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Kitt Peak Telescopes Under Cost-Cutting Microscope

National observatory, public star-gazing programs face uncertainty

Web Feature: A Burning Question

Researchers find that heat and growth go hand in hand for Arizona

Braving the Heat Brings Birding Rewards

Despite the heat, August offers unique opportunities for local birders

Strong Monsoon May Linger, Expert Says

So far, this year’s summer rains have delivered record-breaking amounts -- but will they last?

Minding Mars from Tucson

Scientists around world pay close attention to NASA mission

New Telescope Unveiled in Flagstaff

Historic Lowell Observatory christens $53M instrument

Web Feature: The Weather Man

A retired Air Force communicator keeps an eye on the sky

Mysteries Of Pluto: Fifth Moon Found

Hubbell images spotlight dwarf planet discovered at AZ observatory

Tropical Plants Thrive In 'Cool' Greenhouse

Tucson Botanical Gardens showcases unique plants in controlled environment

Teachers' Voices with Ofelia Zepeda and Meredith Kupinski

Two educators talk about a new program where teachers - instead of students - are asked to become immersed in the indigenous culture of their school.

Should We Call It Downtownology?

Science may help fuel redevelopment of Tucson's core

Learning From Fire

Interagency institute trains fire managers and analyzes fire behaviors

Venus Makes Once-In-Lifetime Celestial Cameo

Dozens gather in Tucson to watch planet cross between Earth and sun

Astronauts Debate Future of U.S. Space Program

Apollo and shuttle astronauts say next big goal is overdue

Ancient Signs of Intelligent Life

Visit some petroglyph sites in the Tucson Mountains with guide Allen Dart, the executive director of The Old Pueblo Archaeology Center.

Collecting Light Part 5: Tomorrow, We See Farther

Series wrap looks at ambitious future astronomy projects and finds stargazers professional and amateur still looking upward in wonder

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