BBC Sky at Night Magazine | September 2026
This issue of BBC Sky at Night Magazine explores the Voyager Golden Record and its significance in conveying humanity's story to the cosmos. The magazine delves into the ownership complexities surrounding the Moon, examines the elusive nature of dark matter, and commemorates pivotal moments in 1926 that reshaped the field of astronomy. The issue also features an upgrade of the popular HEQ5 Pro mount by Sky-Watcher.
Featured:
- In-depth analysis of the Voyager Golden Record and its intended message to extraterrestrial life
- Examination of the legal and ethical debates concerning lunar ownership
- Investigation into the reasons behind extensive funding for dark matter research
- Retrospective on the transformative events of 1926 in the realm of astronomy
- Review of the upgraded features of Sky-Watcher’s HEQ5 Pro mount
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Articles in this issue
Below is a selection of articles in BBC Sky at Night Magazine September 2026.