The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has provided a breathtaking glimpse into the early stages of star formation, capturing the dramatic development of a protostar in a luminous hourglass-shaped cloud. This observation, which illuminates the complex processes involved in star birth, provides profound insights into the behavior and evolution of young stellar objects. Observation of … Read more
Astronomers and stargazers across the United States are in for a treat this weekend with a rare planetary alignment set to take place on Saturday, June 29. This celestial event, known as a planetary parade, will see several planets visible in the early morning sky, providing a spectacular display for those willing to get up … Read more
It may not quite compare to the majesty of the Alpine Tunnel that releases Bernina Express trains over the Landwasser Viaduct. But for the sheer beauty of the surrounding landscape, the Ffestiniog Tunnel comes pretty close. Its construction, in the 1870s, was a triumph of Victorian effort and its survival was equally epic. The future … Read more