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Astronauts Ring in the New Year with Space Station Shenanigans
SPACE.com - 1 Jan 2017 14:00
Six crewmembers aboard the International Space Station celebrated the start of 2017 after finishing their last few days of 2016 goofing around and working hard.
Start the Year With Spark: See the Quadrantid Meteor Shower
Universe Today - 1 Jan 2017 20:21
If one of your New Year’s resolutions is to spend more time under the stars in 2017, you’ll have motivation to do so as soon as Tuesday. That morning, the Quadrantid (kwah-DRAN-tid) meteor shower will peak between 4 ...
"Alien Worlds of Endless Oceans" --Kepler Missions Reveals Blue Planets Unlike Anything in Our Solar System (2016 Most Popular)
The Daily Galaxy - 1 Jan 2017 18:08
The discovery raises the intriguing possibility that some star in our galaxy might be circled by two Earth-like worlds -- planets with oceans and continents, where technologically advanced life could develop. "Imagine lo...
Happy New Tropical Earth Orbital Period! Kinda!
Bad Astronomy - 1 Jan 2017 15:30
Another year, another repost: The article below is an updated version of one I try to post every year at this time -- either because the topic is so much fun, or I'm lazy. Take your pick. But I love this kind of stuff; i...
14 Best Skywatching Events of 2017
SPACE.com - 1 Jan 2017 15:02
Another year of skywatching is upon us, and there's a lot to look forward to in 2017!
A Planet Skywatching Guide for 2017: When, Where & How to See the Planets
SPACE.com - 1 Jan 2017 14:00
When will you be able to see the planets at their best during 2017? This guide tells you everything you need to know to see planets in the night sky this year.