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- 1Canadian telescope maps earliest hydrogen glow of universe▼Canadian telescope directly maps earliest glow of hydrogen, opening a new window on the universe
A Canadian telescope has for the first time directly mapped the earliest glow of hydrogen in the universe, according to an announcement from researchers at the University of British Columbia. The result, reported through EurekAlert! and UBC science communications, opens what researchers describe as a new observational window on the early cosmos, allowing astronomers to study the epoch when the first hydrogen gas filled the universe.
- 2James Webb telescope releases giant image hiding record-breaking stars▼James Webb telescope shares one of its biggest images ever, with record-breaking stars hiding in the dust — Space photo of the week
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has released one of its largest images to date, revealing record-breaking stars concealed within clouds of dust. The observation, highlighted by Live Science as its space photo of the week, showcases the telescope's ability to peer through obscuring material and capture distant stellar objects in unprecedented detail.
- 3NASA's Roman Space Telescope sees starlight for the first time▼NASA’s new Roman Space Telescope sees starlight for the first time
NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has captured starlight for the first time, a key early test of its optics and instruments. The milestone marks progress for the wide-field observatory designed to survey vast stretches of the sky, study dark energy and hunt for exoplanets as it moves toward full science operations.
- 4Hubble marks 200,000th orbit around Earth▼Happy 200,000th, Hubble! This month marked the Hubble telescope’s 200,000 orbit around Earth. That’s a lot of laps! NASA
NASA is celebrating a milestone for the Hubble Space Telescope, which this month completed its 200,000th orbit around Earth. The space agency marked the occasion by releasing a striking new image. Hubble has now been operating in space for more than 36 years and continues to make new discoveries despite its age.
- 5Roman Space Telescope sends first data to Earth●Teleskop Nancy Grace Roman już przesyła dane na Ziemię, choć regularne obserwacje naukowe dopiero przed nim. Teraz NASA
NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has started transmitting data to Earth ahead of the start of its regular science observations. The agency tested whether ground stations could handle the incoming data stream once the telescope begins full operations. The trials involved ground stations operated by three agencies, including Japan's JAXA. The telescope's early data transmissions mark a key step toward the start of its planned survey mission.
- 6Hubble spots spiral galaxy spinning two ways at once▼NASA's Hubble sees an exotic spiral galaxy spinning two ways at once
NASA's Hubble Space Telescope has observed an exotic spiral galaxy that appears to be rotating in two opposite directions at the same time. The rare finding, reported by NASA and covered by outlets including Mashable, offers astronomers an unusual case study in galactic dynamics and may prompt further research into how such counter-rotating structures form.
- 7James Webb captures vast panorama of IC 348 star-forming region▼🌠 Beyond citizen science: the James Webb Space Telescope (NASA/ESA/CSA) has captured one of its largest panoramas yet -
The James Webb Space Telescope, operated by NASA, ESA and CSA, has released one of its largest panoramic images to date: the IC 348 star-forming region, filled with hundreds of young stars and brown dwarfs. Astronomy enthusiasts say the observation offers a valuable window into the earliest stages of star and planet formation.
- 8Vera Rubin Telescope Hunts for Dark Matter Clues▼Vera Rubin’s Telescope Hunts For Clues To Dark Matter’s Pull
The Vera Rubin Observatory's telescope has begun work in the search for dark matter, the invisible substance thought to make up most of the universe's mass. By surveying the sky in unprecedented detail, it aims to detect subtle gravitational effects that could reveal dark matter's pull. Astronomers hope the mission will transform cosmology.
- 9Tiny telescope robot tests could improve galaxy maps▼Testing tiny telescope robots reveals design changes that could improve galaxy maps
Researchers are testing small robotic telescopes and have identified design changes that could lead to better maps of galaxies. The findings suggest that refining these compact instruments could improve large-scale astronomical surveys, helping scientists chart the universe in greater detail. Details of the testing process and specific modifications were reported by Phys.org.
- 10Private spacecraft burns up after failed NASA telescope rescue▼Private spacecraft burns up in Earth's atmosphere after failing to rescue aging NASA telescope
A private spacecraft has burned up in Earth's atmosphere after a mission to rescue an aging NASA telescope failed. The craft, sent to service or retrieve the telescope, did not complete its task and was destroyed on reentry. The failed effort raises questions about the fate of the decades-old observatory it was meant to save.
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The James Webb Space Telescope has detected a black hole hidden inside a dense cocoon of gas, according to a report by Gadget Review. The finding offers a rare glimpse of an object normally obscured from view and could shed light on how black holes grow in the early universe. Astronomers and space enthusiasts are sharing the discovery widely.
- 12Cartwheel Galaxy revealed as spectacular cosmic collision remnant●La galaxie de la Roue de Chariot, spectaculaire vestige d’une collision cosmique [vidéo] https:// 2tout2rien.fr/voyage-v
The Cartwheel Galaxy is drawing attention after new imagery showcased its striking ring shape, the result of a cosmic collision. The galaxy, located hundreds of millions of light-years away, was observed by space telescopes including NASA and ESA's James Webb, revealing details of its structure and the violent encounter that shaped it. Space enthusiasts are sharing the spectacular images widely.
- 13On this day: first photograph of the Orion Nebula●# PPOD : On September 30, 1880, American astronomer Henry Draper captured the first photograph of the Orion Nebula, mark
American astronomer Henry Draper captured the first photograph of the Orion Nebula on September 30, 1880, a landmark moment in the history of astrophotography. Working with an 11-inch Alvan Clark refractor telescope and the then-new dry-plate photographic process, Draper succeeded in imaging the nebula from Earth for the first time. The anniversary is being noted in science and astronomy circles.
