Astronomy


December 31, 2024

After His Death, Neil Armstrongโ€™s Widow Found a Bag of Space Artifacts in His Closet

There are many stories of historical treasures hiding for decades in attics and cupboards around the world, but few match what was found in a closet in Ohio in 2012. A few months after the death of Neil Armstrong, his widow, Carol, came across a white bag in a closet. Upon closer inspection, she found tiny parts that looked like they could have belonged to a spaceship.

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December 11, 2024

Get Ready for the Geminid Meteor Shower, the Last Big Astronomy Event of 2024

From a total solar eclipse to bright auroras and comet sightings, 2024 has been amazing for stargazers around the world. Now, as the year is coming to a close, it is going out with a bang. The Geminid meteor shower, one of the most anticipated astronomical events of the year, is right around the corner. This year, the Geminid meteor shower will peak on Friday, December 13 and Saturday, December 14.

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