Tag Archives: United States Naval Observatory

Super-moon to rise on Saturday

Posted on March 19, 2011 by The Great One

Wow, this would certainly be an amazingly spectacular view to witness in person… TGO Refer to story below. Source: Reuters NEW YORK (Reuters) – An especially large moon will appear to rise on Saturday in the most extreme example of … Continue reading →

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Moonwatchers treated to total lunar eclipse

Posted on December 21, 2010 by The Great One

Interesting stuff…TGO Refer to story below. Source: Associated Press Tue Dec 21, 9:47 am ET NEW YORK – Skywatchers got an early holiday present this year: A total eclipse of the moon. Hanging high in the sky, the moon slowly turned from bright silver … Continue reading →

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Early Christmas treat: 2010’s total lunar eclipse

Posted on December 20, 2010 by The Great One

Interesting stuff… TGO Refer to story below. Source: Associated Press By ALICIA CHANG, AP Science Writer Alicia Chang, Ap Science Writer LOS ANGELES – ‘Twill be nights before Christmas and high overhead, the moon will turn orange or maybe bright … Continue reading →

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