Don’t Try This at Home
Possibly the worst characteristic of our Sun is that it is so bright.
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Computer Looking Up
Astronomy, and Computer Technology
Life & Leisure
Beyond the worlds of technology and astronomy, this category is where you’ll find a wide array of content that reflects the author’s diverse interests. From engaging in debates on AI to sharing personal hobbies like gaming and sports, this is the place for commentary, reviews, and stories that don’t fit neatly into other categories.
Curious Location to See the Moon
I don’t always photograph the Moon in broad daylight. But when I do, I try to include a former world’s tallest building, for perspective.
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Waiting for Winter to Reopen the Sky
I wish there was more to say and show from the past few weeks, but the weather has not been cooperating.
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Cloud City
Winter morning over Chicago on January 9th, 2018.
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Dreaming of Another World
What can be said about dreaming of life in another star system?
Read MoreI Do Not Fear Missing the Solar Eclipse
Will I be disappointed if the weather does not cooperate? Absolutely. Fortunately, there are a few mitigating perspectives.
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Starlight Bending and Solar Eclipses
Those in the path of totality will have a special treat as the sky should go dark to the point stars appear.
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A Certain Point of View on Pluto
The Pluto matter is about the need for scientists to understand the enormous power they wield, especially as challenges become more potent.
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Photograph Over Lake Michigan
It was over a Mercury orbit ago when I last saw snow on the ground. We just got several inches overnight.
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No, Mr. President, the Skies of Detroit and Nebraska Are Not the Same
Is the sky truly different between city and country?
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