Astronomy

June 20, 2024

Get Ready for This Weekend’s Exceptionally Large Strawberry Moon

Summer is here, and the Moon is about to put on a spectacular show to celebrate. Just one day after the summer solstice, June's full moon—known as the Strawberry Moon—will be at its fullest. It will also appear exceptionally large because, according to Farmer's Almanac, it is the lowest full moon in years. This is because the Moon mirrors the Sun's position in the sky.

Read Article

June 6, 2024

Astrophotographer Captures Incredible Sunspot Close-Ups From His Backyard

Astrophotographer Andrew McCarthy is known for his ultra-high-definition photos of the Sun, and now he's focusing his equipment on an interesting detail of our star. AR3697 is a massive sunspot that has gotten a lot of attention lately, as it's the main cause of May's vibrant auroras. McCarthy has been tracking the sunspot from his backyard and put together some incredible time-lapses of its activity.

Read Article

May 28, 2024

Agriculture on Mars Is Closer to Reality Thanks To Mayan Farming Practices

Humans visiting Mars will likely happen within the next 15 years. However, it will be a nine-month-long journey one way. Finding a way to feed humans on Mars is, therefore, critical before anyone steps foot on the Red Planet. A recent study done by researchers in the Netherlands may have come up with a viable method for growing nutrient rich vegetables by drawing upon ancient farming techniques used by the Mayans.

Read Article

May 21, 2024

Unexpected Meteor Lights Up the Sky in Portugal and Spain

When a meteor is set to enter Earth's atmosphere, scientists are typically prepared for it. But over the weekend, a fragment of a comet lit up the sky in Portugal and Spain, taking everyone by surprise. Caught on camera by the European Space Agency (ESA) and social media users, video footage shows a bright streak that lights up the night sky with a bluish-green color.

Read Article

My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.