Astronomy & Space

Space shuttle Columbia, the first shuttle built, broke up over Texas just minutes before its scheduled landing in 2003. A look back at what happened.

Feb 3, 2012 – Catherine E Whitehead

Some basic books, magazines, binocular and telescopes considerations to help any budding stargazer take first steps in becoming an Amateur Astronomer.

Jan 31, 2012 – John Kulczycki

Sky and Telescope's "Pocket Sky Atlas" is a wonderful resource for all amateur astronomers. These challenges are designed for spicing up your observing.

Jan 31, 2012 – John Kulczycki

The planets shine brightly on winter evenings, with dim Uranus making a special appearance beside Venus.

Jan 30, 2012 – Kelly Whitt

The M83 galaxy is the closest and brightest spiral galaxy in the night sky and is visible with a small telescope in the constellation of Hydra.

Jan 7, 2012 – Michael Manning