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Behold! The 2025 ZWO Astronomy Photographer of the Year Awards shortlist has been released, showcasing a spectacular array of ...

A newly discovered object from deep space may be the oldest comet ever observed—possibly more than 7 billion years old, and ...

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There may be many more satellite galaxies in the Milky Way than have been observed, according to new Durham University ...

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This design element echoes the copper strip marking the Prime Meridian that is embedded in the ground at the Royal Observatory at Greenwich.Rose-gold plated hands and Arabic numerals, treated with ...

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A newly discovered ice comet from deep space may be over 7 billion years old, making it the most ancient comet scientists ...