New supernova explodes in a galaxy in Virgo

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New supernova explodes in a galaxy in Virgo

Steven Bellavia caught before and after images of galaxy NGC 4216, which is currently hosting a new supernova. Learn how he did it here.

Kelly Kizer Whitt

February 9, 2024

Why is the 2024 Lunar New Year so late? Blame the moon

The reason the 2024 Lunar New Year falls so late is the date of new moon and how it aligns with spring in the Chinese calendar.

EarthSky Voices

February 9, 2024

The April 8 eclipse is part of Saros 139. What does that mean?

Enjoy the April 8 eclipse as you witness the 30th of 71 member eclipses in the illustrious procession known as Saros 139. Learn more here.

Bruce McClure

February 8, 2024

Isolated dwarf galaxy puzzles astronomers

Astronomers using the Webb telescope discovered an isolated dwarf galaxy 98 million light-years away. Contrary to expectations, it is not forming new stars.

Paul Scott Anderson

February 8, 2024

NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory to cut 8% of workforce this week

NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory - for decades a leader in robotic exploration of the planets in our solar system - will cut 8% of its workforce this week.

Deborah Byrd

February 7, 2024

Asteroid hit German skies hours after discovery was rare type

Scientists analyzing the meteorites left behind by the asteroid that hit Germany said that they are a rare type known as an aubrite.

Kelly Kizer Whitt

February 7, 2024

Atmospheric river puts California at risk for floods

An atmospheric river is poised to hit California, bringing rain, wind and heavy snowfall. The National Weather Service warns people to make preparations.

Kelly Kizer Whitt

February 4, 2024

Wow! See 19 spiral galaxies in stunning new Webb images

NASA's Webb Space Telescope has taken stunning new images of 19 spiral galaxies. Besides being breathtaking to look at, they are rich in science data.

Paul Scott Anderson

February 4, 2024