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February 2023

Muscida, the nose of the Great Bear, Ursa Major

STAR OF THE MONTH

Whether or not you like the idea of the Plough asterism being referred to as 'the Saucepan', the name works well in modern times - so well that the Saucepan can be extended to become the Frying Pan by incorporating 23 and Upsilon (u) Ursae Majoris into the arrangement. Keep going and eventually you'll arrive at Muscida (Omicron (o) Ursae Majoris), the star that represents the nose of the Great Bear. The name Muscida comes

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The Giant Leap: Why Space is the Next Frontier in the Evolution of Life

“Earth is the cradle of humanity, but one cannot live in the cradle forever,” wrote Konstantin Tsiolkovsky in 1911.

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February 2026

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Tele Vue Nagler Type-7 series eyepieces

These premium optics were inspired by Apollo - and deliver a giant leap to your views

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4 mins

February 2026

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Once Upon a Time in Space

While the Space Race of the Cold War years was ultimately a geopolitical contest between the USA and the Soviet Union, the rivalry sparked rapid innovation and inspired multiple generations to look skyward.

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1 mins

February 2026

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The Multiverse: When One Universe Isn't Enough

The concept of a 'multiverse' – the idea that our Universe may be just one of many – is widespread in science fiction and a common thread of online discussions.

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1 mins

February 2026

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BBC Sky at Night Magazine

Q&A WITH A GAMMA RAY SPECIALIST

In 2025, astronomers detected a blast from space that lasted seven hours. Now they're uncovering the strange processes behind the exceptional outburst

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3 mins

February 2026

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BBC Sky at Night Magazine

Astronomy Photographer of the Year

The world-leading astrophotography competition returns. Could your image take the top prize of £10,000?

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2 mins

February 2026

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MOONWATCH

February's top lunar feature to observe

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2 mins

February 2026

BBC Sky at Night Magazine

BBC Sky at Night Magazine

NOVAStar Scarlet A62Q 62mm f/8.4 quadruplet achromatic refractor

Well-built and capable, this beginner scope punches well above its bargain price

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4 mins

February 2026

BBC Sky at Night Magazine

STAR OF THE MONTH

Rasalas, Leo the Lion's metal-rich crown

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1 min

February 2026

BBC Sky at Night Magazine

Comet 24P/Schaumasse

Having reached perihelion on 8 January, comet 24P/ Schaumasse is now fading. Starting the month at a small-telescope-friendly mag. +10.5, it dims throughout February to below 12th magnitude.

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1 min

February 2026

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