Kepler Supernova Remnant in 60 Seconds (03-20-2013)
Over 400 years ago, Johannes Kepler and many others witnessed the appearance of a new "star" in the sky.

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--  Famous Supernova Reveals Clues About Crucial Cosmic Distance Markers
--  Tour of Kepler's Supernova Remnant

Space Scoop: The Star That Lived Two Lives (03-18-2013)
In 1604, a new star appeared in the night sky. It shone brighter than all the other stars, and for three weeks, it was even visible during the day!

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47 Tucanae in 60 Seconds (03-07-2013)
Neutron stars are the ultra-dense cores that are often left behind after massive stars run out of fuel and collapse.

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--  Probing Extreme Matter Through Observations of Neutron Stars
--  Tour of 47 Tucanae

Learn About Stars (02-21-2013)
Stars appear to be permanent fixtures of the night sky. However, stars are like people. They are born, live a lifetime, and ultimately die.

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W49B in 60 Seconds (02-14-2013)
The supernova remnant known as W49B is, let's say, a bit unorthodox looking. Many supernova remnants appear rather spherical in shape.

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--  Rare Explosion May Have Created Our Galaxy's Youngest Black Hole
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