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Dec 16 2025SCIENCE

Winter Solstice Science: A Unique Learning Experience

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is set to host a special event for the winter solstice. This event will take place at the Sunwheel on December 21. Two sessions are planned: one at sunrise and another at sunset. The goal is to help people understand the science behind the shortest day of the

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May 11 2025SCIENCE

A Star's Fatal Date with a Wandering Black Hole

In the vastness of space, a black hole has been caught red-handed, feasting on a star. This isn't just any black hole, though. It's a rogue, wandering far from its galaxy's core. The event, labeled AT2024tvd, was first noticed by the Palomar Observatory. Later, big-name space telescopes like Hubble

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Mar 06 2025SCIENCE

Moon Magic: Unveiling Lunar Eclipse Mysteries

Lunar eclipses are a celestial spectacle that captivate people around the world. These events occur when the Earth's shadow blocks the sun's light from reaching the moon. Unlike solar eclipses, lunar eclipses can be seen from a much larger area on Earth. This is because the Earth's shadow is much la

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Dec 31 2024SCIENCE

The Unseen Moon: What's a Black Moon?

Ever heard of a blue moon? Well, a black moon is its lesser-known cousin. This rare event happens when there are two new moons in a single month. You're probably wondering, "What's so special about a new moon? " Usually, new moons slide by unnoticed since they're invisible from Earth. But on Decembe

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