Jamie Carter
Jamie Carter is a seasoned science writer with a focus on astronomy and space science. His articles are known for their clarity and lack of bias, making complex scientific concepts accessible to the general public. He has written for reputable publications such as Forbes and Live Science.
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Recent Articles
Upcoming Geomagnetic Storm Could Bring Auroras as Far South as New York and Idaho
Broke On: Tuesday, 23 July 2024A halo CME from the sun, which erupted on July 21, is forecasted to cause a G2-level geomagnetic storm on July 24. This solar activity may lead to visible auroras as far south as New York and Idaho. The best viewing opportunities are predicted between 06:00-09:00 Universal Time (1:00-4:00 EDT) on Wednesday. 
Exploring the Night Sky This Week: Mercury's Greatest Evening Elongation, Saturn and Jupiter's Close Encounter, and the Delta Aquariid Meteor Shower
Broke On: Monday, 22 July 2024Discover celestial wonders this week: Mercury at greatest evening elongation on July 22, Saturn and Jupiter visible with Saturn occulted by the waning gibbous moon for Asian and African viewers on July 24, the Northern Crown (Corona Borealis) in view, moon in waning gibbous phase rising after sunset on July 23, last quarter moon on July 28 at 9:52 p.m. CDT, and the Delta Aquariid meteor shower from late July through early August. Newly Discovered Moon Cave: Potential Shelter for Future Astronauts and Treasure Trove of Lunar Insights
Broke On: Monday, 15 July 2024Scientists discover a potential shelter cave on the moon at the Sea of Tranquility, approximately 250 miles from Apollo 11's landing site. The cave, estimated to be at least 130 feet wide and tens of yards long, could provide natural shelter for astronauts and valuable insights into lunar formation and resources. 
Why It's Hotter When Earth is Farther from the Sun: Debunking the Aphelion Misconception
Broke On: Friday, 05 July 2024During aphelion, Earth's farthest point from the Sun, the Northern Hemisphere experiences longer days and higher sun angles due to its tilt towards the Sun, contributing to summer heatwaves and record-breaking temperatures. 
NASA's Parker Solar Probe Survives 20th Close Approach to the Sun, Breaking Speed Records
Broke On: Sunday, 30 June 2024NASA's Parker Solar Probe breaks records by surviving its 20th close approach to the sun on June 30, 2024, coming within 4.51 million miles and traveling at a speed of 394,736 miles per hour. This mission provides crucial data on solar wind and space weather, contributing to improved understanding and forecasting capabilities. 
Two Near-Earth Asteroid Flybys: 1.5-Kilometer-Wide Binary System 2011 UL21 and Elongated 500-Foot Wide Asteroid 2024 MK Approach Earth, Revealing Crucial Data for Planetary Defense
Broke On: Thursday, 27 June 2024Two asteroids, 2011 UL21, a binary system with a moonlet passing at a distance of 4.1 million miles from Earth, and 2024 MK, an elongated and angular one approaching at about 184,000 miles, provided valuable data for planetary defense through NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory's radar imaging. These encounters allowed scientists to refine models for detecting and responding to near-Earth objects. 
July 2024: Celestial Events to Watch - Buck Moon, Aphelion Day, and Met shower Peaks
Broke On: Monday, 01 July 2024Experience July's celestial events: Crescent Moon with Mars (July 1), Aphelion Day (July 5), Full Buck Moon and meteor showers (July 21). Observe Mars, planets, and star clusters with a telescope or binoculars. Southern Delta Aquarids, Alpha Capricornids peak late July with around 20 shooting stars per hour. Perseids peak Aug. 11-12 with up to 100 meteors. 
Two Massive Asteroids to Fly by Earth: 415029 (2011 UL21) on June 27 and 2024 MK on June 29
Broke On: Thursday, 27 June 2024Two massive asteroids, 415029 (2011 UL21) and 2024 MK, will fly by Earth within days of each other in late June. The first, larger than Mount Everest and approximately 2310 meters in diameter, will pass more than 4 million miles away on June 27. The second asteroid, posing no threat to Earth with a distance of about 180,000 miles away on June 29, offers an opportunity for stargazers to observe these celestial bodies as they safely pass by. 
Summer 2024 Night Sky: Perseids, Delta Aquariids, Planets, and Celestial Events
Broke On: Thursday, 20 June 2024Discover the summer night sky's wonders: Perseids and Delta Aquariids meteor showers, Mars-Jupiter conjunction, Saturn's opposition with rings and moons visible, Venus rising in the west, Milky Way observation, partial lunar eclipse on September 17, auroras at high latitudes, star eclipses, and four full moons - Strawberry Moon (July 21), Full Buck Moon (August 19), Full Sturgeon Moon (September 17), and Harvest Moon. 
The Iconic 'Earthrise' Image: A Reminder of Our Responsibility to Protect the Planet
Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024In December 1968, astronaut Bill Anders captured the iconic 'Earthrise' photograph from lunar orbit, inspiring global attention and action towards environmental preservation. The image of Earth rising above the moon's gray backdrop sparked emotions and led to significant environmental legislation.