- 14VLT telescope captures striking image of galaxy NGC 3981●VLT image of Arp 289, also known as NGC 3981. This image was captured as part of the ESO Cosmic Gems Program, which uses
The European Southern Observatory has released a new image of the spiral galaxy NGC 3981, also catalogued as Arp 289, taken with the Very Large Telescope in Chile. The picture was made under the Cosmic Gems Program, which photographs visually beautiful southern-sky objects during nights when conditions are unsuitable for scientific observations. The image is being shared and admired by astronomy enthusiasts online.
- 15Webb Captures Striking Gravitational Lens Image●Webb Photographs One of the Most Beautiful Gravitational Lenses https://petapixel.com/2026/09/29/webb-photographs-one-of
The James Webb Space Telescope has released a new image of one of the most visually striking gravitational lenses observed to date. The photograph shows distant light warped into dramatic arcs by the gravity of a foreground galaxy, and the image is drawing attention from astronomy and photography enthusiasts alike.
- 16Hubble image of the Eight Burst Nebula shared widely▼NGC 3132: The Eight Burst Nebula Credits: # NASA , ESA, Hubble Heritage Team, STScI, AURA # nature # space # astrophotog
A striking Hubble Space Telescope image of NGC 3132, known as the Eight Burst Nebula, is circulating among space enthusiasts and astrophotography communities. The planetary nebula, captured with credits to NASA, ESA, the Hubble Heritage Team, STScI and AURA, is being praised for its vivid rings of gas and its place in the ongoing wave of popular space imagery.
- 17New fix proposed for telescopes' blind spots to map universe●Even the best telescopes have blind spots. This fix can help us build better maps of the universe https:// theconversati
A new article argues that even the most powerful telescopes have blind spots that limit our maps of the universe, and describes a proposed fix that could help astronomers chart cosmic structures more accurately. Science communicators are sharing the piece widely, with readers discussing how correcting these observational gaps could improve our understanding of the universe's large-scale structure.
- 18Sunrise-III Observatory Reveals Fine Solar Magnetic Structures▼Stratospheric observatory Sunrise-III reveals intricate solar magnetic structures
The Sunrise-III stratospheric observatory has released observations revealing intricate magnetic structures on the Sun's surface. Flying at high altitude to avoid atmospheric distortion, the solar telescope captured unprecedented detail of the Sun's magnetic fields. Scientists at Japan's National Astronomical Observatory say the findings shed light on how solar magnetism drives phenomena such as sunspots and flares.
- 19Nancy 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.
- 20Piece of SpaceX rocket on course to hit the moon▼A piece of a SpaceX rocket is about to hit the moon
A spent stage from a SpaceX rocket is on a collision course with the moon and expected to impact its far side in the coming days. The object has been drifting through space for years and cannot be steered. Scientists say the crash should throw up a plume of debris that telescopes may be able to observe, offering a rare chance to study the lunar subsurface.
- 21Maggie 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.
- 22NASA Space Telescope Project Advances with Three Johns Hopkins Scientists●NASA space telescope project advances with three Hopkins team members
NASA's space telescope project is moving forward, with Johns Hopkins University confirming that three of its team members are contributing to the effort. The announcement highlights the university's continued role in major space science missions, though further details about the telescope and the specific contributions have not yet been released.
- 23Roman Telescope Fuel Savings Extend Mission Length●Roman Telescope Saves Fuel, Doubles Mission https:// hackaday.com/2026/09/30/roman- telescope-saves-fuel-doubles-mission
NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has reportedly doubled its planned mission lifespan thanks to a fuel-saving engineering approach. The report highlights clever trajectory and propellant management that leaves the telescope with reserves well beyond expectations. Space and engineering enthusiasts are sharing and discussing the news, praising the design work behind the extended operational lifetime.
- 24Amateur astronomer shares Bubble Nebula image●NGC7635 (bublinka) a M52 - HOO bicolor SkyWatcher 254/1000, Baader MPCC III, QHY163M, EQ6-R Pro Synscan, ASI 120 MINI MO
An amateur astronomer has published a new astrophotograph of NGC 7635, the Bubble Nebula, together with the open cluster M52 in Cassiopeia. The image was taken in HOO bicolor from 240 exposures of 60 seconds each in hydrogen-alpha and oxygen-III, using a SkyWatcher 254/1000 telescope, QHY163M camera and EQ6-R Pro mount with guiding. Astronomy communities are sharing the result as an example of what dedicated home equipment can capture.
- 25NASA Tests Roman Telescope Guidance, Captures First Coronagraph Image▼NASA Checks Roman Guidance System, Takes First Coronagraph Observation
NASA has checked the guidance system of its Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope and recorded the first observation with its coronagraph instrument. The milestone tests the technology designed to block starlight so the telescope can directly image planets outside the solar system. Engineers will now assess how the systems perform ahead of the mission's science operations.
- 26NASA Opens Hubble Fellowship Program for 2027 Postdoctoral Applications●NASA Hubble Fellowship Program 2027: Opportunity for Postdoctoral Scientists
NASA has announced the Hubble Fellowship Program for 2027, inviting applications from postdoctoral scientists seeking support for independent research in astrophysics. The fellowship, named after the Hubble Space Telescope, is a prestigious early-career opportunity in space science. Attention is on eligibility details and application timelines as the astronomy community takes note.
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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.