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Friday, June 16, 2017

EarthSky News - June 16 - Are Asteroids Hiding Among the Taurids?

June 16
Are Asteroids Hiding Among the Taurids?

Are asteroids hiding among the Taurids?

And, more to the point, are any asteroids that might be hidden in the Taurid meteor stream potentially hazardous to Earth?

Close and far moons

Peter Lowenstein in Zimbabwe contrasts the size of the May 27 waxing crescent moon, which was close to Earth, with the June 9 full moon, which was far from Earth.

Tonight … Half-lit last quarter moon

Although appearing half-illuminated, the last quarter moon carries that name because it's three-quarters of the way from one new moon to the next.

Friday FAQ: Does the North Star ever move?

It's a symbol for constancy, but, if you took its picture, you'd find that the North Star makes its own little circle around the sky's north pole every day.

EarthSky Lunar Calendars are on sale 50% OFF

A unique and beautiful poster-sized calendar. Keep up with all phases of the moon every night of the year. Only about 100 left in stock, get them while you can!

Close and far moons

A full moon farthest from Earth, superimposed on a young crescent moon closest to Earth. The size difference is proportionally similar to that of a U.S. quarter versus a U.S. nickel. Composite image via Peter Lowenstein.

Tonight … Half-lit last quarter moon

Watch for it from around midnight until around noon tomorrow.

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Thursday, June 15, 2017

EarthSky News - June 15 - Earth Between Sun and Saturn

June 15
Earth Between Sun and Saturn

Earth between sun and Saturn today

This world is now opposite the sun in Earth's sky. How to see Saturn and enjoy it at its best!

10 space objects to see in daytime

A rundown of the top 10 space objects you can see - under the right conditions - during the day.

Climate change shrinking Colorado River

Ongoing drought - and increasing temperatures - have reduced water flow in the Colorado River, with more dramatic reductions expected. This ongoing, unprecedented event threatens water supplies in cities in the U.S. West and some of the most productive agricultural lands anywhere in the world.

The Guardians of the Pole

Kochab and Pherkad - 2 stars in the Little Dipper - are called Guardians of the Pole. How to find them and more.

EarthSky Lunar Calendars are on sale 50% OFF

A unique and beautiful poster-sized calendar. Keep up with all phases of the moon every night of the year. Only about 100 left in stock, get them while you can!

Earth between sun and Saturn today

Earth and Saturn are more or less on a line in space today. Image via NASA and not to scale.

Saturn’s 2-toned moon

Saturn's moon Iapetus is a world of contrast, with light and dark regions fitting together like cosmic puzzle pieces. Image via NASA/JPL-Caltech/Space Science Institute.

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