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UK<p><a href="https://www.europesays.com/uk/207290/" rel="nofollow noopener" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://www.</span><span class="">europesays.com/uk/207290/</span><span class="invisible"></span></a> Here are the first-ever images released by the Vera C. Rubin Observatory <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/Galaxies" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Galaxies</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/Nebulae" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Nebulae</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/Observatories" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Observatories</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/Science" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Science</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/Space" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Space</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/UK" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>UK</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/UnitedKingdom" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>UnitedKingdom</span></a></p>
Atlas Obscura<p>Abandoned Observatory of the Pioneer Palace in Chisinau, Moldova</p><p>Once built to inspire young Soviet minds through astronomy, this dome now stands as a quiet relic of a vanished era.<a href="https://libranet.de/search?tag=astronomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>astronomy</span></a> <a href="https://libranet.de/search?tag=observatories" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>observatories</span></a> <a href="https://libranet.de/search?tag=section-Atlas" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>section-Atlas</span></a><br><a href="https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/abandoned-observatory-of-the-pioneer-palace" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Abandoned Observatory of the Pioneer Palace</a></p>
Dr. John Barentine FRAS<p>Threats to astronomical observatory sites around the world from light pollution are growing, but the existing skyglow standard for site protection dates to nearly a half-century ago. Astronomers are considering a new standard to replace it given advances in lighting technology. </p><p>Read more about what's at stake for astronomy and how this effort developed: <a href="http://www.darkskyconsulting.com/blog/toward-a-new-standard-for-astronomical-observatory-site-protection" rel="nofollow noopener" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">http://www.</span><span class="ellipsis">darkskyconsulting.com/blog/tow</span><span class="invisible">ard-a-new-standard-for-astronomical-observatory-site-protection</span></a></p><p><a href="https://astrodon.social/tags/Astronomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Astronomy</span></a> <a href="https://astrodon.social/tags/NightSky" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>NightSky</span></a> <a href="https://astrodon.social/tags/DarkSkies" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>DarkSkies</span></a> <a href="https://astrodon.social/tags/SiteProtection" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>SiteProtection</span></a> <a href="https://astrodon.social/tags/Observatories" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Observatories</span></a> <a href="https://astrodon.social/tags/LightPollution" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>LightPollution</span></a></p>
Dr. John Barentine FRAS<p>The International Astronomical Union notes the need to update the 1980 joint CIE-IAU light pollution metric for astronomical observatory sites and "is currently considering drafting a resolution based on these recommendations to be submitted for approval at its next general assembly in 2027."</p><p><a href="https://iau.org/news/announcements/detail/ann25010/" rel="nofollow noopener" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">iau.org/news/announcements/det</span><span class="invisible">ail/ann25010/</span></a></p><p><a href="https://astrodon.social/tags/Astronomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Astronomy</span></a> <a href="https://astrodon.social/tags/Observatories" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Observatories</span></a> <a href="https://astrodon.social/tags/LightPollution" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>LightPollution</span></a></p>
Atlas Obscura<p>Møllehøj (Mill Hill) in Skanderborg, Denmark</p><p>The highest point in Denmark has been a matter of dispute for over 80 years.<a href="https://libranet.de/search?tag=mounds" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>mounds</span></a> <a href="https://libranet.de/search?tag=observatories" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>observatories</span></a> <a href="https://libranet.de/search?tag=mountains" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>mountains</span></a> <a href="https://libranet.de/search?tag=section-Atlas" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>section-Atlas</span></a><br><a href="https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/mollehoj-mill-hill" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Møllehøj (Mill Hill)</a></p>
Marco Ciappelli🎙️✨:verified: :donor:<p>🎙️ ✨ The Art of Being Random – Ravioli in London, Unscripted Conversations, and Writing Magical Short Stories</p><p>One moment, we’re talking about hats. The next, it's <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/London" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>London</span></a>'s skyline, ravioli, and why my mom—at 70+—decided to start writing magical short stories for kids and the young at heart. </p><p>Welcome to Random and Unscripted <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/Podcast" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Podcast</span></a>, where Sean Martin and I embrace the art of wandering conversations.</p><p>In this episode, we explore <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/creativity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>creativity</span></a>, <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/storytelling" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>storytelling</span></a>, and why the best ideas often come from unexpected places. </p><p>Storie Sotto Le Stelle started as a small project—just a few whimsical tales blending <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/Tuscan" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Tuscan</span></a> nostalgia with fantasy. Now, it’s a growing collection of stories where enchanted gardens, talking animals, and <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/AI" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>AI</span></a> <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/Robots" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Robots</span></a> ran <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/observatories" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>observatories</span></a> all coexist.</p><p>What does it take to be creative? A little madness, a lot of curiosity, and, apparently, a habit of talking to imaginary friends.