The moon in art has changed from symbol to something real, but that hasn’t changed our will to see it.
Tag: Space and Astronomy
Sarah Parcak Thinks We Need to Learn From the Fall of Egypt’s Old Kingdom
In a new book, the archaeologist makes the case that ancient history illuminates solutions to modern problems.
After SpaceX Starlink Launch, a Fear of Satellites That Outnumber All Visible Stars
Images of the Starlink constellation in orbit have rattled astronomers around the world.
Should That Minor Planet Be Named Gonggong? Astronomers Want the Public’s Help
Astronomers discovered the minor planet 2007 OR10 more than a decade ago. Now they’re asking the public to vote on what to submit as its official name.
Darkness Visible, Finally: Astronomers Capture First Ever Image of a Black Hole
Astronomers at last have captured a picture of one of the most secretive entities in the cosmos.
Israel’s Beresheet Lunar Lander Moves Into Moon Orbit
Next week, the robotic probe built by the nonprofit SpaceIL is to attempt to land on the lunar surface.
From Russia, With Thrusters
As another Soyuz space rocket prepares to send a new batch of astronauts to the International Space Station, a photographer takes us inside the world’s oldest and largest spaceport.
After SpaceX Launch, Israeli Spacecraft Begins Journey to the Moon
The privately built spacecraft will take a long trip to the moon, landing on its surface in April.
How Israel’s Moon Lander Got to the Launchpad
With $100 million and a lot of volunteer labor, SpaceIL’s Beresheet spacecraft could be the first privately built vessel to reach the lunar surface.
Lunar Eclipse and Supermoon: Photos From Around the World
Photographers captured scenes in the skies as the Earth’s shadow covered the moon.