A new moon occurs when the Moon is positioned between ... Nebulae: Star-forming regions such as the Orion Nebula and the Eagle Nebula appear clearer. Planets: Planets like Venus and Jupiter ...
The new year opens with Jupiter still dominating the night sky. Earth passed the king of planets in the orbital race a month ago, but something as brilliant as Jupiter takes a while to fade.
Fittingly named for its shape, the Dark Wolf Nebula is no mere puppy - it spans an area some four times the size of the Full Moon. Gum 55 is even bigger, a huge stellar nursery actively making new ...
With the Moon now out of the way, this is a great time to look at the spectacular Sword of Orion region which contains the wonderful Orion Nebula notes the ...