Want to get into stargazing? A professional astronomer explains where to start
Looking at the sky with the naked eye is a wonderful thing, but its also great to zoom in and see more detail.
Sun Dec 31 2023
Astronomy camera captures North Korean rocket stage exploding after satellite launch
The South Korean military is seeking to find and salvage debris from the rocket, South Korea's defence ministry said.
Thu Nov 23 2023
Aidilfitri date to be discussed in Fatwa Committee of National Council
The prediction of the International Astronomy Centre based in the United Arab Emirates that Syawal 1, in most countries is on April 21, will be discussed in the Fatwa Committee of the National Council
Fri Apr 07 2023
Sky's the limit as Teledyne Imaging unveils COSMOS for astronomy
Teledyne Imaging has introduced COSMOS, large-format, back side illuminated CMOS cameras optimised for astronomy.
Wed Mar 10 2021
Geminid meteor shower watch in Penang "almost ideal"
The night on Dec 13 was almost perfect as it coincided with the old moon, which makes the meteors more visible without the glaring moonlight.
Mon Dec 14 2020
Moon richer in water than once thought
If this water could be extracted, it could give astronauts travelling to the Moon and beyond access to drinking water.
Tue Oct 27 2020
'Impressive' Perseid meteor shower seen over UK
The annual meteor shower reached its peak on August 11 and 12.
Sun Aug 13 2017
Stunning moments of the supermoon phenomenon
According to NASA, the Nov. 14 supermoon will be the closest full moon to Earth since 1948 and we won't see another one until 2034.
Mon Nov 14 2016
Researchers detect gravitational waves for a second time
Albert Einstein had predicted the existence of the waves in his theory of relativity a century ago.
Thu Jun 16 2016
Chance for Malaysians to see Saturn this Friday
Angkasa said that at this time, the ringed planet would be at its closest to Earth.
Wed Jun 01 2016
Solar eclipse in Asia
Photos of the solar eclipse taken from cities across Asia, on March 9, 2016.
Wed Mar 09 2016
The 'Blood Moon': First total lunar eclipse of 2014
The first total lunar eclipse in more than three years brings the 'blood moon' on April 15.
Tue Apr 15 2014
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024