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Video: How and when to see partial solar eclipse from UK
People across the UK will be treated to the captivating sight of a partial solar eclipse on Saturday 29 March 2025. The Moon will pass across the disc of the Sun during a two-hour period, beginning shortly after 10am GMT and ending at about 12 noon...
The giant radio jets stretching six million light-years across and an enormous supermassive black hole at the heart of spiral galaxy J23453268−0449256, as imaged by the Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope.
Cosmic anomaly hints at frightening future for Milky Way
A terrifying glimpse at one potential fate of our Milky Way galaxy has come to light thanks to the discovery of a cosmic anomaly that challenges our understanding of the universe. An international team of astronomers led by CHRIST University...
This image shows examples of gravitational lenses that Euclid captured in its first observations of the Deep Field areas.
UK science uncovers mysteries of dark universe with Euclid data
Cutting-edge UK research is benefiting the European Space Agency’s Euclid mission, with new data released today (19 March) set to uncover the secrets of dark energy and matter. The wealth of new data from the mission – described as the ultimate...
From left to right, Professor Dr Michael Kramer, former President of the German Astronomical Society, Professor Isobel Hook, Lancaster University, Professor Mike Lockwood, President of the Royal Astronomical Society, and Miguel Berger, German Ambassador to the UK.
Supernovae 'pioneer' receives Caroline Herschel Medal
The 2025 Caroline Herschel Medal winner Professor Isobel Hook received her award at a special ceremony at the German Embassy in London last week. Described as a "pioneering" leader in the study of distant supernovae, the Lancaster University...
Lunar eclipse: Pictures and video as it happened
Skywatchers across the UK captured this morning's beautiful lunar eclipse in stunning detail in a series of pictures and video. A timelapse clip recorded the moment the pre-dawn spectacle began shortly before 04:00 GMT on Friday 14 March 2025. It...
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RAS appoints new Executive Director
The Royal Astronomical Society is delighted to announce Ian Russell as its next Executive Director. Following an extensive recruitment process, Mr Russell will begin the role on 1 May 2025. He will succeed the retiring Philip Diamond, who has led the...
New research suggests at least two mass extinction events in Earth's history were caused by a nearby supernova. Pictured is an example of one of these stellar explosions, Supernova 1987a (centre), within a neighbouring galaxy to our Milky Way called the Large Magellanic Cloud.
Violent supernovae 'triggered at least two Earth extinctions'
At least two mass extinction events in Earth's history were likely caused by the "devastating" effects of nearby supernova explosions, a new study suggests. Researchers at Keele University say these super-powerful blasts – caused by the death of a...
Watch: How and when to see March's lunar eclipse
Early risers across the UK will be treated to the stunning visual of a lunar eclipse later this week. It will begin shortly before dawn on Friday 14 March and can be best viewed around 06:20 GMT, although these times will vary depending on where you...
Text reads 'Caroline Herschel Prize Lectureship 2025' and includes the deadline of 30 April to apply by on a nebula background with comets and an image of Caroline Herschel.
Applications sought for 2025 Caroline Herschel Lectureship
The Herschel Society and Royal Astronomical Society are now welcoming applications for the 2025 Caroline Herschel Prize Lectureship. The Lectureship was established to celebrate Caroline’s memory by supporting promising women astronomers early in...
The "remarkable" XRT 200515 cosmic explosion observed by NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory.
Mystery of 'remarkable' cosmic explosion that lay hidden for years
The "needle in the haystack" discovery of a powerful explosion from a mysterious unknown object outside our galaxy has excited astronomers. It went unnoticed for years within a vast, two decade-long archive of observations by NASA's Chandra X-ray...
Professor Dr Isobel Hook with the Caroline Herschel Medal.
'Visionary' astrophysicist awarded Caroline Herschel Medal
A "pioneering" leader in the study of distant supernovae who has had a "profound impact on astronomy" has been awarded the 2025 Caroline Herschel Medal. Professor Dr Isobel Hook, of Lancaster University, received the honour – which celebrates...
Fibre optic cable.
Global internet grid could better detect earthquakes with new algorithm
Early detection of earthquakes could be vastly improved by tapping into the world's internet network with a groundbreaking new algorithm, researchers say. Fibre optic cables used for cable television, telephone systems and the global web matrix now...