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The James Webb Space Telescope has captured infrared images of the "whirlpool galaxy" known as M51 or NGC 5194. This is a significant achievement as previously only the Hubble Telescope could capture images of this galaxy. The images reveal warm rings of dust, regions where stars are forming, and ionized gases

NASA's Hubble Space Telescope reveals a detailed image of Messier 63. It is also known as the Sunflower Galaxy. The galaxy is 27 million light-years away in canes venatici. Astronomers study its flocculent spiral structure. They are testing theories of star formation. Amateur astrophotographers also capture its beauty. Future James Webb Space Telescope observations will explore star and planet formation.

Skywatchers are in for a rare treat this October as Comet SWAN and Comet Lemmon approach Earth, potentially visible on the same night around October 21. This celestial event coincides with the peak of the Orionid meteor shower and a new moon, promising exceptionally dark skies for optimal viewing of both comets and meteors.