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January 9, 2026 at 2:23 AM
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Astronomers discover the earliest, hottest galaxy cluster in the universe, and it breaks all the rules
The galaxy cluster appears hotter and more mature than it should for its young age, challenging what we think we know about how these cities of galaxies form.
www.space.com/astronomy/ga...
The galaxy cluster appears hotter and more mature than it should for its young age, challenging what we think we know about how these cities of galaxies form.
www.space.com/astronomy/ga...
Astronomers discover the earliest, hottest galaxy cluster in the universe, and it breaks all the rules
The galaxy cluster appears hotter and more mature than it should for its young age, challenging what we think we know about how these cities of galaxies form.
www.space.com
January 8, 2026 at 2:58 AM
Astronomers discover the earliest, hottest galaxy cluster in the universe, and it breaks all the rules
The galaxy cluster appears hotter and more mature than it should for its young age, challenging what we think we know about how these cities of galaxies form.
www.space.com/astronomy/ga...
The galaxy cluster appears hotter and more mature than it should for its young age, challenging what we think we know about how these cities of galaxies form.
www.space.com/astronomy/ga...
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Hubble Glimpses Galactic Gas Making a Getaway www.nasa.gov/image-articl...
A sideways spiral galaxy shines in this NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope image. Located about 60 million light-years away in the constellation Virgo (the Maiden), NGC 4388 is a resident of the Virgo galaxy cluster
A sideways spiral galaxy shines in this NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope image. Located about 60 million light-years away in the constellation Virgo (the Maiden), NGC 4388 is a resident of the Virgo galaxy cluster
January 2, 2026 at 10:48 PM
Hubble Glimpses Galactic Gas Making a Getaway www.nasa.gov/image-articl...
A sideways spiral galaxy shines in this NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope image. Located about 60 million light-years away in the constellation Virgo (the Maiden), NGC 4388 is a resident of the Virgo galaxy cluster
A sideways spiral galaxy shines in this NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope image. Located about 60 million light-years away in the constellation Virgo (the Maiden), NGC 4388 is a resident of the Virgo galaxy cluster
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100 years ago today, #OTD in 1925, Edwin Hubble announced that Andromeda and other spiral nebulae were definitely separate galaxies outside the Milky Way, in a paper read to an AAS meeting by H.N. Russell.
There was no doubt that the Universe was more than just our little island of stars. 🧪 🔭 ⚛️
There was no doubt that the Universe was more than just our little island of stars. 🧪 🔭 ⚛️
January 1, 2025 at 5:11 PM
100 years ago today, #OTD in 1925, Edwin Hubble announced that Andromeda and other spiral nebulae were definitely separate galaxies outside the Milky Way, in a paper read to an AAS meeting by H.N. Russell.
There was no doubt that the Universe was more than just our little island of stars. 🧪 🔭 ⚛️
There was no doubt that the Universe was more than just our little island of stars. 🧪 🔭 ⚛️
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some of my favorite photos that i took in 2025 ✨
(can you sense a theme?)
(can you sense a theme?)
January 1, 2026 at 1:28 AM
some of my favorite photos that i took in 2025 ✨
(can you sense a theme?)
(can you sense a theme?)
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If asked i would say that the Rosetta images of the comet 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko are tied with those of Satrun by Cassini as the most dramatic and incredible of a solar system object ever returned via spacecraft. Just look at the mood here.
67P Rosetta NavCam 4 November 2014 vc - From 2di7 & titanio44 - https://flic.kr/p/pG4UiC
December 31, 2025 at 3:49 AM
If asked i would say that the Rosetta images of the comet 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko are tied with those of Satrun by Cassini as the most dramatic and incredible of a solar system object ever returned via spacecraft. Just look at the mood here.
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Portrait of NGC 1055 apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap25112...
Big, beautiful spiral galaxy NGC 1055 is a dominant member of a small galaxy group a mere 60 million light-years away toward the aquatically intimidating constellation Cetus
Big, beautiful spiral galaxy NGC 1055 is a dominant member of a small galaxy group a mere 60 million light-years away toward the aquatically intimidating constellation Cetus
November 30, 2025 at 11:08 AM
Portrait of NGC 1055 apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap25112...
