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G-247034-11 Andromeda, Unexpected © Marcel Drechsler, Xavier Strottner, Yann Sainty Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2023 Overall Winner and Galaxies winner. Photo Credit: www.rmg.co.uk/

September 16, 2023

Andromeda’s Hidden Arc: The Photo that Won the Astronomy World’s Eyeballs

The National Maritime Museum is currently showcasing the world’s most awe-inspiring space photography. The “Astronomy Photographer of the Year” exhibition opened its doors on 16 September 2023. Visitors can immerse themselves in

The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), along with the University of Aizu and Ritsumeikan University, has released images captured by the Multi-Band Camera (MBC) onboard the Smart Lander for Investigating Moon (SLIM).

Asia·Space

SLIM’s Moonshot: JAXA’s Lander Captures Unique Lunar Landscape

An important milestone in lunar exploration was achieved on January 20, 2024, when the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) successfully landed the Smart Lander for Investigating Moon (SLIM). SLIM’s mission, estimated to have cost 18 billion yen, or about $120

January 30, 2024

Astronomers Unlock 800-Year-Old Supernova Secrets with a Composite Image of SNR 1181

Astronomy·Space

March 28, NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory, as well as many other observatories have together delivered an image of a 800 year old Supernova. It’s