Notícias de "amateur astronomy"

Rare alignment of Venus, Jupiter and Mercury lights up sky this weekend

A rare planetary alignment occurs this weekend when Vênus, Júpiter and Mercúrio align in the western sky after sunset. The phenomenon offers...

Japanese amateur astronomer detects type II supernova in distant galaxy

Yasuo Sano, an amateur astronomer resident at Hokkaido, at Japão, has identified a supernova in the galaxy NGC 5907, located in the...

Guide to observing deep-sky objects teaches you how to find galaxies and nebulae (91)

Astronomical observation goes beyond monitoring neighboring planets or the most famous constellations visible to the naked eye. Para enthusiasts who have already...

Telescope or binoculars? See how to observe galaxies and nebulae in 2026

The most distant and rewarding objects in the night sky challenge even experienced observers. Após master the location of planets and constellations...

Amateur astronomer discovers supernova in Dragon in distant galaxy

A Japanese amateur astronomer has identified a supernova in the galaxy NGC 5907, located in the constellation Dragão. The celestial object, named...

Rare phenomenon aligns six planets in the sky this Saturday and guarantees a visual spectacle at dusk

As night falls this Saturday, February 28, 2026, the firmament offers a unique opportunity for astronomy enthusiasts and casual observers. Seis planets...

Asteroid discovered by Kazuro Watanabe is named Meizen by Fukuoka school at event

An asteroid in the solar system was officially named “Meizen” in reference to Fukuoka Prefectural Meizen High School, located in Kurume, in...

Asteroid 433 Eros approaches Earth in November in a safe and visible passage through amateur telescopes