The sky on
your birthday.
X-Rays From The Galactic Center
Astronomers believe most galaxies have massive black holes at their centers, and our own Milky Way is no exception. Swirling stars and a strong, variable radio source provide evidence for a black hole just 30,000 light-years away. This Chandra X-ray image provides direct evidence of X-rays from the Galactic Center, confirming the presence of this bizarre object.
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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 20 January 2010 The Cat's Paw Nebula* See it as a poster -
Released on 20 January 2020 Caught “Pink-Handed” See it as a poster -
Released on 20 January 2026 The precious rings of space See it as a poster -
Released on 20 January 2026 Helix Nebula (NIRCam image) See it as a poster -
Released on 20 January 2010 Around the Cat's Paw Nebula See it as a poster
In tropical astrology, 20 JAN 2000 falls under Aquarius (♒). The sign's window runs from 01-20 through 02-18. Aquarius is home to the Helix Nebula, the closest planetary nebula to Earth. The Sun was crossing this region of the sky on 20 JAN 2000.
Questions about January 20, 2000
What space photo was released on January 20, 2000?
NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day for January 20, 2000 was "X-Rays From The Galactic Center". It's the card at the top of this page.
What was the Moon's phase on January 20, 2000?
A full moon, about 99% lit.
What day of the week was January 20, 2000?
January 20, 2000 was a Thursday, day 20 of the 366 days in 2000.
Is it free?
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