Jupiter’s Great Red Spot Continues to Shrink

*Jupiter’s great red spot continues to shrink
A new study has confirmed that Jupiter’s iconic great red spot is continuing to shrink.

*New evidence showing Earth’s days are getting longer
A new study has used fossil mollusc shells to provide a new way of confirming the days are getting longer as the Earth’s rotation continues to slow down.

*New comet getting really bright really quickly
A new comet first discovered in the closing days of 2019 looks like it could put on a spectacular celestial light show over the next few months.

*April SkyWatch
Our nearest neighbouring star system Alpha Centauri and the Southern Cross constellation are highlights of the April night skies.

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