March 2022
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Features
Wild weather of the solar system
Today’s forecast: Scalding temperatures, extreme winds, and a chance of diamond downpours.
First look at the 2024 total solar eclipse
On April 8, 2024, millions of Americans will watch the Moon entirely blot out the Sun.
When the Atomic Age met the Space Age
Is space for exploration or militarization? Early rocket pioneers like Wernher von Braun thought it might be prudent to pursue both.
Planetary nebulae in color
These dying stars are going out in style, showing off rich greens, blues, and reds you can enjoy through your eyepiece.
Beyond the Messier marathon
If you’re tired of running the same old race, here’s a new route through the night sky.
Leap into the Large Magellanic Cloud
The Milky Way’s close companion is more than just a single deep-sky object — it’s a bustling galactic metropolis waiting to be explored.
Add the Polarie U to your toolbox
Vixen’s star tracker will suit your observing needs, no matter your experience level.
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