloud a Day
Media we love: EarthSky editors recommend "A Cloud a Day," a gorgeous book for those who love to gaze upward, filled with rich photos and informative text.
September 16, 2022
How Saturn’s lost moon Chrysalis became its rings
A new study suggests Saturn's lost moon Chrysalis came too close to Saturn and was torn apart, forming the ring system we see today.
September 15, 2022
Rare space diamonds found in meteorites
Scientists have confirmed the existence of space diamonds known as lonsdaleite, and they said they were created when a dwarf planet and asteroid collided.
September 15, 2022
Dino death due to volcano-asteroid double whammy
A new study says that dino death on Earth - 66 million years ago - was due to a one-two punch from both an asteroid strike and mega volcanoes.
September 14, 2022
2022 was 3rd hottest summer in US
The U.S. just had its 3rd hottest summer on record. From June 1 to August 31, 2022, temperatures averaged 73.9 F (23.2 C). Read more about the summer weather.
September 11, 2022
