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Scientists process test images at Rubin Observatory in preparation for ‘First Look’
The Vera C. Rubin Observatory in Chile has begun generating test images of the night sky, but the big reveal is expected ...
Geomagnetic storm may make northern lights visible in Wisconsin, 16 other states this week
A geomagnetic storm could make the northern lights shine bright across Wisconsin this week. Here's what to know about your ...
The 2025 Lyrid meteor shower is set to peak tonight. Here's when and where to see it.
The 2025 Lyrid meteor shower is expected to peak overnight Monday, April 21, into the morning of Tuesday, April 22, according to NASA. During the Lyrids ' peak, 10 to 20 fast and bright meteors can be ...
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Exploring the tropical night sky with the Manfred Olson Planetarium
On Fridays this month, the UW-Milwaukee planetarium's "Stars in the Tropics" takes stargazers to cities near the equator for a different perspective on the night sky. While we’re certainly not ...