The moon and Jupiter steal the show after sunset on April 22
On April 22, the half moon will shine just 3 degrees away from Jupiter, creating a stunning celestial display alongside the stars Castor and Pollux. This event will be visible in the western sky about 45 minutes after sunset, with Jupiter being the brightest object after Venus. Observers can also spot Jupiter's moons Io, Callisto, and Ganymede.
Telescope livestream: Watch the moon pass in front of the Pleiades on April 19
The article discusses an upcoming astronomical event where the waxing crescent moon will occult the Pleiades on April 19, 2026. Viewers can watch this event via a livestream from the Virtual Telescope Project. The moon will be 7% illuminated, and the livestream will begin at 2 p.m. EDT, showcasing the moon's movement alongside the stars.
The Moon Might Be More Prone To Fires
NASA researchers from Glenn Research Center and Johnson Space Center are investigating material flammability on the Moon through the Flammability of Materials on the Moon (FM2) experiment. Unlike Earth, lunar conditions may allow materials to burn longer due to slower oxygen flow, posing unique challenges for future crewed missions. This research aims to enhance fire safety protocols in spaceflight.