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2021 October 29 - Haunting the Cepheus Flare

Posted October 29, 2021 • 00:03:21

In today's image, we see the Cepheus Flare, part of a molecular cloud in the constellation of Cepheus. The blue nebula in the middle if a reflection...

2021 October 28 - Mirach's Ghost

Posted October 28, 2021 • 00:04:03

In today's image, we see Mirach's Ghost - a lenticular galaxy that happens to her located near the star Mirach which is the beta star in the constellation...

2021 October 27 - NGC 6995: The Bat Nebula

Posted October 27, 2021 • 00:03:19

In today's image, we see the Bat Nebula. This is a part of the Veil Supernova Remnant. This is a part of a star which exploded as a supernova long ago.

2021 October 26 - Jupiter Rotates

Posted October 26, 2021 • 00:03:43

In today's image, we see the planet Jupiter and observe its rotation. Jupiter rotates quickly - completing a rotation in less than 10 hours compared...

2021 October 25 - Road to the Galactic Center

Posted October 25, 2021 • 00:03:37

In today's image, we see the road leading toward the center of our galaxy. Above the horizon we see part of our Milky Way, showing the location of the...