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- 1Sunrise-III observatory reveals intricate solar magnetic structures▼Stratospheric observatory Sunrise-III reveals intricate solar magnetic structures
The stratospheric observatory Sunrise-III, which flew above much of Earth's atmosphere on a balloon, has returned detailed images of the Sun's magnetic fields, revealing fine, intricate structures on the solar surface. Researchers from the international collaboration, including teams in Germany and Japan, report the highest-resolution views yet of magnetic features driving solar activity. The findings could improve understanding of solar flares and space weather that affect Earth.
- 2Edmund Halley House in Oxford draws travel interest●Edmund Halley House, Oxford, UK Edmond Halley was appointed the next Savilian Professor of Geometry in January 1703/4 an
Edmund Halley House in Oxford, UK is being highlighted as a historic site tied to the astronomer's life. Edmond Halley was appointed Savilian Professor of Geometry in January 1703/4 and is believed to have moved into the house two months later as a sub-tenant under a lease John Wallis had held from New College. An observatory was built there in 1705.
- 3Never look directly at the sun, experts remind stargazers▼Stargazing: Never look directly at the sun — unless it's from an Orbiting Solar Observatory
A stargazing column stresses the basic safety rule of astronomy: never look directly at the sun, since doing so can permanently damage your eyesight. The exception is the Orbiting Solar Observatory series of spacecraft, designed to study the sun from space without any risk to human eyes. The item mixes a reminder about safe viewing with a nod to the satellites that can observe the sun up close.
- 4University of Vermont to Lead $19 Million National Biological Imaging Observatory▼UVM To Lead $19m National Observatory For Advanced Biological Imaging
The University of Vermont will lead a $19 million national observatory for advanced biological imaging. The funding establishes a hub for cutting-edge microscopy and imaging technologies serving researchers nationwide, positioning UVM as a national leader in biological sciences infrastructure. Further details about the observatory's partners, location and research priorities have not yet been widely reported.
- 5Nancy Grace Roman Telescope Doubles Mission Life on Less Fuel●Roman Telescope Saves Fuel, Doubles Mission https://hackaday.com/2026/09/30/roman-telescope-saves-fuel-doubles-mission/
The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, NASA's upcoming wide-field infrared observatory, has reportedly extended its planned operational lifetime from five to ten years by adopting a fuel-efficient route to its observing point. Engineers achieved the doubling by conserving propellant during the journey to the Sun-Earth Lagrange point 2, giving astronomers far more observing time.
- 6Maggie Aderin discusses new James Webb Space Telescope photographs●Space scientist Maggie Aderin tells Karmela Padavic-Callaghan about these stunning photographs from the James Webb Space
Space scientist Maggie Aderin-Pocock has been speaking to science writer Karmela Padavic-Callaghan about a set of striking images captured by the James Webb Space Telescope. The photographs feature in her newly published book, and the interview appeared in New Scientist, drawing attention to the observatory's latest views of the cosmos.
- 7NASA Corrects Collaborator Rules in Habitable Worlds Observatory Notice▼ROSES-25: D.9 HWO-ICA: Correction Regarding Collaborators
NASA has issued a correction regarding collaborators under the ROSES-25 solicitation, element D.9, which covers the Habitable Worlds Observatory Implementation and Community Activities (HWO-ICA) programme. The notice adjusts who may participate as collaborators on proposals. Researchers and teams preparing bids for the observatory's community activities are expected to review the updated terms before submitting.
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Science in the Park has returned to Flagstaff, Arizona, with the local newspaper publishing a photo gallery from the event. The community science gathering brings hands-on exhibits and activities to a park setting, drawing families and science enthusiasts. Flagstaff, home to Lowell Observatory, has a strong scientific community, making the event a natural fit for the city.
- 9Powerful Storms Continue to Prowl the Pacific●Powerful Storms Continue to Prowl the Pacific https://science.nasa.gov/earth/earth-observatory/powerful-storms-continue-
NASA's Earth Observatory reports that powerful storms continue to move across the Pacific Ocean, documented through satellite imagery of the region. The imagery highlights the scale and persistence of the storm systems churning over Pacific waters. Beyond the headline, no further details are provided about specific locations affected, damage caused, or forecasts for the coming days.
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Astronomers use powerful lasers to create artificial 'guide stars' in the night sky, helping telescopes correct for the blurring caused by Earth's atmosphere. By shining a laser into the upper atmosphere, observatories can measure atmospheric distortion in real time and sharpen images of distant stars and galaxies. The technique, used at major observatories worldwide, has drawn renewed attention as part of wider coverage of modern telescope technology.