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A magneto-optical trap of approximately 300 million strontium atoms suspended in a vacuum chamber cooled to just above absolute zero. This trap was used by researchers to develop new techniques for measuring time.

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By Robert Lea published

Superradiant atoms could help us measure time more precisely than ever before, a theory developed with the aid of the great-grandson of the "father of the atom," Niels Bohr.

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two images; the one on the left shows a small rectangle of glass covered in black dust; the one on the right shows a clear circle with no dust on the same glass rectangle

Private moon mission to carry NASA electric moon dust shield in 2024

By Meredith Garofalo published

NASA is sending a technology demonstrator to the moon on the upcoming private Firefly Blue Ghost Mission 1 in order to test how to repel and remove lunar dust using electricity.

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three astronauts in a row, with spacesuits. two of them are sitting down on chairs. one in the middle is kneeling. behind them are panels and a flight patch for crew flight test showing a rocket

Boeing Starliner astronauts conduct dress rehearsal ahead of May 6 launch (photos, video)

By Elizabeth Howell published

The ISS launch will take place from NASA's Kennedy Space Center.

Human Spaceflight
two astronauts pose for a portrait in blue spacesuits

Meet the crew launching on Boeing's 1st Starliner astronaut flight

By Samantha Mathewson published

NASA astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Suni Williams are slated to launch on Boeing’s first crewed test flight of its Starliner capsule, flying to the International Space Station on May 6.

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Science & Astronomy

A blue and white glowing view of the Crab Nebula. It looks like there's a ring of gassy material around a dot that's giving off a stream of gas itself.

Watch 2 gorgeous supernova remnants evolve over 20 years (timelapse video)

By Stefanie Waldek published

These supernova remnants are moving at extraordinary speeds only visible to us in long-term timelapses.

The Universe
An illustration of the James Webb Space Telescope overlays a diagram of the barred galaxies and both of these are seen on top of a background of space.

James Webb Space Telescope discovers some early universe galaxies grew up surprisingly fast

By Robert Lea published

"This means we will have to adjust our views on early galaxy evolution."

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Search For Life

the black silhouette of a double solar-paneled satellite spacecraft is beset before the trippy trenches and scars of an icy moon.

NASA's mission to an ice-covered moon will contain a message between water worlds

By Douglas Vakoch published

NASA's Europa Clipper spacecraft, headed to Jupiter’s ice-covered moon Europa in October 2024, will carry a laser-etched message that celebrates humanity’s connection to water.

Search for Life
A snapshot of Cassini flying through the plumes of Enceladus during its final orbits between April and September 2017

Saturn's ocean moon Enceladus is able to support life − my research team is working out how to detect extraterrestrial cells there

By Fabian Klenner published

As a planetary scientist and astrobiologist who studies ice grains from Enceladus, I'm interested in whether there is life on this or other icy moons. I also want to understand how scientists like me could detect it.

Search for Life
a pale yellow planet orbits close to a large orange star

How could life survive on tidally locked planets?

By Paul Sutter published

Space mysteries Astronomers are especially interested in the habitability of these kinds of planets, which always face their star with the same side, because they are incredibly common in the universe.

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Skywatching

a vintage illustration of the night sky showing three cat-related constellations: leo major, leo minor, and lynx

'Cat nights' are here as Leo, Leo minor, and Lynx constellations prowl the evening sky

By Joe Rao published

Along with Leo, there are two other members of the cat family that are currently well situated and close together in the evening sky: Leo Minor, the Smaller Lion, and Lynx.

Stargazing
Devil Comet 12P/Pons-Brooks appears as a bright white and green comet with a long blue tail with a distinct kink in it.

Astrophoto of the month: 'Devil Comet' delights before leaving our northern sky nights

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Take a look at the very best space photos submitted by Astronomynews.org readers, from our moon to deep space and everything in between!

Stargazing
the full moon in the night sky

April full moon has us tickled pink in these gorgeous photos

By Brett Tingley published

The Full Pink Moon rose on April 23, 2024, putting a damper on chances of catching any Lyrid meteors but providing a gorgeous target for cameras around the globe.

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A space smuggler in a brown coat with colorful spaceships in the background

Sneak peek: Browncoats grab victory in Boom! Studios' upcoming 'Firefly: 'Verses' comic (exclusive)

By Jeff Spry published

A sneak peek at Boom! Studios' upcoming "What If?" one-shot, "Firefly: 'Verses."

Entertainment
A hulking blonde space adventurer surrounded by sci-fi characters

'Flash Gordon' returns to escape from a prison planet in new comic series

By Jeff Spry published

A preview of Mad Cave Studios' new "Flash Gordon" comic book series coming in July.

Entertainment
Three superheroes unite with the spectre of an alien creature in the background

'Aliens vs. Avengers' pits Marvel superheroes against acid-spewing xenomorphs

By Jeff Spry published

A preview of Marvel Comics' "Aliens vs. Avengers" limited series, which is coming this summer.

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References

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Best budget cameras under $500 2024: Picks from Canon, Olympus, Sony and more

By Jacob Little last updated

Buying Guide The best budget cameras let you develop your photography skills without breaking the bank.

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The Milky Way stretches across the sky and a bright Eta Aquarid meteor streaks across the center. Below is the top of Mount Bromo surrounded by clouds.

Eta Aquarid meteor shower 2024: Where, when and how to see it

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Reference The Eta Aquarid meteor shower from late April to mid-May offers a long stretch of spectacular "shooting stars" that even a casual observer can spot in the night sky.

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Man holding one of the best budget binoculars in front of the ocean

Best budget binoculars 2024: Cheap but high-quality models

By Tantse Walter last updated

Buying Guide The best budget binoculars on the market offer great quality at prices that won't break the bank. We've included models useful for stargazing, nature-watching, and more.

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