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Earth's Portrait from Blue Ghost
On January 15, 2025, Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost lunar lander captured a stunning image of Earth during its journey to the Moon. The photograph showcases our planet's vibrant colors set against the blackness of space, offering a fresh perspective from a private spacecraft. Blue Ghost is currently en route to a planned lunar landing on March 2, carrying NASA experiments to support future lunar missions.
Last week news
• January 21: SpaceX Resumes Starlink Deployments
After a brief hiatus, SpaceX successfully launched 21 Starlink satellites into orbit, marking its first Starlink mission since the Starship test flight incident. This deployment aims to enhance global internet coverage, particularly in remote areas.
• January 25: Planetary Parade Graces the Night Sky
Skywatchers were treated to a rare alignment of six planets—Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, Mars, Uranus, and Neptune—visible simultaneously after sunset. While the brighter planets were observable with the naked eye, Uranus and Neptune required optical aids. Such alignments, though not uncommon, are always a delight for astronomy enthusiasts.
Upcoming events
• January 30: Venus and Saturn Conjunction
Venus and Saturn will appear exceptionally close in the evening sky, a phenomenon known as a conjunction. This close approach offers a striking visual, with the bright glow of Venus juxtaposed against the more subdued light of Saturn. Best viewed shortly after sunset in the southwestern sky.
• February 1: Launch of Axiom Space's Private Mission to the ISS
Axiom Space is set to launch its private mission to the International Space Station, carrying a crew of private astronauts. This mission represents a significant step in the commercialization of low Earth orbit and the expansion of private space exploration.
Mobile wallpaperToday’s wallpaper is from the Orion Nebula This week's wallpaper features a breathtaking image of the Orion Nebula, captured by the Hubble Space Telescope. Located approximately 1,344 light-years away, the Orion Nebula is one of the brightest nebulae in the night sky and a prolific star-forming region. The image showcases intricate details of interstellar gas and dust, providing a glimpse into the complexities of stellar nurseries. Credit: NASA, ESA, M. Robberto (Space Telescope Science Institute/ESA), and the Hubble Space Telescope Orion Treasury Project Team. |  |
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