He covers skywatching, human spaceflight, exploration as well as space science and entertainment, and enjoys observing the moon through a tabletop Celestron telescope when the weather is clear.
It’s not clear exactly when, however, or if that timeline will stick. The mission will send a robotic lander to test Blue Moon’s design and engine capabilities, aiming to ensure a smooth ride ...
The phenomenon of a Full Moon arises when our planet, Earth, is precisely sandwiched between the Sun and the Moon. This alignment ensures the entire side of the Moon that faces us gleams under ...
The next and first full moon of the year, also known as the Wolf Moon, will be in peak view on Monday. January's full moon will reach peak illumination at 5:27 p.m. ET on Monday, according to NASA.
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Deimos is Mars' outer moon. It's a tiny, irregularly shaped moon and smaller than Mars' other moon, Phobos. Despite being unspectacular, Deimos remains a fascinating mystery. Deimos is one of only ...