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Anticipation builds for Eid Al Fitr as crescent moon sighting approaches

As the holy month of Ramadan draws to a close, countries around the globe are gearing up for the sighting of the crescent moon, an event that will signal the start of Shawwal and the celebration of Eid Al Fitr. This year, predictions from Moroccan astronomers indicate that Morocco is likely to observe......

How NASA turned the Hubble telescope into an innovative UV camera cleaner

The world of astronomy has a golden rule: never look directly at the sun. This warning echoes through public lectures and stargazing events, as unfiltered sunlight can permanently damage human retinas and optical equipment. Yet, in a remarkable departure from this principle, NASA once deliberately pointed......

Astronomers map 2025's most promising space discoveries

Astronomers are anticipating significant scientific breakthroughs in 2025, with advances spanning from fundamental physics to cutting-edge space observation technologies. University of Chicago's Professor Wendy Freedman anticipates potential insights into dark matter and aims to investigate apparent......

Solar Flares: The Unpredictable Fury of the Sun

The sun, our star, is not just a ball of fire; it is a dynamic entity with its own moods and behaviors. Like all stars, it undergoes nuclear reactions that produce immense energy, influencing our entire solar system. In May, a video vividly reminded us of this dynamic nature with spectacular solar activity.......

Celestial Tributes: Moroccan Luminaries Honored in the Cosmos

In a remarkable testament to Morocco's contributions to astronomy and space science, a growing number of the nation's researchers and enthusiasts are finding their names etched among the stars. On August 22, 2024, Abdelkrim Boskri became the latest addition to this prestigious group, with asteroid......

Morocco Awaits Eid Al Adha's Arrival on June 17th

In a convergence of celestial spectacle, Morocco stands poised for the imminent advent of Eid Al Adha, the revered "Feast of Sacrifice," on June 17th. The anticipation arises from the precise astronomical predictions of Abdelhafid Bani, President of the Association Astronomy of Rabat, whose......

Celestial Harmony: Six Major Planets Converge in a Breathtaking Cosmic Display

In a rare and captivating astronomical event, six major planets of our solar system will align in a spectacular formation, offering observers worldwide a stunning celestial spectacle. This planetary alignment, commonly referred to as the "parade of planets," will occur on June 3rd, when Mercury,......