</p><p>📺 <a href="https://youtu.be/57WNcH8fdg4?feature=shared" rel="nofollow noopener" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">youtu.be/57WNcH8fdg4?feature=s</span><span class="invisible">hared</span></a></p><p>🎧 Tune in and subscribe for never ending randomness: <a href="https://randomandunscripted.com/episodes/the-art-of-being-random-ravioli-in-london-having-unscripted-conversations-and-writing-magical-short-stories-for-kids-and-the-young-at-heart-random-and-unscripted-with-sean-martin-and-marco-ciappelli" rel="nofollow noopener" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">randomandunscripted.com/episod</span><span class="invisible">es/the-art-of-being-random-ravioli-in-london-having-unscripted-conversations-and-writing-magical-short-stories-for-kids-and-the-young-at-heart-random-and-unscripted-with-sean-martin-and-marco-ciappelli</span></a></p><p>Storie Sotto Le Stelle: <a href="https://www.storiesottolestelle.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://www.</span><span class="">storiesottolestelle.com/</span><span class="invisible"></span></a></p><p>🔗 The Art of Being Random – Random and Unscripted with Sean and Marco</p><p>Let’s talk: What sparks your creativity? </p><p><a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/Storytelling" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Storytelling</span></a> <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/Creativity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Creativity</span></a> <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/Podcast" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Podcast</span></a> <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/Unscripted" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Unscripted</span></a> <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/StorieSottoLeStelle" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>StorieSottoLeStelle</span></a> <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/travel" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>travel</span></a> <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/music" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>music</span></a> <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/food" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>food</span></a> <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/technology" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>technology</span></a> <a href="https://infosec.exchange/tags/cybersecurity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>cybersecurity</span></a></p>
Atlas Obscura<p>I-Link Town Observation Deck in Ichikawa, Japan</p><p>Just outside Tokyo, a 45-story-high observatory with a stunning view of Tokyo Skytree and Mount Fuji.<a href="https://libranet.de/search?tag=observatories" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>observatories</span></a> <a href="https://libranet.de/search?tag=section-Atlas" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>section-Atlas</span></a><br><a href="https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/i-link-town-observation-deck" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">I-Link Town Observation Deck</a></p>
Atlas Obscura<p>Hat Creek Radio Observatory in Hat Creek, California</p><p>The first radio telescope dedicated to the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence.<a href="https://libranet.de/search?tag=observatories" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>observatories</span></a> <a href="https://libranet.de/search?tag=astronomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>astronomy</span></a> <a href="https://libranet.de/search?tag=section-Atlas" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>section-Atlas</span></a><br><a href="https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/hat-creek-radio-observatory" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Hat Creek Radio Observatory</a></p>
Atlas Obscura<p>Odusan Unification Observatory in Paju-si, South Korea</p><p>The place nearest Seoul where it’s easy to get a good look at North Korea.<a href="https://libranet.de/search?tag=telescopes" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>telescopes</span></a> <a href="https://libranet.de/search?tag=northkorea" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>northkorea</span></a> <a href="https://libranet.de/search?tag=observatories" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>observatories</span></a> <a href="https://libranet.de/search?tag=section-Atlas" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>section-Atlas</span></a><br><a href="https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/odusan-unification-observatory" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Odusan Unification Observatory</a></p>
Dr. John Barentine FRAS<p>"The industrial <a href="https://astrodon.social/tags/megaproject" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>megaproject</span></a> is planned to be located just 5 to 11 kilometres from telescopes at Paranal, which would cause irreparable damage to astronomical observations, in particular due to light pollution emitted throughout the project’s operational life. Relocating the complex would save one of Earth's last truly pristine dark skies." (via <span class="h-card" translate="no"><a href="https://astrodon.social/@esoastronomy" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">@<span>esoastronomy</span></a></span>) </p><p><a href="https://www.eso.org/public/news/eso2501/" rel="nofollow noopener" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://www.</span><span class="">eso.org/public/news/eso2501/</span><span class="invisible"></span></a></p><p><a href="https://astrodon.social/tags/Astronomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Astronomy</span></a> <a href="https://astrodon.social/tags/Observatories" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Observatories</span></a> <a href="https://astrodon.social/tags/Paranal" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Paranal</span></a> <a href="https://astrodon.social/tags/ESO" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>ESO</span></a> <a href="https://astrodon.social/tags/DarkSkies" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>DarkSkies</span></a> <a href="https://astrodon.social/tags/LightPollution" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>LightPollution</span></a></p>
Atlas Obscura<p>Dominion Radio Astrophysical Observatory in Cawston, British Columbia</p><p>One of Canada&amp;<a href="https://libranet.de/search?tag=39" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>39</span></a>;s premier radio observatories sits in a radio-quiet valley outside Penticton.<a href="https://libranet.de/search?tag=science" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>science</span></a> <a href="https://libranet.de/search?tag=astronomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>astronomy</span></a> <a href="https://libranet.de/search?tag=observatories" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>observatories</span></a> <a href="https://libranet.de/search?tag=telescopes" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>telescopes</span></a> <a href="https://libranet.de/search?tag=section-Atlas" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>section-Atlas</span></a><br><a href="https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/dominion-radio-astrophysical-observatory" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Dominion Radio Astrophysical Observatory</a></p>

