Oldest known Mayan charts found in Gautemala jungle
Ancient inscriptions on the walls of a looted house in the Guatemalan jungle are the oldest astronomical charts known from the Mayan civilisation.
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A galaxy of possibilities
The physical laws of the universe contain lessons for teachers' progress through life, according to an award-winning astronomer.
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Loosely: In the sky is a diamond planet
Astronomers have spotted an exotic planet that seems to be made of diamond racing around a tiny star in our galactic backyard.
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A watershed of astronomical proportions
Will heavy-handed bureaucracy or best scientific practice win the day, asks Marian Shinn.
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Bringing stars down to Earth
Christina Scott reports on South Africa's bid to host a major astronomy project.
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Blighted by poor web connection
Astronomers at SA's space telescope are forced to send findings by road, while politicians call on Telkom to resolve the issue, reports David Smith.
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A starman in every sense
Special Award recognising an outstanding contribution to science, engineering, technology and innovation
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Earth rising
Consider how radically an understanding of the heavens has changed; how we view ourselves and our place in the universe.
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