Beyond The Stars

From asteroid threats to earth and telescope reviews to space tourism and life on other planets, we invite you to join us and help us unearth the mysteries that are looming just beyond our atmosphere.

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Solar Eclipse vs Lunar Eclipse: Are You Ready For The Next One?

Do you want to watch one of the coolest and rarest sights ever? Solar and lunar eclipses are known for their uniqueness and the awe they bring to people around the world. But do you know the difference (beyond the obvious) between a lunar eclipse vs solar eclipse? In this article, we’ll discuss the differences and similarities between solar and lunar eclipses. We also let you know how to safely view the upcoming solar eclipse…

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Comet ISON

Comet ISON 2013: What Really Happened?

In case you missed it, there was some hullabaloo in the astronomy sector in 2013 around Comet ISON, but for those of us who are less astronomically inclined the reason for this excitement is often overlooked. Formally known as C/2012 S1 the Comet ISON could have made history by being the brightest comet that Earth has ever seen. Below we will take a look at the discovery of the comet, where it came from and what really happened…

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How Much Does A Good Telescope Cost?

Stargazing got your head spinning? Telescopes are pricey and complex instruments, so you want to make sure you get one that you can operate and that will meet your needs. Depending on the type of scope that you buy and your skill level, you’ll be able to use it to see and identify different objects in the sky. Read on to eliminate any confusion you may have before buying a telescope…

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Earth: B612 Foundation

B612 Foundation: Saving The Human Race

Ever wonder if the human race will get wiped out like the dinosaurs? Perhaps there’s a way we can prevent it. The B612 Foundation is a foundation focused on building, launching and operating a space telescope with the intent of monitoring threatening asteroids. Below we will take a look at the story behind the foundation, the mission of the foundation, the B612 foundation goals and how you can get involved…

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Asteroid

Asteroid 2012 DA14 May Knock Out Your Phone Reception

Are you afraid the big asteroid is going to hit the earth this Friday? That sure would put a kink in your weekend plans, right? Well, an asteroid named 2012 DA14 is scheduled to fly past Earth this Friday, but is not expected to impact Earth as was once thought. This will be the closest an asteroid will come to earth since astronomers have began to conduct regular sky surveys. The asteroid will be so close that some researchers are suggesting that it could possibly take out telecommunications satellites that we rely on…

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