The Earthball is a fantastic tool for discussing our planet with children, combining playtime with education!

Cecilia Scorza, EU-UNAWE Germany

Cosmic Serpent

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This photograph of space shows a cloud of gas and dust in space being twisted into this swirling shape by two giant stars. Both stars are what we call "Wolf-Rayet stars", famous for being some of the biggest and hottest stars, and for blowing out powerful winds.

Credit:

ESO/Callingham et al.