Big, beautiful spiral galaxy NGC 1055 is a dominant member of a small galaxy group a mere 60 million light-years away toward the aquatically intimidating constellation Cetus
Big, beautiful spiral galaxy NGC 1055 is a dominant member of a small galaxy group a mere 60 million light-years away toward the aquatically intimidating constellation Cetus
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Incredibly Rare White Auroras from last night over Reine, Norway 🇳🇴
November 29, 2025 at 12:36 AM
Incredibly Rare White Auroras from last night over Reine, Norway 🇳🇴
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Incredible Aurora display from last night over Vestrahorn, near Höfn, Iceland 🇮🇸
November 29, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Incredible Aurora display from last night over Vestrahorn, near Höfn, Iceland 🇮🇸
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NEW HUBBLE IMAGE OF THE STAR-FORMING CLOUD N159 IN THE LARGE MAGELLANIC CLOUD!! 🌌
November 25, 2025 at 1:16 AM
NEW HUBBLE IMAGE OF THE STAR-FORMING CLOUD N159 IN THE LARGE MAGELLANIC CLOUD!! 🌌
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November 24, 2025 at 11:27 AM
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Feels like the only posts of mine that go viral are the ones with my northern lights photography. So if you're interested in chasing lights in Iceland with a scientist on a side quest one evening, let me know.
We can talk about Kp v Hp, solar cycles, aurora ovals, all of it!
#northernlights #aurora
We can talk about Kp v Hp, solar cycles, aurora ovals, all of it!
#northernlights #aurora
November 24, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Feels like the only posts of mine that go viral are the ones with my northern lights photography. So if you're interested in chasing lights in Iceland with a scientist on a side quest one evening, let me know.
We can talk about Kp v Hp, solar cycles, aurora ovals, all of it!
#northernlights #aurora
We can talk about Kp v Hp, solar cycles, aurora ovals, all of it!
#northernlights #aurora
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A disruptive neighbour www.esa.int/ESA_Multimed...
Though interesting to look at, NGC 1511 is one galaxy you might not want for a neighbour. Seen in this ESA/Hubble Picture of the Week, NGC 1511 is a peculiar spiral galaxy located roughly 50 million light-years away in the constellation Hydrus.
Though interesting to look at, NGC 1511 is one galaxy you might not want for a neighbour. Seen in this ESA/Hubble Picture of the Week, NGC 1511 is a peculiar spiral galaxy located roughly 50 million light-years away in the constellation Hydrus.
November 22, 2025 at 9:39 PM
A disruptive neighbour www.esa.int/ESA_Multimed...
Though interesting to look at, NGC 1511 is one galaxy you might not want for a neighbour. Seen in this ESA/Hubble Picture of the Week, NGC 1511 is a peculiar spiral galaxy located roughly 50 million light-years away in the constellation Hydrus.
Though interesting to look at, NGC 1511 is one galaxy you might not want for a neighbour. Seen in this ESA/Hubble Picture of the Week, NGC 1511 is a peculiar spiral galaxy located roughly 50 million light-years away in the constellation Hydrus.
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A stunning night where the Northern Lights crown the silent winter peaks. 🌌💚
November 22, 2025 at 5:53 PM
A stunning night where the Northern Lights crown the silent winter peaks. 🌌💚
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#apod 2025-11-22
Dione and Rhea Ring Transit
Image Credit: Christopher Go
Web page: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap251122.html
Dione and Rhea Ring Transit
Image Credit: Christopher Go
Web page: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap251122.html
November 22, 2025 at 6:30 AM
#apod 2025-11-22
Dione and Rhea Ring Transit
Image Credit: Christopher Go
Web page: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap251122.html
Dione and Rhea Ring Transit
Image Credit: Christopher Go
Web page: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap251122.html
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Amazing #aurora photos capture the ‘sky on fire.' #photography #video #AuroraBorealis
Link for more photos and video: earthsky.org/todays-image...
Link for more photos and video: earthsky.org/todays-image...
November 16, 2025 at 12:40 AM
Amazing #aurora photos capture the ‘sky on fire.' #photography #video #AuroraBorealis
Link for more photos and video: earthsky.org/todays-image...
Link for more photos and video: earthsky.org/todays-image...
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The Wolf's Cave Nebula (VdB152) is around 1,400 light years away in the constellation of Cepheus.
This is 6.25 hours of data from 2023 re-processed in HaRGB.
Esprit 100ED, ASI2924 MC Pro, L-ultimate and UV/IR cut filters.
