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2023 July 21 - Galactic Cirrus: Mandel Wilson 9

Posted July 21, 2023

In today's image, we see a deep exposure showing the galactic cirrus, thin dust clouds located in the direction of the north and south galactic poles....

2023 July 20 - M64: The Black Eye Galaxy Close Up

Posted July 20, 2023

In today's image, we see the galaxy known as M64 or the Black Eye Galaxy for its distinct appearance. This is an example of a spiral galaxy, much like...

2023 July 19 - Chandrayaan-3 Launches to the Moon

Posted July 19, 202300:03:29

In today's image, we see the  Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft as it is launched on its way to the Moon. When it arrives in late August it will be landing...

2023 July 18 - Milky Way above La Palma Observatory

Posted July 18, 2023

In today's image, we see the La Palma observatory in the Canary Islands. Above in the sky, we see a number of constellations as well as our Milky Way...

2023 July 17 - Shells and Arcs around CW Leonis

Posted July 17, 2023

In today's image, we see the star known as CW Leonis. This is an example of a carbon star which is a star that has become enriched in carbon relative...