Category: Kids Stuff

The International Space Station: 20 Continuously Crewed Years of Operation

By:David Prosper Did you know that humans have been living in the International Space Station, uninterrupted, for twenty years? Ever since the first crew members docked with the International Space Station (ISS) in November 2000, more than 240 people have visited this outpost, representing 19 countries working together. They have been busy building, upgrading, and …

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There could be 36 communicating intelligent civilizations in our galaxy, study says

By Ashley Strickland, CNN (CNN)Earth has proven unique in its ability to host life in the universe so far, leading us to question if we’re truly alone. Maybe we’re not. Read Story HERE https://www.cnn.com/2020/06/15/world/intelligent-civilizations-galaxy-scn-trnd/index.html

Summer Triangle Corner: Vega

David Prosper and Vivian White If you live in the Northern Hemisphere and look up during June evenings, you’ll see the brilliant star Vega shining overhead. Did you know that Vega is one of the most studied stars in our skies? As one of the brightest summer stars, Vega has fascinated astronomers for thousands of …

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