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SN 1006: A Supernova Ribbon from Hubble
In 1006 AD, ancient humans witnessed a stellar explosion in Lupus, creating a "guest star" brighter than Venus that lasted for over two years. This supernova, SN 1006, occurred about 7,000 light-years away. The Hubble Space Telescope captured this image of a glowing ribbon in the supernova remnant, which continues to expand and fade today.
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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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The Earth on your day The Earth on 15 September 2008 · Colorado Plateau See it as a poster -
Released on 15 September 2026 IC 348 Crop: Central star cluster See it as a poster -
Released on 15 September 2026 IC 348 Crop: Stars and faint outflows See it as a poster -
Released on 15 September 2016 The sky around the active galaxy Markarian 1018 See it as a poster -
Released on 15 September 2026 Star-forming region IC 348 (NIRCam image) See it as a poster -
Released on 15 September 2020 Like two galaxies nearing each other, this nighttime shot from the International Space Station shows the well-lit See it as a poster
In tropical astrology, 15 SEP 2008 falls under Virgo (♍). The sign's window runs from 08-23 through 09-22. Virgo is the largest zodiac constellation, holding the heart of the Virgo galaxy cluster. The Sun was crossing this region of the sky on 15 SEP 2008.
Questions about September 15, 2008
What space photo was released on September 15, 2008?
NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 15, 2008 was "SN 1006: A Supernova Ribbon from Hubble". It's the card at the top of this page.
What was the Moon's phase on September 15, 2008?
A full moon, about 100% lit.
What day of the week was September 15, 2008?
September 15, 2008 was a Monday, day 259 of the 366 days in 2008.
What did the Sun and the Earth look like on September 15, 2008?
NASA's Terra satellite photographed the whole Earth that day. It's on this page, next to the card.
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