Solar Spectacles, Gaia’s Legacy, and Sun’s Magnetic Flip: S04E14

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Astronomy Daily - The Podcast: S04E14

Welcome to another thrilling episode of Astronomy Daily, where we bring you the latest in space news and celestial wonders. I'm Anna, and today we have an exciting lineup of stories that will ignite your curiosity about the cosmos.

Highlights:

- Spectacular Solar Eclipses of the Next Decade : Get ready to mark your calendars for a decade of breathtaking solar eclipses starting in 2026. From Russia to Australia, we'll guide you through seven major eclipses, including the spectacular 6-minute totality in Luxor, Egypt, in 2027.

- Farewell to Gaia's Star Mapping Mission : The European Space Agency's Gaia spacecraft has concluded its 12-year mission, leaving behind an unparalleled legacy. With two major data releases still to come, Gaia's 3D map of nearly 2 billion stars will continue to reshape our understanding of the Milky Way.

- The Sun's Magnetic Field Flip : Our Sun is preparing for a magnetic field reversal, a fascinating event that occurs every 11 years. Discover how this cosmic flip influences solar activity and what it means for our planet.

- Celestial Gathering of Comet and Planets : Southern hemisphere stargazers are in for a treat as Comet C/2024 G3 (Atlas) and a rare planetary alignment grace the night sky. Learn how to spot these celestial wonders with the help of astronomy apps.

- Private Moon Missions: Two private lunar landers, Blue Ghost and Resilience, have embarked on their journeys to the Moon. Discover their innovative missions and the science they aim to achieve on the lunar surface.

- Hubble Space Telescope's 35th Anniversary Challenge: Celebrate Hubble's legacy by participating in a special observing challenge. Amateur astronomers can explore celestial objects studied by Hubble and earn certification through public outreach. For more information visit: https://science.nasa.gov/mission/hubble/science/explore-the-night-sky/hubbles-night-sky-challenge/ (https://science.nasa.gov/mission/hubble/science/explore-the-night-sky/hubbles-night-sky-challenge/)

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