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The Universe is Still 13.8 Billion Years Old

Posted on August 16, 2023December 21, 2023 by astrochange

Using data and imagery obtained with the JWST, a recent study claims the universe is now 26.7 billion years old. We will unequivocally show that the age of the universe is still 13.77 Gyr. One of the principal reasons the JWST mission was conceived in the first place was to test existing theories and current[…]

Waxing Gibbous Moon and Antares, A Mid-June Southern Summer Spectacle

Posted on June 22, 2021June 22, 2021 by astrochange

Tonight’s southern vista features the waxing gibbous moon 2 days before full, 4 degrees north of the heart of the Scorpion, the red supergiant star Antares. For complete ephemerides of the moon, including phase, please visit Time and Date. The current phase of the moon is always displayed on any of our articles or pages[…]