moon

Space Race (MM #4867)

The space race between the US and Russia in the 50s and 60s was a big deal. At times, our landing on the moon seems like it happened a lifetime ago, but at other times, it feels like it was yesterday. Getting to the moon was a considerable priority, but many lost interest shortly after…

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Another Eclipse (MM #4765)

For many people, today is an exciting day. Another eclipse will traverse much of the United States. The last major eclipse that crossed the country was just seven years ago. While the path of today’s solar eclipse crosses a more significant part of the country than any other in our lifetime, it’s not like they’re…

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LTC (MM #4763)

The White House wants NASA to develop a new time zone for the Moon. You would think they would be more focused on the pressing issues in our world, but this is another priority. Because of the different gravitational field strength on the Moon, time moves quicker there relative to Earth. This new time zone…

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Earthquakes (MM #2977)

There’s been a lot of talk recently about going back to the moon. We’re still learning about the moon for our trips there in the late 1960’s. For example did you know that the moon has something similar to earthquakes? It does, plus…

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Retrograde (MM #1872)

When things seem a little ‘off’ you often hear people claim that the planet Mercury is in retrograde. But did you know that all planets can go into retrograde, too? So… are things a little off for you right now? Well, guess what not only is Mercury currently in retrograde, so are a bunch of…

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