NASA’s Artemis II mission just got very interesting
NASA is preparing for Artemis II, the first crewed Moon mission in decades, and people around the world can now send their names to fly aboard the spacecraft.
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2025 Blood Moon lunar eclipse in pictures
Sky gazers around the world captured striking images of the Blood Moon on Sunday, as the rare lunar eclipse painted the moon red for more than an hour.
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Blood Moon lunar eclipse: What it means for zodiac signs and safe rituals
The Blood Moon lunar eclipse peaks at 20:11 (SAST) on Sunday, 7 September 2025 — here’s what it means for each zodiac sign and the safe rituals you can follow.
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Blood Moon lunar eclipse: Date, significance, when to view in South Africa
Sky-watchers in South Africa will witness a rare Blood Moon lunar eclipse on Sunday night, with the event lasting more than 80 minutes and peaking at 20:11 (SAST).
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Perseid meteor shower: When it will peak, what it means for these star signs
The Perseid meteor shower peak is almost here, promising one of the brightest and busiest nights for stargazers — and astrologers say certain zodiac signs may feel its energy most.
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Venus and Jupiter set for a celestial ‘kiss’ in a conjunction: Here’s what it means
On Tuesday, the Venus Jupiter conjunction will see the two brightest planets in the night sky appear side by side, creating a rare viewing opportunity with astrological meaning for certain zodiac signs.
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Skywatching in August 2025: Important celestial events to look out for this month
August 2025 offers exciting skywatching moments including a close meetup between Venus and Jupiter, the Perseid meteor shower, and clear views of the Dumbbell Nebula.
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Mercury in retrograde: Here’s how it affects your zodiac sign
Mercury retrograde from 17 July to 10 August 2025, is set to impact communication, decisions, and emotions—here’s what it means for your zodiac sign.
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Saturn and Neptune appear near the Moon: Here’s what it means for your star sign
Saturn and Neptune rose with the Moon on Wednesday, 16 July 2025, creating a rare sky event believed to carry emotional and spiritual significance for certain zodiac signs.
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Saturn in retrograde starts today: Here’s how it affects your star sign
Saturn begins its retrograde motion in Pisces today, and astrologers believe this cosmic event will bring emotional reflection and responsibility challenges for several zodiac signs.
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Moon meets Regulus tonight: What this means for Leos and these fixed star signs
Tonight, the Moon will appear next to the star Regulus, sparking powerful emotions and spotlight energy for Leos and other fixed signs.
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X1.1-class solar flare causes radio blackouts in Western Pacific
An X1.1-class solar flare erupted from the Sun on Sunday, causing radio blackouts over the western Pacific.
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Indicators of alien life may have been found – astrophysicist explains what the new research means
A new research paper in the Astrophysical Journal suggests that Cambridge scientists have managed to find this type of emission with a certainty of 99.7% from a planet called K2-18b, 124 light years away.
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Watch: The moment ‘Butch’ and ‘Suni’ touched down on Earth [video]
After nine months in space, NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams safely returned to Earth. Here’s what happened.
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Blood moon lunar eclipse: Time and date, significance, where to view it in South Africa
South Africa will witness a penumbral lunar eclipse on Friday, 14 March 2025, with the blood moon visible in select areas before moonset—here’s everything you need to know.
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Katy Perry part of celeb crew next on Blue Origin space trip
Katy Perry is set to join Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin mission, taking part in an upcoming spaceflight alongside a celebrity crew.
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NASA makes new projections on chances of astroid 2024 YR4 hitting Earth
While concerns about an Earth impact have been ruled out, NASA scientists have noted a small possibility—currently estimated at 1.7%—that asteroid 2024 YR4 could impact the Moon on 22 December 2032.
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NASA reveals chances of asteroid 2024 YR4 hitting Earth have increased
NASA has increased the impact probability of asteroid 2024 YR4 to 3.1%, the highest risk ever recorded.
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What do we know about ‘Quipu’? – Scientists discover the largest known structure in the universe
Astronomers have discovered “Quipu,” the largest known structure in the universe, spanning 1.3 billion light-years. Here’s what this means for science.
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Major lunar standstill expected tonight: Here’s why the moon will be at its highest
The Moon will reach an unusually high position in the sky tonight due to a major lunar standstill. Here’s what causes this rare event and whether South Africa will see any effects.
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Venus at its greatest eastern elongation: What this means and how to view in South Africa
Venus shines bright at its Greatest Eastern Elongation this weekend. Discover its meaning, significance, and the best viewing tips for South Africa.
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Venus dazzles in the first conjunction event for 2025
Venus shone brightly just above the waxing crescent Moon in the western sky after sunset.
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Quadrantids meteor shower: How to observe the celestial event in South Africa
The Quadrantids meteor shower peaks tonight, offering a dazzling celestial display visible from parts of South Africa.
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When will Earth reach perihelion in 2025? – Here’s what you must know
At perihelion, Earth travels slightly faster in its orbit due to the Sun’s stronger gravitational pull.
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Final Full Moon of 2024 lights up South African skies tonight
For stargazers in South Africa, this moon offers a brilliant display and a chance to reflect on its astronomical and cultural significance.
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Surprise solar flare to graze Earth on Wednesday, 11 December 2024
A surprise solar flare is set to graze Earth on Wednesday. Here’s how this space weather event might affect South Africans.
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The Geminid meteor shower: How to watch December’s stunning celestial event
While those in the Northern Hemisphere enjoy slightly better visibility, South African viewers still have excellent opportunities to witness this cosmic event.
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Earth’s mini-moon left our orbit this week: Here’s when it will return
Astronomers predict that 2024 PT5 could return to Earth’s vicinity within a few decades.
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Boost for start-ups involved in space, Earth observation
Launched in 2021, the NEOFrontiers is an innovation funding mechanism designed to drive the growth of the local space sector through increased public investments.
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Earth now has a second moon: Here’s what it means
Earth will temporarily gain a second moon for the next two months, providing a rare opportunity for scientists to study this mini-moon event.