Astronomy History

Forty years have passed since the first moon landing and man has seemed to retreat from the solar system.

Jul 15, 2009 - Kelly Whitt

Scientists have pinpointed the cause behind the 1908 explosion of a space object over Siberia.

Jun 26, 2009 - Kelly Whitt

What does Polaris mean? Find translations of the names of many of the major stars.

Apr 9, 2009 - Kelly Whitt

Where do the names of stars come from and can people purchase the naming rights to a star?

Apr 3, 2009 - Kelly Whitt

The "Dog Days of Summer" is a term used to refer to the central, torrid part of the hot season and it originally comes from the star Sirius.

Jul 15, 2008 - Kelly Whitt