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roger.irvine
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Our Near Neighbours And Visitors In Space – How Much Do We Really Know?!
I am extremely grateful to such sources as: The BBC, Wikipedia, the Encyclopaedia Britannica and the following 3 NASA sources (any brown...
'skyatnight'
2 min read
The Next Eclipses
Hey there, budding astronomers and stargazing enthusiasts! If you're in the UK and eager to mark your calendars for some celestial...
'skyatnight'
3 min read
Space Weather: A Stargazer’s Guide to the Cosmic Forecast
If you’re new to stargazing, chances are you’ve heard about solar flares, geomagnetic storms, or auroras in passing. But what exactly is...
'skyatnight'
2 min read
Top 4 Telescope Webcams
Embarking on your stargazing journey is an exciting adventure, and the digital age offers a plethora of resources to enhance your...
'skyatnight'
5 min read
A Beginner’s Guide to Apollo Space Missions 1962 - 1972
Exploring the Stars: Hello, budding stargazers! When we look up at the night sky, it’s easy to feel small, but humanity has made some...
'skyatnight'
4 min read
Discovering Earth’s Moon: A Beginner's Guide to Stargazing Our Closest Neighbour
The Moon has been a source of fascination for humanity since the dawn of time. As our closest celestial neighbour, it’s a perfect...
'skyatnight'
4 min read
A Beginner’s Guide to Locating Lunar Craters
Unlocking the Moon’s Mysteries: A Beginner’s Guide to Locating Lunar Craters The Moon, our celestial neighbor, has captivated humanity...
'skyatnight'
4 min read
Our Universe and Distances
Our Universe and Distances: A Journey Beyond Measure Imagine standing outside on a clear night, gazing at the stars scattered across the...
'skyatnight'
2 min read
Overview of the Gemini Program (1961–1966)
The Gemini Program was NASA’s second crewed spaceflight program, designed to bridge the gap between the Mercury and Apollo programs. Its...
'skyatnight'
3 min read
How to Find Constellations
How to Find Constellations in the Night Sky Have you ever looked up at the night sky and wondered about the patterns of stars? These...
'skyatnight'
4 min read
What Are Black Holes? A Beginner's Guide
What Are Black Holes? A Beginner's Guide for Stargazers Stargazing often begins with a simple curiosity: gazing up at the night sky and...
'skyatnight'
4 min read
How to Find the Orion Nebula
Assisted by 'ChatGPT'
'skyatnight'
5 min read
roger.irvine
3 min read
Moel Famau – And Our Early Encounters With The Night Sky
As many astronomers have found throughout the centuries, obtaining a high vantage point from which to make their observations, has oft...
'skyatnight'
2 min read
Our Solar System
Learn the planets in our solar system and in what order from our Sun. Hopefully we can encourage all to learn a little about our solar...
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