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Amateur astrophotographer catches a cosmic sunflower in bloom

Ronald Brecher captured this stunning view of the ‘Sunflower Galaxy’ in April 2025. (Image credit: Ronald Brecher) Astrophotographer Ronald Brecher…

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Amateur astronomer reveals a colorful portrait of Earth’s closest star-forming neighbor (photo)

The Rho Ophiuchi stellar nursery, imaged by amateur astronomer Greg Meyer in April 2025. (Image credit: Greg Meyer) Astrophotographer Greg…

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Amateur astronomer captures detailed photos of Croc’s Eye and Whirlpool galaxies from backyard observatory

Vermont-based astrophotographer Michele Hernandez Bayliss has captured stunning views of Messier 94 – also known as the Croc’s Eye galaxy…

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Amateur astrophotographer captures gorgeous view of Bode’s galaxy from Death Valley

Bode’s Galaxy is an example of a ‘grand design’ spiral galaxy, featuring sweeping spiral arms and a bright center. (Image…

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‘Find of a lifetime’: 15th-century gold and silver coins discovered by amateur metal detectorists in Scotland

Amateur metal detectorists in Scotland have discovered a 600-year-old treasure trove of gold and silver coins they’re calling “the find…

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