LOOK!

These odd plots represent the first data from the SKA-low telescope working as an interferometer.

Data comes from two stations (each with 256 antennas) where the signal is correlated. That little kink is the radio galaxy Centaurus A.

SKA is starting to come online!

SKA-low features these odd-looking antennas that resemble Christmas trees. 256 of them sit in a ‘station’ which acts as a single unit. Once construction is complete (end of decade) there will be 512 stations separated by distance creating a large virtual telescope.

SKA-low is the Australian side of the project and will feature over 131,000 antennas to cover the low-frequency bands.

This will complement SKA-mid, located in South Africa which will have an interferometer made of dish antennas and cove a huge bandwidth up to 15 GHz.

📸 SKAO

_The Evening Post_, 27 August 1924:
“EPOCH MARKING”
THE CITY TELESCOPE
OBSERVATORY AT KELBURN
THE OPENING CEREMONY
The City Council’s nine-inch astronomical telescope, which has been installed in a temporary building in the grounds of the Observatory at #Kelburn, was officially opened yesterday afternoon by the Mayor, Mr. R. A. Wright, M.P. Interesting addresses were delivered on the occasion.
The Mayor said he was very pleased to see so many citizens assembled at the opening of the observatory. Wellington was the first municipality in the Dominion that had extended its activities to the realm of astronomical science, in the purchase and setting up of a telescope.…

Councillor W. H. Bennett expressed the opinion that the event they were taking part in that day was a sign of the progress of the city—a milestone in Wellington’s journey to becoming one of the chief cities of the Southern Hemisphere.
The Mayor then formally declared the observatory open, and the visitors spent some time in inspecting the new city telescope.
paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/news
#OnThisDay #OTD #PapersPast #Telescopes #Observatories #NewZealand

_The Evening Post_, 26 August 1924:
VIEWS OF MARS
SIGHTSEERS AT ROSLYN
AIR IN POOR CONDITION
(BY TELEGRAPH.—SPECIAL TO THE POST.)
DUNEDIN, This Day.
Fully 200 persons went to #Roslyn Observatory on Saturday evening in the hope of viewing #Mars through the 12in telescope of the Otago Institute. The sky was quite clear, but a wavy current in the atmosphere made visibility poor. Nevertheless, the Roslyn instrument enabled visitors to see the glint of the south polar snowcap and shaded markings. “We have seen no traces of straight lines, corresponding to the so-called canals,” states a local authority, “but it was scarcely to be expected that we should see them under the conditions of our observation. The observations of these canals are erratic. In some cases small telescopes have been more successful than larger ones. It is difficult to say what are the conditions under which the canals can be best seen. Our conditions cannot be compared, for example, to the conditions in Arizona, but that is no fault of the telescope. The fact that we are not seeing the canals is no argument that they do not exist.”
paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/news
#OnThisDay #OTD #PapersPast #MartianCanals #Observatories #Dunedin #NewZealand