India’s space agency on Monday released images its spacecraft took of the far side of the moon as it headed for an attempted landing on the lunar south pole, just days after the failure of a Russian lander. The Indian Space Research Organisation’s (ISRO) Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft had been in a race with Russia to be… Continue reading Moon landing anticipation builds for India after Russia’s crash
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What Is the Moon Made Of? Kaleidoscopic Map Sheds Light
Since the moon is susceptible to comet, meteoroid and asteroid impacts, there are numerous craters on the surface. The Earth’s moon is mostly gray and dusty, with lunar soil, called “regolith,” appearing as rocky remnants. The moon is also marked by stark contrasts: the dark areas known as maria and the lighter, rugged highlands. Once… Continue reading What Is the Moon Made Of? Kaleidoscopic Map Sheds Light
Russia’s Luna-25 spacecraft crashes into the moon
Russia’s Luna-25 spacecraft crashed into the moon after it spun into an uncontrolled orbit, the country’s Roscosmos space agency said Sunday. The pilotless spacecraft was aiming to be the first ever to land on the south pole of the moon, an area where scientists believe there could be important reserves of frozen water and precious… Continue reading Russia’s Luna-25 spacecraft crashes into the moon
Discover the Meaning of The Moon Tarot Card
The reversed Moon tarot card symbolizes the release of fear, inner confusion, and the importance of facing problems head-on. It suggests that we are currently experiencing an intuitive period or have recently overcome confusion, anxiety, and self-deception. By trusting our inner wisdom and embracing the lessons of the reversed Moon tarot card, we can gain… Continue reading Discover the Meaning of The Moon Tarot Card
Why August’s Moon Is Known as the Sturgeon Moon
The terms “full moon” and “supermoon” are easy to understand, but what the heck is a sturgeon moon? Ancient peoples gave names to each full moon, typically selecting a moniker that matched something that regularly occurred that month or season. Some say the nickname “sturgeon moon” is derived from the fact that Native Americans found… Continue reading Why August’s Moon Is Known as the Sturgeon Moon
When to see supermoons in August, blue moon, Carlos De Oliveria
In today’s newsletter: Mar-a-Lago’s property manager is expected to make his first court appearance today after his indictment in the Trump classified docs case. Pro-coup protesters waving Russian flags attacked the French embassy in Niger. And when to spot August’s spectacular supermoons. Here’s what to know today. Protesters attack French embassy in Niger, our team… Continue reading When to see supermoons in August, blue moon, Carlos De Oliveria