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Inside the exhibition: Death in the ice
Get a glimpse inside Death in the ice, the new exhibition telling the tragic tale of Franklin's final expedition to the arctic which ended in the loss of 129 men.
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Jane Franklin: a remarkable woman
Dr Claire Warrior, Senior Exhibitions Curator, tells the story of how Lady Franklin influenced both the search for husband John Franklin and how he is remembered today
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Taurid meteor shower 2025: when and where to see it in the UK
What is it, when is it and where can I see Taurid Meteor shower this year?
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What is a mariner's astrolabe?
What is a mariner's astrolabe? How was one used?
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Ursid meteor shower: When and where to see it in the UK
What is the Ursid meteor shower, when does it happen and how can I see it in 2025?
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What has the Hubble Space Telescope discovered?
Since its 1990 launch, Hubble Space Telescope has been dazzling the world with images of space and a deeper understanding of how the universe works.
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The James Webb Space Telescope vs the Hubble Space Telescope
What are the main differences between Hubble and the new James Webb Space Telescope?
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Elizabeth Stuart of Bohemia, the 'Winter Queen'
Discover the romantic marriage and brave life of the 'Winter Queen', daughter of James I, and hidden figure of British history
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What is a planetary conjunction?
If you see two objects in the sky that appear close together, you may be witnessing a 'conjunction'
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What is a blue moon and how often does it occur?
How common are blue moons in astronomical terms?