APOD on Nostr: **Astronomy Picture of the Day** 11 June 2025 **25 Brightest Stars in the Night Sky** ...
**Astronomy Picture of the Day**
11 June 2025
**25 Brightest Stars in the Night Sky**
Image Credit & Copyright:
Tragoolchitr Jittasaiyapan
Do you know the names of some of the brightest stars? It's likely that you do, even though some bright stars have names so old they date back to near the beginning of written language. Many world cultures have their own names for the brightest stars, and it is culturally and historically important to remember them. In the interest of clear global communication, however, the International Astronomical Union (IAU) has begun to designate standardized star names. Featured here in true color are the 25 brightest stars in the night sky, currently as seen by humans, coupled with their IAU-recognized names. Some star names have interesting meanings, including Sirius ("the scorcher" in Latin), Vega ("falling" in Arabic), and Antares ("rival to Mars" in Greek). You are likely even familiar with the name of at least one star too dim to make this list: Polaris. APOD Turns 30!: Free public lecture in Anchorage TONIGHT (Wednesday) at 7 pm
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