Long-duration space missions to the Moon or Mars present one of humanity’s greatest scientific and logistical challenges: how to ensure astronauts receive a sustainable and nutritious food supply without relying on resupply missions from Earth. Traditional storage-based solutions are not viable for journeys spanning years, while cultivating food in microgravity has yet to prove efficient […]
For billions of years, the Moon has been Earth’s steadfast companion, influencing tides, stabilising our planet’s tilt, and shaping the evolution of life. Yet precise laser measurements reveal an astonishing truth: the Moon is drifting away from Earth by about 3.8 centimetres each year. This seemingly minor movement is, in fact, a window into the […]
On the night of 6 November 2025, sky-watchers will be treated to one of the most striking celestial events of the year. The November supermoon, often called the Beaver Moon, will be the closest full moon of 2025, appearing noticeably larger and brighter than any other moon this year. This extraordinary alignment occurs when the […]
The growing precision of space observation has placed planetary defence at the centre of contemporary astrophysics. Among emerging candidates for mitigation planning, asteroid 2024 YR4 has prompted renewed attention to the role of nuclear disruption as a viable last-resort option against potential celestial collisions. Discovered in December 2024, this near-Earth asteroid follows an orbit that […]
Three spectacular supermoons and meteor showers will illuminate the UAE’s night skies from October to December 2025/Representative Image As 2025 draws to a close, residents of the UAE have an extraordinary celestial lineup to look forward to. From the giant Harvest Moon lighting up October skies alongside Saturn and Jupiter, to three consecutive supermoons and […]
Aries (Mar 21-Apr 20) Let the first hour of the day set the rhythm for the rest. Wake up early, pour yourself a glass of warm water, and set a very simple intention. Let your phone be silent as you either breathe deeply or jot down a short prayer. Pick a principal focus and a […]
UAE confirms Ramadan 2026 begins February 19, with moon-sighting committees uniting faith, tradition, and astronomy for the holy month /representation of AI The UAE has officially confirmed that Ramadan 2026 will begin on Thursday, February 19, 2026, following the successful sighting of the new crescent moon. Astronomers and moon-sighting committees across the Emirates observed the […]
On September 7, 2025, the Corn Moon will rise at 15 degrees of Pisces. But this is no ordinary Full Moon; it is a Blood Moon Total Lunar Eclipse, the longest one since 2022. During this celestial event, the Moon slips into Earth’s shadow, glowing in red, brown, or orange shades. It is deeply symbolic, […]
Bhopal, September 7 (Udaipur Kiran): Skywatchers are set to witness a rare celestial spectacle tonight, as the longest lunar eclipse since 2022 takes place. At midnight, the moon will appear deep red in colour, popularly known as the “Blood Moon.” This will be the last lunar eclipse of the year and will be visible across […]
On September 7, 2025, the UAE will witness an 82-minute total lunar eclipse, turning the Moon a vivid red/Image: DAG A dramatic and unusually long total lunar eclipse will light up the skies above the UAE on the night of September 7, 2025, turning the Moon a deep red during an 82-minute totality — one […]
