11 essential words for aspiring astronomers
Star light, star bright, will you be searching the skies tonight? Whether you’re trying to spot the latest celestial event … Continued
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Remember, remember, the 11th November: the Transit of Mercury
On November 11 there is a transit of Mercury, when, as viewed from Earth, Mercury passes across the face of
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The Apollo 11 Moon Landing – 50 years of lunar language
To mark the 50th anniversary of Neil Armstrong’s ‘small step’ on 20th July 1969, we’ve been exploring lunar language. Look
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Our relationship with the Moon
Our close relationship with the Moon spans the whole of human history, across all times and cultures. For thousands of
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Moon Facts
The Moon is Earth’s only natural satellite. It is the second brightest object in the sky after the Sun. It
Shining moonlight on our language
From the moment that we enter the world as moon-faced babes, the moon is an ever-present force in our lives.
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From the Collins Archive – Times Atlas of the Moon
On 20th July 1969, history was made when astronaut Neil Armstrong became the first person to step foot on the
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#MeteorWatchDay – We delve into etymology behind this astronomical event
June 30 this year has been designated Meteor Watch Day, and people are encouraged to look out for spectacular bursts
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It’s Written in the Stars: Explore the Universe in 20 Words
Stargazers everywhere looked to the skies during the early hours of Monday 28th September to catch the Total Lunar Eclipse,
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