Thirty-Metre Telescope

• Hawaii astronomers lose observation time amid protest

  Astronomers said Friday they will attempt to resume observations, but they have already lost four weeks of viewing -- and in some cases won't be able to make up the missed research.

  World

  Aug 10, 2019
  
• Actor Jason Momoa visits protesters blocking construction of telescope in Hawaii

  The Native Hawaiian Hollywood actor wore green leaf lei around his neck and the crown of his head as he attended a ceremony at the protest site on Wednesday.

  World

  Jul 31, 2019
  
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• Hawaii protesters vow to keep up fight against Canadian-backed telescope on Mauna Kea

  Astronomers are hopeful the $1.4-billion Thirty Meter Telescope will help them study the earliest moments of the universe after the Big Bang.

  Science

  Jul 16, 2019
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• Eyes on the universe: What the investment in a giant telescope means to Canadians

  Why should Canada invest millions of dollars into a giant telescope? Some astronomers believe that the return is more than just answering questions in our universe.

  Canada

  Apr 10, 2015