Sunday, May 6, 2012 at 1:09 PM
Well before night fell stateside on Saturday, the "supermoon" was already a star. Cameras from Tokyo to Athens gazed into its light, just a little bit brighter than usual. It was enough to inspire some beautiful photos, so we thought we'd share what we've found.
Well before night fell stateside, the "supermoon" was already a star. Cameras from Tokyo to Athens gazed into its light, just a little bit brighter than usual.
It was enough to inspire some beautiful photos, so we thought we'd share what we've found.
For those who prefer science to art, NASA has a pleasant video to explain the phenomenon, called a "perigee full moon." Well, we still think it's super. [Copyright 2012 National Public Radio]
This article is filed in: Space, Around the Nation, Science, U.S. News, News
Flying over an Asteroid
Mars Rover Opportunity Emerges From Winter Doldrums, Gets Back On Move
The rover had been stationary while its solar panels lacked enough sunlight to power its batteries.
Look Up: Tonight, 'Supermoon' Is Closer To Earth
The full moon tonight occurs when the moon is at its closest point in its orbit around Earth.
Photographers, Skywatchers Prepare For Supermoon
Expect the best time for photos just after sunset Saturday.
A Most Peculiar Sunset
Why are Earthly sunsets red, pink and orange, but sunsets on Mars a cool blue?
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