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Comet R3 PanSTARRS is brightening! Pics and chart here
Comet R3 PanSTARRS is now shining bright enough to spot in the morning sky with binoculars or a telescope, offering horse owners and barn managers a stunning celestial show before the day's activities begin.
The night sky in the time of the dinosaurs
Imagine looking up at a night sky during dinosaur times—quite a spectacle! Many stars we know today hadn't even twinkled into existence back then.
Ancestors of mammals laid eggs, says new fossil evidence
Scientists found a 250-million-year-old Lystrosaurus fossil inside an egg, proving that the ancestors of mammals once hatched from eggs too. This discovery might spark curiosity among horse owners about the ancient origins of their equine friends.
Sun news: Huge far-side blast rocks the sun
Sun unleashes massive far-side explosion, sending a cloud of charged particles towards Mars; a G1 geomagnetic storm may affect our weather systems on April 15, so keep an eye on any impacts this could have on equine activities.
Visible planets and night sky guide for April
Mark your calendars, equestrian community! For those in the Southern Hemisphere, tomorrow morning before sunrise offers a stunning celestial show with the moon sitting above Mercury, Mars, and Saturn — a perfect pre-ride or evening stable gaze.
Coma Berenices galaxy cluster, best in April and May
While stargazing this April or May, horse owners might spot the stunning Coma Berenices galaxy cluster through a telescope, a breathtaking sight amidst the night skies above their barns.
The tree-kangaroo lives in the hidden world of the treetops
Tree-kangaroos surprise with their agility high up in rainforest canopies, leaping and climbing through a world rarely witnessed by humans — a reminder to appreciate the unique adaptations animals have for various climates and heights.
Universe’s expansion rate: ‘Something doesn’t add up’
Scientists are puzzled as measurements of the universe's expansion don't match their expectations, hinting that our current understanding might miss some key elements, but this cosmic mystery won't affect how you care for your horses today.
International Dark Sky Week is April 13 to 20
Mark your calendars for April 13 to 20, when we spotlight the beauty of dark night skies and encourage horse owners to reduce light pollution during International Dark Sky Week.
Asteroid Apophis to sweep close 3 years from tomorrow
Asteroid Apophis will safely zip by Earth in three years, making a spectacular sight worth marking on your calendar, especially if you're stargazing after those evening rides or barn chores.
Why do Jupiter’s large moons outnumber Saturn’s?
Jupiter boasts four sizable moons orbiting it, while Saturn only has one big moon. Scientists think Jupiter's stronger magnetic field might be the reason for this lunar difference.
Artemis 2 splashdown! Astronauts return safely from historic mission
Artemis 2 made a safe splashdown in the Pacific last night, bringing four astronauts back to Earth after their groundbreaking lunar mission — a success that echoes across all fields of adventure and exploration, including our equestrian community.