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http://antwrp.gsfc.nasa.gov/apod/archivepix.html


Thousands of pics! Stars being born, stars dying, nebulaes, black holes, the planets, comets, etc.etc.
If astronomy and the heavens interest you, then you should like this site!
I think everybody agrees that the Universe is as beautiful as it is vast!!
Infinity&beyond.......

On August 28th there is going to be a Total Lunar eclipse, visible in USA&Canada. I will bump this topic up then&post pics and articles about it. Lunar eclipses are very beautiful!

Some fantastic pics there BEG! I really like the one of Markarian's Eyes, stunning shot!
Post the lunar eclipse when you can please!
I need to go and watch some Star Trek next gen now!

Sorry to spoil the fun, but in reality the colours of these targets are pale.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/science/nature/6933566.stm this is amazing, in any case...

NeonVomit wrote:http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/science/nature/6933566.stm this is amazing, in any case...

Great link, NV! Yes, that occurance is amazing!

Two new planets have been observed by astronomers lately.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/hi/science/nature/6934603.stm

http://news.bbc.co.uk/hi/science/nature/6589157.stm

RARE ASTRONOMICAL EVENT!!!!

between August 26-27, 2007 about MIDNIGHT, the planet Mars will look almost as big&bright as the full moon! It will seem as though 2 full moons are in the heavens! This happens only every 3000 years(about)so, try not to miss this spectacular natural event, and take pics&videos if possible!

I would say these are the signs in the heavens that is prophesized by many religions, but its just a normal, but VERY rare occurance---just enjoy the wonder!

OOOOPPPPPPS!
The above is a TOTAL HOAX sent by E-Mail Chain letter.
THIS LINK tells the true story:

http://www.skyandtelescope.com/news/8708182.html

Sorry. Crazy conspiracy theorists!

METEOR SHOWER TONIGHT!!!!
This is NOT a Hoax! 100 per hour which is pretty good! It is most visible in USA&Western Europe, but folks worldwide can catch alot of the natural fireworks as well! :funhi:
The shower starts to become apparaent about dark, but most visible about 10pm-after midnight.
I'm going to stay up to see it.

I stayed outside about an hour late last night&counted 18. Not that many. At least thats what I saw. I guess I missed alot because I don't have eyes back of my head. Good Simmons binoculars though!

LUNAR TOTAL ECLIPSE TONIGHT, OR EARLY MORN.
According where you are in the world. It occurs 4am where I live&I have set my alarm clock.

"X" Structure at Core of M51 Whirlpool Galaxy

Direct link to photo
library01.gsfc.nasa.gov/images2005/full_jpg61.jpg

Description page
http://library01.gsfc.nasa.gov/search/i ... eld=entire

While NASA officially describes this galactic phenomenon as an "X Structure", it does appear that "Mother Nature" drew a significantly less than symmetrical "X" shape in the galaxy's core.

However, upon careful reexamination of the photo, while the viewer tilts their head slightly a few degrees to the left, the "X" begins to take a dramatically different form altogether.

At the risk of this sounding like one of the "ink blot" card games with a therapist, what do you see when looking at the photo from the (slightly) alternate angle? Κύριε ἐλέησον!

miditek wrote:"X" Structure at Core of M51 Whirlpool Galaxy

Direct link to photo
library01.gsfc.nasa.gov/images2005/full_jpg61.jpg

Description page
http://library01.gsfc.nasa.gov/search/i ... eld=entire

While NASA officially describes this galactic phenomenon as an "X Structure", it does appear that "Mother Nature" drew a significantly less than symmetrical "X" shape in the galaxy's core.

However, upon careful reexamination of the photo, while the viewer tilts their head slightly a few degrees to the left, the "X" begins to take a dramatically different form altogether.

At the risk of this sounding like one of the "ink blot" card games with a therapist, what do you see when looking at the photo from the (slightly) alternate angle? Κύριε ἐλέησον!

Jesus is coming, you better swallow

miditek wrote: At the risk of this sounding like one of the "ink blot" card games with a therapist, what do you see when looking at the photo from the (slightly) alternate angle? Κύριε ἐλέησον!

Yup, just like the image of Virgin Mary on grilled cheese that surfaced on eBay

When Jesus does arrive people better swallow(their own spit) because its going to be the last fluid they will have for a very long time!

BTW, anyone see the Eclipse? It certainly was beautiful!

browneyedgirl wrote:When Jesus does arrive people better swallow(their own spit) because its going to be the last fluid they will have for a very long time!

BTW, anyone see the Eclipse? It certainly was beautiful!

Sounds like a very angry Jesus.

Oh, people don't have to worry about Jesus.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/sci/tech/6411991.stm

Shows the coppery-red moon in various stages of eclipse. I can understand why ancient peoples were in awe of the eclipse. A breathtaking sight!

browneyedgirl wrote:Oh, people don't have to worry about Jesus.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/sci/tech/6411991.stm

Shows the coppery-red moon in various stages of eclipse. I can understand why ancient peoples were in awe of the eclipse. A breathtaking sight!

I worry about Jesus a lot. How is he coming anyways?

many people toll me that was so beautiful but i didn't see it, i was sleeping in that second. I was so tired

BTW: Some persons said:"Another lunar eclipse will be the 21th of February of the next year"