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Binary Star Systems

By Alexis Landis - February 6th, 2012

What do you call a planet orbiting two stars?

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Are Martians Invading Earth?

By Alexis Landis - January 30th, 2012

Are Martians invading the Earth? If so, where are they?


Feeling Around in the Dark

By Alexis Landis - January 23rd, 2012

Astronomers are training their telescopes on the most distant reaches of the universe, but what will they find?


A Fast Solar Spin Cycle

By Alexis Landis - January 16th, 2012

Scientists have discovered a star spinning at 100 times the rotation velocity of our sun. That’s fast!


Superstitions abound in 2012

By Alexis Landis - January 9th, 2012

For those of you fearful of the number 13, you may have a tough time in 2012.


Long Dark Mornings

By Alexis Landis - January 2nd, 2012

This week residents in the Delaware Valley will experience the latest sunrises of the entire year.


The Year in Astronomy

By Alexis Landis - December 26th, 2011

Explore the biggest stories in astronomy in 2011.


Let’s Celebrate Winter Solstice

By Alexis Landis - December 19th, 2011

Why is it that the earliest sunset comes before the Winter Solstice?


Don’t Miss the Geminids!

By Alexis Landis - December 12th, 2011

Don’t miss the most prominent meteor shower of the year!


Looking Forward to Summer Already?

By Alexis Landis - December 5th, 2011

Have you had your fill of long dark nights, yet? Well, Thursday marks the earliest sunset, but don’t despair.


Mars Rover Curiosity

By Alexis Landis - November 28th, 2011

The rover Curiosity is on its way to Mars and will look for signs of life on the planet.


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