Here in Washington, we have been seeing and influx of the Northern Lights, otherwise known as Aroura Borealis.

Why do we get the Northern Lights?

"The northern lights are created when energized particles from the sun slam into Earth's upper atmosphere at speeds of up to 45 million mph (72 million kph), but our planet's magnetic field protects us from the onslaught." -Source

Cool, so now what's this "Space Explosion" supposed to happen?

Ok, so it's not a Space explosion, well, kinda. it's a...

Nova Explosion about 3,000 lightyears away.

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Well that just sounds insane.

What's a Nova Explosion?

""It really actually is a hydrogen-fusion bomb just like in the movie 'Oppenheimer,'" Schaefer said. The difference between nova and supernova events, according to NASA, is in a recurring nova, the dwarf star stays intact during the explosion." - Source

This is a once in a lifetime event according to scientists.

"T Coronae Borealis is one of just 10 recurring novas known in the Milky Way that erupt on time scales of less than a century, according to NASA." Source

When and where can we watch this Nova Explosion??

The exact date and time of the astronomical explosion is unknown, but once it happens, Hounsell says the once-in-a-lifetime event is sure to inspire the next generation of skywatchers. - Source

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This all kind of reminds me of the movie, "Don't Look up."

Except, we will want to look up and be in awe of the wonderous universe.

How cool is that?! Front row seats... I'll bring Popcorn!

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The International Space Station

Initially constructed in 1998, the International Space Station (ISS) is approximately 250 miles above the earth's surface, traveling at 17,500 mph. The ISS orbits Earth every 90 minutes and completes around 15 orbits daily.

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10 Reasons Han Solo is Basically a Texan in Space

If you ask most people who their favorite Star Wars character is, the odds of them naming anyone other than Han Solo are approximately three thousand seven hundred and twenty to one.

The loveable space pirate is pure swagger, and when you stop to think about it, he's probably the closest thing to a Texan out there in that galaxy far, far away.

Let's take a look at 10 reasons Han Solo would fit right in here in the Lone Star State.

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Spaceship Airbnb In Washington

You have to check out these photos of the Airbnb Spaceship Destination in Washington. If you're a lover of all things space, then this place is for you!

Gallery Credit: Kyle Matthews


 

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