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Read news from the world of astronomy for the week of September 9, 2022.
Latest News
A recent study examines the risk posed to human life by reentering space debris as the number of rocket launches continues to grow.
New Webb images reveal the space telescope’s first exoplanet, first brown dwarf, and a stellar nursery teeming with activity.
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Observing Highlights
The Moon will be between Jupiter to its left or lower left, Saturn farther to the Moon's upper right, and Fomalhaut to the its lower right.
While we may quibble about how to pronounce its name, there’s no denying that Vega is one of the most fascinating and useful stars in the heavens.
September’s Sky Tour astronomy podcast will heighten your enjoyment of the bright stars and constellations now overhead.
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Join us for one of the premier night sky events on the eastern seaboard. The 13th Acadia Night Sky Festival is set for September 21-25, 2022.
Self-doubt is powerful, but it’s no match for the stars — as long as you keep heading outside after dark and looking up.
Join Steve O’Meara during next Wednesday’s webinar (Sept. 14th, 1 pm EDT), as he describes a unique chance to view Botswana’s charismatic wildlife and ultra-dark Southern Hemisphere skies.