The sky on
your birthday.
Explosions Discovered Near Galactic Center
Tremendous explosions near the center of our Galaxy were discovered in December and announced today. These bursts are unprecedented, so their exact cause is unknown and will likely spur future astronomical speculation and observation. Far more powerful than any human-made explosions, these eruptions likely involve extreme conditions found only on the surface of a neutron star.
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Released on your day
Space pictures released on your month and day in other years, or a few days either side. Each one is sharp enough to print as a poster.
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Released on 28 February 2013 Wide-field view of the sky around the young star HD 100546 See it as a poster -
Released on 28 February 2022 Not-So-Close Encounter See it as a poster -
Released on 28 February 2011 Orion’s lesser-known nebula takes centre stage See it as a poster -
Released on 28 February 2025 Webb visits a star-forming spiral See it as a poster -
Released on 28 February 2023 Seeing Triple See it as a poster
In tropical astrology, 28 FEB 1996 falls under Pisces (♓). The sign's window runs from 02-19 through 03-20. Pisces holds the location of the spring equinox in the current astronomical era. The Sun was crossing this region of the sky on 28 FEB 1996.
Questions about February 28, 1996
What space photo was released on February 28, 1996?
NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 28, 1996 was "Explosions Discovered Near Galactic Center". It's the card at the top of this page.
What was the Moon's phase on February 28, 1996?
A first quarter moon, about 69% lit.
What day of the week was February 28, 1996?
February 28, 1996 was a Wednesday, day 59 of the 366 days in 1996.
Is it free?
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