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China Joins SpaceX in Ruining Astronomy for Everybody

China's new Qianfan satellites are significantly impacting astronomers due to their brightness, rivaling space-based competitors and altering night sky visibility.

The 3 best locations for astronomy on planet Earth

Optimal astronomical observations require high altitude, dry air, and minimal light pollution.
Mauna Kea, La Palma, and the Andes mountains are the best locations for astronomy.

How Dark Is the Night Sky?

The night sky, while dark, is never completely void of light due to light pollution and atmospheric phenomena.

July meteor showers are peaking tonight. Here's how to see them

Alpha Capricornids meteor shower peaks tonight, visible from New York City despite light pollution challenges.

SFAA Lecture: Who Owns The Night Sky

Privatization of space exploration is harming ecosystems, astronomical research, and Indigenous practices.

Wildfires Are Threatening Astronomy, and the Worst Is Yet to Come

Wildfires threaten lives and our connection to astronomical observation, potentially overshadowing light pollution as a greater hazard.

China Joins SpaceX in Ruining Astronomy for Everybody

China's new Qianfan satellites are significantly impacting astronomers due to their brightness, rivaling space-based competitors and altering night sky visibility.

The 3 best locations for astronomy on planet Earth

Optimal astronomical observations require high altitude, dry air, and minimal light pollution.
Mauna Kea, La Palma, and the Andes mountains are the best locations for astronomy.

How Dark Is the Night Sky?

The night sky, while dark, is never completely void of light due to light pollution and atmospheric phenomena.

July meteor showers are peaking tonight. Here's how to see them

Alpha Capricornids meteor shower peaks tonight, visible from New York City despite light pollution challenges.

SFAA Lecture: Who Owns The Night Sky

Privatization of space exploration is harming ecosystems, astronomical research, and Indigenous practices.

Wildfires Are Threatening Astronomy, and the Worst Is Yet to Come

Wildfires threaten lives and our connection to astronomical observation, potentially overshadowing light pollution as a greater hazard.
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Bevis Marks: Angela Rayner calls in skyscraper plans which 'could leave UK's oldest synagogue in darkness'

Ministers halt plans for a 43-storey office block in London due to concerns over its impact on the historic Bevis Marks synagogue.

This firefly delighted beachgoers. Now it's flickering out of existence.

The Bethany Beach firefly is proposed to be protected due to threats like climate change and light pollution, marking the first firefly listed under the Endangered Species Act.
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Light pollution at night may increase risk of Alzheimer's, study finds

Exposure to outdoor light at night is linked to increased Alzheimer's disease prevalence, particularly in individuals under 65.

Light pollution could increase risk of Alzheimer's, study finds

Excessive nighttime light pollution is linked to increased Alzheimer's risk, particularly in individuals under 65.

Are bright cities ruining brains? Light pollution linked to Alzheimer's disease

Exposure to nighttime light pollution may contribute to higher Alzheimer's disease prevalence, especially in those under 65.

Bedtime habit we're all guilty of increases your risk of Alzheimer's

Increased nighttime light exposure may elevate the risk of Alzheimer's, particularly in individuals under 65.

Light pollution at night may increase risk of Alzheimer's, study finds

Exposure to outdoor light at night is linked to increased Alzheimer's disease prevalence, particularly in individuals under 65.

Light pollution could increase risk of Alzheimer's, study finds

Excessive nighttime light pollution is linked to increased Alzheimer's risk, particularly in individuals under 65.

Are bright cities ruining brains? Light pollution linked to Alzheimer's disease

Exposure to nighttime light pollution may contribute to higher Alzheimer's disease prevalence, especially in those under 65.

Bedtime habit we're all guilty of increases your risk of Alzheimer's

Increased nighttime light exposure may elevate the risk of Alzheimer's, particularly in individuals under 65.
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Light pollution is shrinking the brains of city-dwelling spiders, study says

Light pollution negatively impacts brain development in city-dwelling spiders, affecting their foraging and navigation abilities.

The top dark sky parks in all 50 states with the clearest nights to enjoy mesmerizing meteor showers

Dark sky parks and IDA-certified locations offer the best views of cosmic events.

lee ufan's arles museum investigates global loss of night in exhibition by djabril boukhenaissi

The À ténèbres exhibition by Djabril Boukhenaïssi at Lee Ufan's museum explores the global decline of the night due to light pollution.

The northern lights were barely visible in L.A. Here's what you missed

Northern lights made rare appearance in California despite light pollution

How to Get a Better Night's Sleep in London

Londoners are among the worst sleepers in the UK
Factors such as light pollution, noise, and stress contribute to poor sleep in Londoners

A Giant Vegas-Style Sphere in London? Don't Bet on It.

Madison Square Garden Entertainment has withdrawn its proposal to build a Sphere in London due to political rivalries.
The Sphere was blocked by London's mayor due to concerns about light pollution and health impacts on residents.

What We Lose When We Can't Stargaze

Light pollution in cities is compromising our view of the stars
The launch of low-earth orbit satellites is adding to the problem

London was apparently too woke for the billboard-covered orb. Why not try the Tory heartlands instead? | Coco Khan

Residents and councillors successfully campaigned against the proposed Sphere in Stratford, east London due to concerns about light pollution and disruption to local people and wildlife.
MSG Entertainment, the developer of the Sphere, did little to alleviate residents' concerns and even offered blackout blinds as a solution.
People from across the political spectrum voiced their concern and Michael Gove issued a holding directive earlier this year to slow down the project's progress.

How to Reduce Light Pollution With Street Light Design?

Light pollution from urban areas, contributed by inefficient light fixtures, hinders the visibility of the Milky Way for much of the population.
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