Queen’s students hold viewing party to welcome Drew Feustel back from space
A group of Queen’s students gathered at the university to welcome astronaut Drew Feustel back to earth Thursday morning. Continue reading
Space
Martian moons likely blown off planet’s surface ‘like asteroids,’ study finds
Research is debunking old theories about how Mars got its moons. Continue reading
N.S. spaceport project on schedule despite province seeking more information
The Canso Spaceport Facility, near the small community of Canso in eastern Nova Scotia, would be 20 hectares in size and is aimed at attracting firms that want to put satellites into orbit for commercial purposes. Continue reading
When to watch the Perseid meteor shower in Manitoba this weekend
By Shannon Cuciz Host, Global News Morning
“It’s going to be great here in Manitoba because the moon is rising very early in the morning.” Continue reading
Here’s how to see and photograph the Perseid meteor shower on Aug. 12-13
If you’re hoping to get a glimpse of the celestial event, and perhaps photograph it, here are some viewing tips. Continue reading
Liquid water, life on Mars — U of M opens up on outer-space
U of M invites the public to explore galaxies far, far away, offering open houses on the last Wednesday of every month talking all things astronomy. Continue reading
‘It’s never been done before’: Outdoor planetarium in Quebec uses augmented reality to view the night sky
Using a special headset, they look up and view illustrated images of stars and constellations which overlap the actual night-time sky. Continue reading
Governor General inspiring youth on first official visit to Nova Scotia
By Jeremy Keefe Digital Broadcast Journalist
On her first official visit to the province Governor General Julie Payette spoke to Grade 6 students at Halifax’s Discovery Centre about her time in space. Continue reading
‘Space Kingdom of Asgardia’ inaugurates head of state
Asgardia claims the status of “the first space nation – a global humanitarian project for everyone on the planet,” and says it will eventually apply for United Nations membership. Continue reading
Stephen Hawking’s voice beamed into space at final sendoff
The British physicist, who gained international acclaim for his work on black holes, was laid to rest during a service at London’s Westminster Abbey. Continue reading
