Rare “Devil Comet” Graces Abu Dhabi Skies, Visible to Residents
Residents of Abu Dhabi were treated to a rare celestial spectacle earlier this week as a bright comet, often referred to as the “devil comet” due to its distinctive appearance,…
Proposed Fatwa on Astrophotography to Influence Islamic Lunar Month Determination
Astronomer Advocates for Modern Technology’s Role in Shaping Traditions A prominent astronomy expert in the UAE has suggested a groundbreaking fatwa regarding astrophotography, a move that could potentially transform the…
UAE to Witness Lunar Eclipse on Today
While residents of the UAE missed the recent “ring of fire” annular solar eclipse that captivated viewers in other parts of the world, there’s another celestial spectacle on the horizon.…
The ‘Harvest Moon’ will grace the skies on September 29; How to watch it in UAE?
The fourth and last supermoon of the year is set to light up the UAE skies next Friday.The celestial event takes place when a full moon or a new moon…
Satellite firm Yahsat awarded AED 18.7bln satellite capacity and managed services mandate by the UAE Government
The satellite services company Yahsat has received a Dh18.7 billion lift by way of UAE government contracts, to provide satellite capacity and managed services for a 17-year term. ALSO READ:…
UAE astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi in his homeland after historic space mission
Dubai: An out-of-this-world welcome awaits UAE astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi in his homeland as he lands in Abu Dhabi on Monday, September 18, after his triumphant journey from space to…
Sheikh Mohammed posts congratulations after Chandrayaan-3 landing; India continues to make history’
The UAE Vice-President has congratulated “our friends in India” after the country successfully landed a spacecraft on the Moon.“Nations are built through perseverance, India continues to make history,” tweeted His…
India makes history! Chandrayaan-3 lands on Moon
India’s lunar spacecraft landed safely near the Moon’s little-explored south pole on Wednesday, sparking wild celebrations and applause among technicians guiding the mission.”Chandrayaan-3 has successfully soft-landed on the Moon,” the…