astronomy

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The number of students earning undergraduate astronomy degrees in the U.S. is at an all-time high, quadruple what it was two decades ago.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

The New Crescent Society is a British grassroots astronomy network founded in 2016, which seeks to unite British Muslims by following a sighting of the moon in the UK.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

FRBs are among the most puzzling phenomena in astronomy, but locating where they come from with precision could mark the start of a new phase in research, allowing scientists to better understand their cosmic origins.

From Science Daily • Mar. 15, 2026

If you don't have access to binoculars or a telescope you might be able to attend a local astronomy society event to get a better look.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

Not that Halley seemed to care much about the prospects for his career in astronomy at this time.

From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin