تَقَبَّلَ اللهُ مِنَّا وَمِنكُم
Daytime Crescent of Syawal was first spotted from Brunei Darussalam today, April 10, 2024, at 4 pm.
The 1.7 day old crescent was 3% lit and separated at 21° to the sun.
The Islamic day of 1st Syawal 1445H in Brunei begins at sunset (maghrib) today and ends at the next sunset.
Eid Mubarak to all!
📸 The Astronomical Society of Brunei Darussalam (PABD) at Mini Observatory in Keriam, Tutong.
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Daytime Crescent of Syawal was first spotted from Brunei Darussalam today, April 10, 2024, at 4 pm.
The 1.7 day old crescent was 3% lit and separated at 21° to the sun.
The Islamic day of 1st Syawal 1445H in Brunei begins at sunset (maghrib) today and ends at the next sunset.
Eid Mubarak to all!
📸 The Astronomical Society of Brunei Darussalam (PABD) at Mini Observatory in Keriam, Tutong.
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Horned Comet in Bruneian skies
Comet 12P/Pons-Brooks is nicknamed “devil comet” for its unusual pointy shape. Just a week before its closest approach to the Sun (perihelion), the comet was photographed last night, April 14, 2024, from Tutong, which evidently displayed two distinct “horns” of gas and ice.
Comet 12P is a Halley-type periodic comet with an orbital period of about 71.3 years. In 2024, the icy wanderer is speeding through the inner solar system and expected to reach its maximum brightness, potentially becoming visible to the naked eye during the perihelion.
However, bright twilight and moonlight may wash out the comet’s brilliance, so skywatchers may need binoculars or telescopes to catch a glimpse.
Visit www.bruneiastronomy.org for real-time starchart and comet hunting tips.
Photos on April 14, 2024, by The Astronomical Society of Brunei Darussalam (PABD)
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Comet 12P/Pons-Brooks is nicknamed “devil comet” for its unusual pointy shape. Just a week before its closest approach to the Sun (perihelion), the comet was photographed last night, April 14, 2024, from Tutong, which evidently displayed two distinct “horns” of gas and ice.
Comet 12P is a Halley-type periodic comet with an orbital period of about 71.3 years. In 2024, the icy wanderer is speeding through the inner solar system and expected to reach its maximum brightness, potentially becoming visible to the naked eye during the perihelion.
However, bright twilight and moonlight may wash out the comet’s brilliance, so skywatchers may need binoculars or telescopes to catch a glimpse.
Visit www.bruneiastronomy.org for real-time starchart and comet hunting tips.
Photos on April 14, 2024, by The Astronomical Society of Brunei Darussalam (PABD)
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The Syawal Full Moon in 2024 occurred at 7:49 a.m. (Brunei Time), Wednesday, April 24.
From Brunei Darussalam, look to the east just shortly after sunset to see the moon begins to cross the sky all night.
The phenomenon of a Full Moon happens when our planet, Earth, is precisely positioned between the Sun and the Moon. Such alignment at this lunar phase causes the entire side of the Moon that faces us reflects sunlight with almost 100% illumination.
Full moons occur every 29.5 days or so, as the moon moves to the side of Earth directly opposite the sun.
Time to snap the lunar surface tonight!
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From Brunei Darussalam, look to the east just shortly after sunset to see the moon begins to cross the sky all night.
The phenomenon of a Full Moon happens when our planet, Earth, is precisely positioned between the Sun and the Moon. Such alignment at this lunar phase causes the entire side of the Moon that faces us reflects sunlight with almost 100% illumination.
Full moons occur every 29.5 days or so, as the moon moves to the side of Earth directly opposite the sun.
Time to snap the lunar surface tonight!
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Watch red supergiant star Antares & star cluster M4 pass behind the moon.
Special astronomical phenomena in the constellation Scorpius are set to take place tomorrow night, April 26, 2024, until dawn:
▪️The bright star in the heart of Scorpius Al Niyat (in Arabic means “the arteries”) is at closest separation 0.3° with the Moon at 22:45 on Apr 26.
▪️The closest globular cluster to our solar system M4 will be occulted by the Moon from 01:14 until 03:11 on Apr 27.
▪️Bright Antares will disappear behind the moon's bright limb at 05:31 on Apr 27. The next similar occurrence Antares Lunar Occultation visible in Brunei Darussalam is on March 04, 2043
🔭Binoculars or a telescope will probably be needed to enjoy watching these celestial events.
Clear skies!
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Special astronomical phenomena in the constellation Scorpius are set to take place tomorrow night, April 26, 2024, until dawn:
▪️The bright star in the heart of Scorpius Al Niyat (in Arabic means “the arteries”) is at closest separation 0.3° with the Moon at 22:45 on Apr 26.
▪️The closest globular cluster to our solar system M4 will be occulted by the Moon from 01:14 until 03:11 on Apr 27.
▪️Bright Antares will disappear behind the moon's bright limb at 05:31 on Apr 27. The next similar occurrence Antares Lunar Occultation visible in Brunei Darussalam is on March 04, 2043
🔭Binoculars or a telescope will probably be needed to enjoy watching these celestial events.
Clear skies!
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Hilal of Year 1447H
This infographic displays the monthly position of the new moon crescent (Hilal) relative to the sun at local sunset from Brunei Darussalam in year 1447 hijrah.
The predicted visibility (V) is computed based on Mohammad Shawkat Odeh (2006) criterion for lunar crescent visibility on the date stated which corresponds to the first day when the Hilal remains above horizon at sunset after conjunction.
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This infographic displays the monthly position of the new moon crescent (Hilal) relative to the sun at local sunset from Brunei Darussalam in year 1447 hijrah.
The predicted visibility (V) is computed based on Mohammad Shawkat Odeh (2006) criterion for lunar crescent visibility on the date stated which corresponds to the first day when the Hilal remains above horizon at sunset after conjunction.
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Rare Cosmic Outbursts: 2 Bright Nova Illuminate the Night Sky Now!
Two rare classical novae—V462 Lupi and V572 Velorum—are now visible to the naked eye in the southern skies from Brunei, marking an extraordinary astronomical event where two simultaneous nova appearing at the same time for the first time in recorded history.
Fascinating and beautiful astronomical phenomenon, a nova is a sudden brightening of a star, caused by an explosive nuclear reaction on the surface of a white dwarf star in a close binary system.
More Info: https://forum.bruneiastronomy.org/viewtopic.php?t=142
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Two rare classical novae—V462 Lupi and V572 Velorum—are now visible to the naked eye in the southern skies from Brunei, marking an extraordinary astronomical event where two simultaneous nova appearing at the same time for the first time in recorded history.
Fascinating and beautiful astronomical phenomenon, a nova is a sudden brightening of a star, caused by an explosive nuclear reaction on the surface of a white dwarf star in a close binary system.
More Info: https://forum.bruneiastronomy.org/viewtopic.php?t=142
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Upload your images on our online form via (link on Bio)
www.bruneiastronomy.org/contribute
Or tag and email us.
Selected photos will be featured on @bruneiastronomy digital platforms.
📸 Abd Hamid bin Hj Abd Rahman
#BruneiAstronomy
Sundog over Brunei
A vivid sundog— a natural occurance caused by sunlight refracting through high-altitude ice crystals—appeared above Lambak, painting the morning sky with rainbow hues.
📷 by Amirol
🕜 Jul 5, 2025 at 6:58 a.m.
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📍Lambak, Brunei
📸 Witnessed something magical above? Tag @bruneiastronomy to share your moment!
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A vivid sundog— a natural occurance caused by sunlight refracting through high-altitude ice crystals—appeared above Lambak, painting the morning sky with rainbow hues.
📷 by Amirol
🕜 Jul 5, 2025 at 6:58 a.m.
⚙️ Samsung smartphone
📍Lambak, Brunei
📸 Witnessed something magical above? Tag @bruneiastronomy to share your moment!
#BruneiAstronomy #Sundog #AtmosphericOptics
🔭✨ Stargazing at Jerudong Park!
Join us for Sidewalk Astronomy from July 10–12, 2025 from 5.30 p.m. until 10.30 p.m. at @jerudongpark Food Court.
🌕 Peer through 8-inch reflectors and smart telescopes as we explore the Full Moon, dazzling star clusters, and more.
🌌 Meet passionate PABD amateur astronomers ready to guide you through celestial sights and answer your cosmic questions.
☁️ Event is subject to weather conditions.
📱 Follow us @bruneiastronomy for real-time updates and night-by-night alerts!
#SidewalkAstronomy #BruneiAstronomy #JerudongPark #StargazingNights
Join us for Sidewalk Astronomy from July 10–12, 2025 from 5.30 p.m. until 10.30 p.m. at @jerudongpark Food Court.
🌕 Peer through 8-inch reflectors and smart telescopes as we explore the Full Moon, dazzling star clusters, and more.
🌌 Meet passionate PABD amateur astronomers ready to guide you through celestial sights and answer your cosmic questions.
☁️ Event is subject to weather conditions.
📱 Follow us @bruneiastronomy for real-time updates and night-by-night alerts!
#SidewalkAstronomy #BruneiAstronomy #JerudongPark #StargazingNights
From the sidewalk to the stars!
Last night stargazing at JP was filled with curious minds and joyful memories when the telescopes aimed at the cosmos.
View a reel video by Jerudong Park
Link: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DL863T6hqQz/?igsh=MWhncmtrZDhldmk4cg==
Last night stargazing at JP was filled with curious minds and joyful memories when the telescopes aimed at the cosmos.
View a reel video by Jerudong Park
Link: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DL863T6hqQz/?igsh=MWhncmtrZDhldmk4cg==
Daulat Kebawah Duli Tuan Patik.
Ya Allah, lanjutkanlah usia Kebawah Duli Tuan Patik dan kekal qarar di atas tahta singgahsana.
Sempena Menyambut Ulang Tahun Hari Keputeraan Kebawah Duli Yang Maha Mulia Paduka Seri Baginda Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah Ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar 'Ali Saifuddien Sa'adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan Dan Yang Di-Pertuan Negara Brunei Darussalam ke 79 tahun.
📷: Abd Hamid HAR
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Ya Allah, lanjutkanlah usia Kebawah Duli Tuan Patik dan kekal qarar di atas tahta singgahsana.
Sempena Menyambut Ulang Tahun Hari Keputeraan Kebawah Duli Yang Maha Mulia Paduka Seri Baginda Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah Ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar 'Ali Saifuddien Sa'adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan Dan Yang Di-Pertuan Negara Brunei Darussalam ke 79 tahun.
📷: Abd Hamid HAR
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Nonstop Eclipse Watch: 2025–2029
Mark your calendars! The next five years are packed with eclipse events in Brunei Darussalam.
Between 2025 and 2029, observers in Brunei can anticipate a remarkable sequence of 8 eclipse events, including 4 total lunar eclipses and 1 partial solar eclipse.
Are you ready for the cosmic marathon?
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Mark your calendars! The next five years are packed with eclipse events in Brunei Darussalam.
Between 2025 and 2029, observers in Brunei can anticipate a remarkable sequence of 8 eclipse events, including 4 total lunar eclipses and 1 partial solar eclipse.
Are you ready for the cosmic marathon?
#BruneiAstronomy