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New research from a team of citizen scientists challenges the old idea that Jupiter's visible clouds are formed of ammonia ...

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With 2025 the peak of the sun’s 11-year solar cycle, expect intense geomagnetic storms that fuel auroras. Yes, they may well ...

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A groundbreaking study combining the efforts of amateur and professional astronomers has redefined our understanding of ...

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A spectacular meteor fireball streaked across the skies above Teruel and Cuenca on the night of January 4 at 21:14 CET. The dazzling event, seen in full color from Valencia and Castellón, illuminated ...

Welcome to WTOP’s inaugural monthly feature of “What’s up in the sky?” Here’s what D.C. stargazers can watch for regarding ...