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New Hubble images of the Ring Nebula reveal the Eye of Sauron

The Ring Nebula, a massive cloud of gas around a dying star, is one of the best-known celestial objects. Not only is it gorgeous, but it's easy to find in a telescope, even if you're an amateur. This new Hubble image is anything but backyard astronomy, however — and it's given astronomers a new understanding of the nebula's shape in space. Read more...

Stars and Galaxies. Images from the Very Large Telescope

The Very Large Telescope is one of the most advanced astronomical instruments in history. It is operated by the European Southern Observatory (ESO). The ESO is celebrating 15 years of the Very Large Telescope on Saturday, May 25.

Space Telescopes Capture Rare Birth of Mega-Galaxy

US researchers have captured rare images of the creation of a massive galaxy about 10 times the size of the Milky Way that was formed when two young galaxies collided 11 billion years ago, a study published this week says.

Space Telescopes Capture Rare Birth of Mega-Galaxy

Hubble reveals the Ring Nebula’s true shape

The Ring Nebula's distinctive shape makes it a popular illustration for astronomy books. But new observations by NASA's Hubble Space Telescope of the glowing gas shroud around an old, dying, sun-like star reveal a new twist.

Image of the Day: Haunting Bok Globules in a Spectacular Stellar Nursery

This new view of a spectacular stellar nursery reveals thick clumps of dust silhouetted against the pink glowing gas cloud known to astronomers as IC 2944. The image celebrates an important anniversary for the Very Large Telescope— the world's most...

ESO's Very Large Telescope celebrates 15 years of success

With this new view of a spectacular stellar nursery ESO is celebrating 15 years of the Very Large Telescope — the world's most advanced optical instrument. This picture reveals thick clumps of dust silhouetted against the pink glowing gas cloud known to astronomers as IC 2944. Show More Summary

Present Shock And The Loss Of History And Context

Submitted by Charles Hugh-Smith of OfTwoMinds blog, In his new book, Douglas Rushkoff examines the telescoping of time and context wrought by ubiquitous digital technologies. One of the few observers who is able to articulate a coherent critical account of American culture is Douglas Rushkoff. Show More Summary

The Thirty Meter Telescope --"Next Generation in the Search for Extraterrestrial Life"

The Thirty Meter Telescope (TMT) - soon to be the world's widest eye on space - has got the go-ahead for construction on the summit of Mauna Kea, Hawaii. Most of Mauna Kea is below sea level. When measured from...

Guns Using Cased, Telescoped Ammunition

AAI Corp continues to develop caseless, telescoped ammunition and machine guns to fire it under the United States Joint Service Small Arms Research Program Office’s (JSSAP) Lightweight Small Arms Technologies (LSAT) program.  The caseless, telescoped ammo and gun developed by AAI under this program, was first mentioned at The Firearm Blog in 2010. In a [...] Read More …

Hiccups, evolution and outer space will be discussed at upcoming events

Ever wonder why people hiccup? Want to engage in a debate about the intersection of science and religion? Or learn more about the X-ray telescope orbiting Earth? A host of upcoming events are meant for science buffs like you. Read full article >>

Hard Water’s contribution to the cocktail culture

What struck me most while writing my review of Hard Water — it appeared yesterday in The Chronicle’s Food & Wine section — was how this restaurant/bar telescopes the growing importance of the cocktail culture. Located on Pier 3, with views of the bay and the Embarcadero, Hard Water (2.5 stars overall) features more than 100 [...]

Image of the Day: Star Being Ripped Apart by a Supermassive Black Hole

Results from NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory and the Magellan telescopes suggest that a dense stellar remnant was ripped apart by a black hole a thousand times as massive as the Sun in NGC 1399, an elliptical galaxy about 65 millio...

A look back at NASA's planet-pinpointing space 'scope

(Credit: NASA/Ames/JPL-Caltech) NASA announced this week that a key piece of gear on its Kepler space telescope has run into trouble. And though the space agency hasn't given up on a jump-start, the mission may well be at risk. It's already gone well beyond its planned duration, however, and presented us with many fascinating discoveries. Show More Summary

Moon Rocked By Biggest Meteorite Explosion

A meteorite has slammed into the surface of the Moon, creating a flash of light so bright it could be seen without a telescope.Scientists say the space rock was travelling at around 56,000mph when it crashed into the Moon's Mare Imbrium...Show More Summary

Bright explosion on moon visible from Earth, NASA says

A meteoroid struck the surface of the moon recently, causing an explosion that was visible on Earth without the aid of a telescope, NASA reported Friday. But don't be alarmed if you didn't see it; it only lasted about a second."It exploded...Show More Summary

Scientists respond to planet hunter's plight with pointers – and poetry

NASA is getting plenty of advice — and sympathy — as it assesses whether its Kepler planet-hunting telescope can be revived after the failure of its reaction-control system. The reactions from scientists and engineers range from repair tips to an Audenesque …

Revisiting Kepler’s Most Mind-Blowing Discoveries

NASA’s Kepler space telescope is busted and it may never work normally again. But during its four years of exemplary service, the planet-hunting telescope provided astronomers with an unprecedented glimpse into the Milky Way. Here are the most incredible discoveries made by Kepler. Read more...

Can the Kepler Planet Hunting Telescope Be Saved?

A Stanford engineer says there might be a fix

NASA's Kepler telescope crippled by technical failures

An artist's rendition of Kepler. (Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech) The Kepler space observatory has been a source of great wonder since it first launched in 2009. It has turned its eyes out into the great vastness of space and seen new planetary systems and potentially life-supporting planets. Show More Summary