#astronomy #astrophotography
This is 6.25 hours of data from 2023 re-processed in HaRGB.
Esprit 100ED, ASI2924 MC Pro, L-ultimate and UV/IR cut filters.
#astronomy #astrophotography
November 16, 2025 at 2:13 PM
The Wolf's Cave Nebula (VdB152) is around 1,400 light years away in the constellation of Cepheus.
This is 6.25 hours of data from 2023 re-processed in HaRGB.
Esprit 100ED, ASI2924 MC Pro, L-ultimate and UV/IR cut filters.
#astronomy #astrophotography
This is 6.25 hours of data from 2023 re-processed in HaRGB.
Esprit 100ED, ASI2924 MC Pro, L-ultimate and UV/IR cut filters.
#astronomy #astrophotography
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November 12, 2025 at 3:04 AM
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Spiraling #Star Factory: A star-studded spiral #galaxy, NGC 4571, shines in this NASA/ESA #Hubble Space Telescope Picture of the Week. It’s situated about 60 million light-years away in the constellation Coma Berenices.
Link for more info: esahubble.org/images/potw2...
Link for more info: esahubble.org/images/potw2...
November 11, 2025 at 10:26 PM
Spiraling #Star Factory: A star-studded spiral #galaxy, NGC 4571, shines in this NASA/ESA #Hubble Space Telescope Picture of the Week. It’s situated about 60 million light-years away in the constellation Coma Berenices.
Link for more info: esahubble.org/images/potw2...
Link for more info: esahubble.org/images/potw2...
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Northern Lights really popped off here in Iceland, and apparently everywhere else, as evidenced by social media feeds. Expect more for the next few days.
#aurora #spaceweather #northernlights
#aurora #spaceweather #northernlights
November 12, 2025 at 3:27 AM
Northern Lights really popped off here in Iceland, and apparently everywhere else, as evidenced by social media feeds. Expect more for the next few days.
#aurora #spaceweather #northernlights
#aurora #spaceweather #northernlights
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IC-1805 -The Soul Nebula. HOO process
40 mins from 10th November 2025.
ZS61, ASI 585MC, L-eXtreme filter.
#astronomy #astrophotography
40 mins from 10th November 2025.
ZS61, ASI 585MC, L-eXtreme filter.
#astronomy #astrophotography
November 11, 2025 at 1:17 PM
IC-1805 -The Soul Nebula. HOO process
40 mins from 10th November 2025.
ZS61, ASI 585MC, L-eXtreme filter.
#astronomy #astrophotography
40 mins from 10th November 2025.
ZS61, ASI 585MC, L-eXtreme filter.
#astronomy #astrophotography
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The Moon tonight at about 75% full on Halloween from #SantaBarbara. #MoonPhotography #MoonPhotos #MoonShots #Photography
Camera settings:
Canon T5i
Sigma 150mm x 600mm
Focal length: 600mm
F-stop: f/11
Exposure time: 1/640
ISO: 800
Edited in Lightroom Classic
Camera settings:
Canon T5i
Sigma 150mm x 600mm
Focal length: 600mm
F-stop: f/11
Exposure time: 1/640
ISO: 800
Edited in Lightroom Classic
November 1, 2025 at 3:46 AM
The Moon tonight at about 75% full on Halloween from #SantaBarbara. #MoonPhotography #MoonPhotos #MoonShots #Photography
Camera settings:
Canon T5i
Sigma 150mm x 600mm
Focal length: 600mm
F-stop: f/11
Exposure time: 1/640
ISO: 800
Edited in Lightroom Classic
Camera settings:
Canon T5i
Sigma 150mm x 600mm
Focal length: 600mm
F-stop: f/11
Exposure time: 1/640
ISO: 800
Edited in Lightroom Classic
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One of my favourite authors. Such wisdom seems to be in short supply in 2025.
October 26, 2025 at 10:38 PM
One of my favourite authors. Such wisdom seems to be in short supply in 2025.
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1/2 Here's an image from this morning 11 October 2025 of Comet C/2025 A6 (Lemmon). It's an eight-minute exposure with a Celestron Origin telescope. 🔭
October 11, 2025 at 5:48 PM
1/2 Here's an image from this morning 11 October 2025 of Comet C/2025 A6 (Lemmon). It's an eight-minute exposure with a Celestron Origin telescope. 🔭