BBC Sky at Night Magazine - September 2022

In this issue

DRAMATIC FIRST IMAGES
WONDERFUL WEBB
What JWST's stunning first photos really show PLUS its science journey explained.

Glorious globulars
15 gorgeous star clusters to find in the sky this month..

CUTTING EDGE

Our experts examine the hottest new research

4 mins

JWST begins its SCIENCE JOURNEY

As we gaze astonished at the James Webb Space Telescope’s first science images, Colin Stuart takes a look at the questions it will answer over its decade-long voyage of astronomical discovery

7 mins

FIELD OF VIEW

The amateur astronomer's forum

2 mins

Prepare for the PLANET PARADE

Five planets and an asteroid will be putting on a show this month. Stuart Atkinson shows us where and when to catch the spectacle

6 mins

Glorious GLOBULARS

From fuzzy blobs to star cities, Paul Money takes us on a tour of 15 of the best globular clusters to observe in this season's night skies

8 mins

EXPLAINER - The fundamentals of astronomy for beginners

Ezzy Pearson celebrates the 30th anniversary of the first Black woman flying in space

4 mins

DIY ASTRONOMY

Practical astronomy projects for every level of expertise

3 mins

ASTROPHOTOGRAPHY CAPTURE

Take the perfect astrophoto with our step-by-step guide

3 mins

ASTROPHOTOGRAPHY PROCESSING

Expert processing tips to enhance your astrophotos

3 mins

Q&A WITH THE CEO OF INMARSAT - Melissa Brobby interviews Rajeev Suri

A landmark study has found that, in contrast to the Apollo generation, younger people are out of touch with the realities of the space industry

3 mins

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BBC Sky at Night Magazine Description:

Complementing the much-loved BBC television programme, Sky at Night Magazine is your practical guide to astronomy. Each issue features columns by renowned experts such as Sir Patrick Moore as well as in-depth cosmological features, practical observing tutorials, comprehensive equipment reviews, astrophotography master classes and much, much more. And with easy-to follow star charts and expert advice on how to get the most out of the observing month, Sky at Night Magazine is essential reading for both the novice and experienced astronomer.