Fr Richard Anthony D’Souza, S.J., a Goan Jesuit priest and astrophysicist, has been appointed Director of the Vatican Observatory by Pope Leo XIV. The move marks a historic leadership transition as Fr D’Souza succeeds Br Guy Consolmagno, S.J., and reaffirms the Church’s commitment to the dialogue between science and faith.
On August 2, 2027, the world will witness a breathtaking total solar eclipse lasting over six minutes — the longest of the 21st century. Stretching across North Africa, the Middle East, and parts of Europe, this rare event promises an unforgettable celestial spectacle.
Kuwait recently witnessed the rare celestial phenomenon known as the "Gazelle Moon," where a golden-hued moon illuminated the night sky, leaving residents and stargazers in awe of its beauty and symbolism rooted in Arab folklore.
A rare celestial event, known as a planetary parade or alignment, occurred on January 25, 2025, as six planets aligned in the night sky.
