Science

January 6, 2020

Incredible Photo of a Sunrise During a Solar Eclipse Looks Like the Ocean Has Horns

Since he was a child, the sky has been a source of fascination for amateur astronomer Elias Chasiotis. Particularly drawn to eclipses, he recently made the journey to Qatar in order to take in the annular solar eclipse. While clouds made the eclipse difficult to photograph, Chasiotis was rewarded with something even more spectacular. As the sun rose over the waters, the eclipse was already in effect, making for a rare optical illusion.

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November 21, 2019

Scientists on Twitter Are Sharing the Most Interesting Facts They’ve Learned

Scientists are some of the most brilliant minds in society, which can make what they do and what they know difficult for others to wrap their brains around. With that in mind, the Twitter hashtag #MyOneScienceTweet is encouraging scientists from all fields to share their knowledge with others. Started by entomologist Dalton Ludwick in 2017, it's turned into a fascinating thread for scientists to share facts, dispel myths, and shut down misconceptions.

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November 7, 2019

These Fiery Photos Capture Every Sparking Detail of the Antares Rocket Launch

For most, the opportunity to see a rocket launch would be a once-in-a-lifetime experience. But for John Kraus, who grew up on Florida's “Space Coast,” it was a commonplace occurrence. So it made perfect sense that when he took up photography in 2015, spaceflight would be included in his work. After documenting a few launches, his hobby transformed into a full-time career that has allowed him to share his passion for spaceflight with the public.

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