Today’s Astronomy News
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You can find space and astronomy news sprinkled across the internet. But what the Night Sky Observer tries to do is to bring all of those disparate news items into one easy-to-access site. That way, those interested in what’s happening locally in the solar system or out in the wider universe can find all those stories in one place. Why not subscribe to our RSS or Twitter feed to be notified about the important happenings in astronomy.
What happened when a solar superstorm hit Mars?
8 Mar 2026 at 10:39amWhat happened when a solar superstorm hit Mars? In May 2024, the sun released a powerful X flare that caused spacecraft to glitch ... and more.
The post What happened when a solar superstorm hit Mars? first appeared on EarthSky.
Read more...Use the Big Dipper to find Polaris, the North Star
8 Mar 2026 at 9:02amDo you know how to find the North Star? The 2 outer stars in the bowl of the Big Dipper point to Polaris, the North Star. It's quick and easy!
The post Use the Big Dipper to find Polaris, the North Star first appeared on EarthSky.
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Left-Handed People Are More Competitive, Says Science
8 Mar 2026 at 9:00am
A recent study suggests that left-handed people have an advantage in competitive contexts, while righties tend to cooperate better. Read more...
Visible planets and night sky guide for March
8 Mar 2026 at 8:30amVisible planets and night sky guide. After sunset, see Venus and Saturn low in the west. Tomorrow morning, the moon lies in Scorpius near the red star Antares.
The post Visible planets and night sky guide for March first appeared on EarthSky.
Read more...Sun news: Gorgeous auroras last night. More tonight?
8 Mar 2026 at 8:20amSun news for March 8, 2026: A G1 geomagnetic storm last night brought gorgeous auroral displays. More to come tonight. Stay alert.
The post Sun news: Gorgeous auroras last night. More tonight? first appeared on EarthSky.
Read more...Daylight saving time starts: Tips for the coming week
8 Mar 2026 at 8:00amDo you think daylight saving time is a good idea? Whether you like it or not, here are some handy tips on how to cope with the time change in the spring.
The post Daylight saving time starts: Tips for the coming week first appeared on EarthSky.
Read more... Campaigners push to better protect chalk streams
8 Mar 2026 at 7:56am
Campaigners say the eco-system rarity does not have enough legal protection. Read more...
Ancient hedge laying used to boost biodiversity
8 Mar 2026 at 7:21am
Bristol Water is using ancient hedge laying techniques to improve biodiversity near Blagdon lake. Read more...
Wildlife trust buys land to create new reserve
8 Mar 2026 at 6:45am
In its 100th year, the Norfolk Wildlife Trust spends £4.6m on 336 acres of farmland. Read more...
Being an Essex girl never held me back, says spacecraft engineer
8 Mar 2026 at 6:40am
"I don't think stereotypes like that have ever bothered me," says 36-year-old Sian Cleaver. Read more...
Spectacular images reveal unique sea creatures and corals off Caribbean islands
8 Mar 2026 at 1:38am
Scientists discover underwater mountain ranges, golden towers of coral, and never-before-seen sea creatures. Read more...
Baikonur Launch Pad restored, clearing path for Progress MS-33 ISS Mission
7 Mar 2026 at 7:49pmRussia’s crucial launch infrastructure at Baikonur Cosmodrome’s Site 31/6 has been fully repaired following a…
The post Baikonur Launch Pad restored, clearing path for Progress MS-33 ISS Mission appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com.
Read more...Severe weather in central US leaves at least 6 dead
7 Mar 2026 at 12:27pmSevere weather is forecast for Saturday across the United States. At least 6 are dead after tornadoes hit Oklahoma and Michigan.
The post Severe weather in central US leaves at least 6 dead first appeared on EarthSky.
Read more... Tim Peake leaves scouts starry-eyed at hut opening
7 Mar 2026 at 10:23am
Peake was the first Briton to set foot on the International Space Station. Read more...
NASA contract confirms selection of ULA’s Centaur 5 as new upper stage for th...
7 Mar 2026 at 12:40amThe upper stage of United launch Alliance’s Vulcan rockets performed successfully across the first four flights of the rocket since 2024. The first launch of a Centaur 5 as part of a Space Launch System rocket would be on the Artemis 4 mission. Read more...
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