Starwatch: Look west to see the moon blot out Leo’s brightest star Regulus will suddenly disappear from view for a couple of hours on the first evening of British summer time

Starwatch: Look west to see the moon blot out Leo’s brightest star #Science #Space #Astronomy #LunarEclipse #LeoConstellation #NightSkyObservations

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It's Glowing GOLD: The "Impossible" Chemistry of Interstellar Object 3I/ATLAS Is it a comet, a spaceship, or a cosmic alchemist? ☄️ Just when we thought we understood the interstellar visitor 3I/ATLAS, it did something impossible: it stopped glowing green and started glowing gold. In this episode, we dive deep into the mind-bending analysis by geophysicist Stefan Burns, who proposes a theory that could rewrite our understanding of comets. We explore the strange color shift of 3I/ATLAS—from deep red, to nickel-green, and now to a brilliant gold as it enters the constellation of Leo. Is this just a coincidence, or a cosmic signal? Join us as we break down the hard science behind the spectacle. We discuss the baffling discovery of nickel emission without iron (a chemical impossibility for normal comets!) and break down Burns' theory of metal carbonyls and nickel tetracarbonyl. Was 3I/ATLAS a thermally processed short-period comet that "picked up" exotic metals during its lonely journey between stars? We also cover: - The "Alchemy" of Space: How heat and chemistry are changing the object's color in real-time. - Closest Approach to Earth: What to expect when this golden traveler swings by on December 19th. - The eerie synchronicity of a "Golden Comet" entering the Lion's Gate. Whether you are a hard-science geek or a seeker of cosmic mysteries, this episode connects the dots between observational data and the thrill of the unknown. 🎧 Listen now to uncover the secrets of our latest interstellar visitor before it vanishes forever! Don't forget to hit FOLLOW and rate us 5 stars if you love unraveling space mysteries! Share this episode with a friend who needs to know what's flying over their head right now. 👇 #3IATLAS #InterstellarObject #StefanBurns #SpaceNews #Comet #Astronomy #SciencePodcast #GoldComet #LeoConstellation #SpaceMysteries

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UK Launches New Azalea Satellites to Boost Space-Based Intelligence Capabilities Aviation News – Three British-designed Azalea satellites have entered low Earth orbit, marking a major step in strengthening the UK’s space-based intelligence and surveillance capabilities. The trio of satellites, developed and built by BAE Systems, was launched on 28 November 2025 via Exolaunch as part of SpaceX’s Transporter-15 rideshare mission. The deployment represents a key milestone in the company’s self-funded Azalea programme, designed to deliver advanced intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) services to defence, security and civil sectors across the UK.

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SpaceX launches 21 satellites for US military’s new LEO constellation

SpaceX's Falcon 9 launched from Vandenberg on Sept. 10, 2025, delivering 21 Transport Layer satellites for the US military’s 126‑satellite constellation. Read more: getnews.me/spacex-launches-21-satel... #spacex #transportlayer #leoconstellation

Stunning close-up of the spiral galaxy NGC 3521, located 35 million light-years away in the constellation Leo. This Hubble Space Telescope image reveals its intricate, patchy spiral arms filled with dust and young, blue stars, contrasting with more regularly structured spiral galaxies. The galaxy spans 50,000 light-years and is visible through small telescopes.

Astronomy Picture from 30/11/2015

In the Center of Spiral Galaxy NGC 3521

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap151130.html


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A stunning image of the spiral galaxy NGC 3521 in the constellation Leo. The galaxy's patchy spiral arms, pink star-forming regions, and blue star clusters are vividly displayed, along with fainter, bubble-like shells, likely tidal debris from past mergers. This detailed view showcases the galaxy's beauty and complex history.

Astronomy Picture from 05/05/2022

NGC 3521: Galaxy in a Bubble

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap220505.html


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Stunning telephoto image of Comet Lulin and Saturn in the constellation Leo on February 23rd, 2009. The bright planet Saturn, with its rings appearing edge-on, is near the greenish comet Lulin, which was at its closest approach to Earth. Both celestial bodies are captured in the same field of view, creating a dramatic celestial encounter against a backdrop of countless stars. Diffraction spikes are visible around Saturn due to the telescope's aperture.

Astronomy Picture from 27/02/2009

Lulin and Saturn near Opposition

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap090227.html


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Terrestar wins with TD bank financing, deal signed with 5G automotive group - SpaceQ Media Inc. Montreal’s Terrestar Solutions scored two big wins on February 6, 2025 through bank financing and a deal with the automotive industry.

Terrestar gets TD bank financing to continue work towards a constellation of low-earth-orbit satellites for direct-to-device connectivity in Canada. spaceq.ca/terrestar-wi... #D2D #LEOConstellation #Satellites #Canada

*The world may be burning and life may be short so get the tattoos*
New zodiac stick and poke tattoos by Annie Humphrey.
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