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Archive for April, 2021

Take a deep listen to these celestial-inspired sounds from NASA (Videos)

April 12th, 2021 by

A new set of videos from a unique astronomy-music project transformed spacecraft data into celestial sound baths.

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April new moon 2021: Planets become more visible before the moon occults Mars

April 12th, 2021 by

The new moon occurs Sunday, April 11, at 10:30 p.m. EDT (0230 GMT on April 12), a week before our natural satellite passes in front of Mars.

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Yuri Gagarin, First Man in Space (Photo Gallery)

April 12th, 2021 by

On April 12, 1961, cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin became the first person in space. See photos of the historic flight of Vostok 1.

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From the deepest seas to Perseverance’s home on Mars, curiosity drives astronaut Kathy Sullivan

April 12th, 2021 by

For retired astronaut Kathy Sullivan, life is about exploring whatever is around you.

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UAE names two new astronauts, including first woman candidate

April 12th, 2021 by

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has selected two new trainees for its burgeoning astronaut corps, including its first female candidate.

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A small, car-sized asteroid just gave Earth a close shave

April 12th, 2021 by

A newly spotted asteroid about the size of a car flew harmlessly past Earth this morning (April 12).

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Celestron Inspire 80AZ telescope: Full review

April 12th, 2021 by

The Celestron Inspire 80AZ’s ease of use and intuitive build make it a good choice for beginners, especially those who are keen to try their hand at basic smartphone astrophotography. This refractor provides crisp views but its optics do suffer from slight color fringing and blurring

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Casio’s new digital watch marks 40 years since first space shuttle launch

April 12th, 2021 by

Casio is ready to launch a limited edition timepiece commemorating the 40th anniversary of NASA’s first space shuttle launch.

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