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January 26: Kemble's Cascade & NGC 1502

Kemble's Cascade is a striking star chain, leading to the compact star cluster NGC 1502, both located in the constellation Camelopardalis.

Elena Marsh·2 min read·9/16/2026

Exploring the ToupTek StellaVita: A Versatile Control Box for Astrophotography

The ToupTek StellaVita is a versatile control box for astrophotography, allowing users to manage their setups wirelessly from mobile devices. It supports various brands, offering flexibility and ease of use.

Elena Marsh·6 min read·9/16/2026

Exploring the Elephant's Trunk Nebula: A Comparative Study of Astrophotography Systems

A comprehensive comparison of three astrophotography systems capturing the Elephant's Trunk Nebula, highlighting their unique advantages and challenges.

Victor Hale·4 min read·9/11/2026

Exploring the Askar SQA130: A Premier Telescope for Astrophotography

The Askar SQA130 is the largest telescope in Askar’s SQA series, designed for serious astrophotographers. This review explores its capabilities, specifications, and real-world performance.

Victor Hale·7 min read·9/11/2026

Partial Solar Eclipse on August 12, 2026: A Comprehensive Guide for France

On August 12, 2026, France will experience a spectacular partial solar eclipse, with varying obscuration levels across the country. Learn what to expect and how to safely observe this astronomical event.

Victor Hale·7 min read·9/9/2026

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Year in Review: No Man's Sky Community Highlights of 2018

Reflecting on the significant events and updates in the No Man's Sky community throughout 2018, including game updates and community engagement.

Elena Marsh·3 min read·9/9/2026

Exploring the Cosmos: The Future of Space Exploration

Explore the future of space exploration, including Mars missions, private sector innovations, and advancements in astronomy that are reshaping our understanding of the universe.

Elena Marsh·2 min read·9/9/2026

A Celestial Object That Defies Classification

A celestial object has been discovered that is neither an exoplanet nor a moon, prompting discussions among astronomers about its unique characteristics and classification.

Victor Hale·2 min read·9/4/2026

Possible Exomoon Challenges Existing Definitions

Observations from the Very Large Telescope reveal a moon-like object orbiting a brown dwarf in the CD-35 2722 system, challenging existing definitions of moons and planets.

Victor Hale·4 min read·9/4/2026

3I/ATLAS: New Insights into the Most Mysterious Interstellar Comet

3I/ATLAS continues to surprise astronomers with new findings about its composition, brightness, and potential galactic origin, offering insights into the Milky Way's ancient history.

Victor Hale·3 min read·9/4/2026

An Astronomical Night in Weibersbrunn

An evening of stargazing in Weibersbrunn with family and friends, observing various celestial objects despite challenges posed by moonlight.

Elena Marsh·3 min read·9/4/2026

Astrophotography with the Seestar S50: Stacking Images Using Siril

Learn how to stack images from the Seestar S50 using Siril 1.4 and enhance your astrophotography with GIMP in this comprehensive guide.

Victor Hale·6 min read·9/4/2026