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Sky Showdown: Supermoon vs. Meteor Shower in January

December 30, 2025

January skies are set for a celestial showdown. A supermoon and a meteor shower are happening at the same time. But the bright moon might make it hard to see the shooting stars. The Quadrantid meteor shower is expected to peak late Friday into early Saturday. Usually, people can see about 25 meteor

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The Mysterious Space Ring That Wasn't What It Seemed

November 21, 2025

In the vast expanse of the cosmos, a peculiar structure has caught the eyes of astronomers. This structure, initially thought to be a stunning cosmic ring, has now been revealed to be something entirely different. Located in the constellation Cygnus, this ring, nicknamed the "Diamond Ring, " spans a

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Sky Spectacles: Two Comets Light Up the Night

October 21, 2025

In October 2025, the night sky puts on a rare show with two comets visible to the naked eye. Comet Lemmon and Comet SWAN are making their closest approaches to Earth, offering a unique opportunity for stargazers. Comet Lemmon, discovered in January 2025, is expected to shine brightest around Hallow

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October's Night Sky: A Double Meteor Show and a Moon

October 7, 2025

October is set to be an exciting month for stargazers, with not one but two meteor showers gracing the night sky. The Draconids and Orionids will make their appearances, offering a celestial spectacle for those who love to look up. Plus, a super harvest moon will add to the show, making this a great

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A New Branch on the Human Family Tree?

January 26, 2025

Imagine the human family tree is a big puzzle. Scientists have been adding new pieces for years. Recently, they found some bones in China that don't fit any known ancient human relative. These bones belong to a new species with a huge brain, even bigger than ours! Some scientists think this species