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Carnival of Space #260

Carnival of Space

Carnival of Space #260 is hosted by Supernova Condensate!

This edition features great articles about:

  • The passing of the first American woman in space, Sally Ride
  • Black Holes
  • Moon Mappers, The Milky Way, and more!
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    Remember, if you’ve got a space-related blog, you really should consider joining the Carnival. It’s easy to participate – just email an entry to carnivalofspace@gmail.com, and the next host will link to it.

    By participating, your writing will get more exposure, and you will also meet other bloggers in the space/astronomy community. You can also sign your blog up to host the Carnival of Space by sending an e-mail to the address above.

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    Titan and Tethys

    Titan (background) and Tethys (foreground). Image Credit: NASA/JPL/Space Science Institute

    Shown in the visible-green light Cassini image above are two of Saturn’s moons, In the background you can see the hazy orb of Titan, with smaller Tethys in the foreground. The point of view in this image looks toward the Saturn-facing sides of Titan and Tethys.

    The image was taken on Oct. 18, 2010, at a distance of roughly 2.5 million kilometers from Titan.

    Source: NASA

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    Virtual Star Party for August 29th 2012

    If you are interested in seeing what’s in the night sky (and in some cases, what’s going on with the sun) check out the weekly Virtual Star Party.

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    Wil Wheaton Discusses NASA’s ‘Curiosity’ Rover

    Actor Wil Wheaton, “Star Trek: The Next Generation’s” Wesley Crusher, hosts this look at the Mars Science Laboratory mission and its rover, Curiosity.

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    Carnival of Space #259

    Carnival of Space

    Carnival of Space #259 is hosted by The Venus Transit!

    This edition features great articles about:

  • Stellar Classifications
  • Mars lander video games
  • Frost lines, Tiny lava worlds, and more!
  • Check it out at: http://www.thevenustransit.com/2012/07/carnival-of-space-259.html

    Remember, if you’ve got a space-related blog, you really should consider joining the Carnival. It’s easy to participate – just email an entry to carnivalofspace@gmail.com, and the next host will link to it.

    By participating, your writing will get more exposure, and you will also meet other bloggers in the space/astronomy community. You can also sign your blog up to host the Carnival of Space by sending an e-mail to the address above.

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    Dr. Sally Ride (1951 – 2012)

    NASA announced today the passing of notable astronaut Sally Ride. In 1983, Ride was the first american woman to travel into space. In a NASA press release NASA Administrator Charles Bolden stated:

    “Sally Ride broke barriers with grace and professionalism — and literally changed the face of America’s space program.” Bolden also stated: “The nation has lost one of its finest leaders, teachers and explorers. Our thoughts and prayers are with Sally’s family and the many she inspired. She will be missed, but her star will always shine brightly.”

    NASA Deputy Administrator Lori Garver added, “Sally was a personal and professional role model to me and thousands of women around the world. Her spirit and determination will continue to be an inspiration for women everywhere.”
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