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60-Second Astro News: Impact Shaped Ice Giant, Jupiter's Moons Cause Complicated Aurorae & Eta Carinae, the Cosmic Ray Gun
This week in astronomy: Simulations show what kind of cataclysmic impact shaped the ice giant Uranus's evolution, new observations from Juno reveal complex auroral patterns due to Jupiter's moons, and NuSTAR provides conclusive evidence that the superstar Eta Carinae acts as a cosmic-ray accelerator.
Don't Miss Aldebaran's Last Occultation Till 2033
The last and one of the most picturesque occultations of Aldebaran by the Moon happens on Tuesday morning, July 10. Catch it or wait 15 years for the next!
Organics Inside Enceladus: Complex Enough for Life?
Scientists aren't comfortable yet saying that organics on Saturn's icy moon arose from life, but they have an idea of what to look for next.
Fireworks, Planets, Comets, a Nova — July's Got it All!
July's a busy month for skywatching. Not only are five bright planets in view, but three comets and a newly-discovered nova are also observable. And it all starts with a bang on Independence Day.
Wheel-spoke Magnetic Field in Supernova 1987A
Researchers have mapped the magnetic field in Supernova 1987A, shedding light on how stellar blasts act as particle accelerators.
Scientists See Strong Evidence of Rare Middle-weight Black Hole
New observations give more fuel to the concept of intermediate-mass black holes.
Tour July's Sky: Planet Parade
This month's astronomy podcast tells you how to spot a five bright planets — Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn — in the evening sky.
NASA Sets March 2021 Launch Date for James Webb Space Telescope
Despite significant cost overruns, NASA's James Webb Space Telescope is now set for a March 2021 launch — assuming it receives Congressional reauthorization.
'Oumuamua Was a Comet After All
Researchers have found that 'Oumuamua — the first confirmed object to enter the solar system from interstellar space — was a comet, releasing just enough gas to subtly change its course.
Hayabusa 2: Welcome to Ryugu
We got a peek at a new worldlet in the inner solar system this week, as the Japanese Aerospace Agency's (JAXA) Hayabusa-2 gave us our first good looks at the tiny asteroid 162173 Ryugu.
See Saturn at Its Highest & Brightest This Week
Saturn arrives at opposition on June 27th, very close to the time of full Moon.
Best Test of General Relativity on Galaxy Scales
Astronomers have conducted the best, galaxy-scale test of general relativity yet, and it rules out some (but not all) theories of modified gravity.
Big Dust Storm Blows up on Mars (Updated)
Will Mars soon be hidden under a veil of dust? Let's hope not. We explore the current storm and the planet's upcoming close opposition.
Martian Supervolcano Created Mysterious Rock Formation
Scientists have discovered that a supervolcano likely created a mysterious rock formation on Mars some 3 billion years ago.
Mars Dust Storm Grows — Curiosity's Skies Darkening
The dust storm on Mars that broke out at the end of May is now affecting the skies across the entire planet.
Pulsar Limits “Fifth Force” Interactions with Dark Matter
A recent experiment to better understand the nature of dark matter constrains a possible "fifth force" of nature to almost zero.
Summer Star Party Season Is Here!
Summer star party season has begun - grab your scope or binoculars, pack a sleeping bag, and come and join the fun!
Observe Changes on Mars
The nearby Red Planet displays remarkable changes every apparition. Whenever Mars approaches opposition, keep an eye out for some of these differences.
Black Hole Destroys Star and Shoots Jet
Astronomers have watched the growth of a jet fueled by a shredded star.
The Aftermath of GW170817: Neutron Star or Black Hole?
A team of scientists says we now have an answer to one of the biggest mysteries of GW170817: after the neutron stars collided, what object was formed?
