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November 2008 – Issue 42
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BANG! Stephen Hawking's new theory on why our universe exploded from nothing.
Your first telescope If you're new to astronomy and have never bought a telescope before or set one up, then we are here to help.
University challenge So you think you know a lot about astronomy? Prove it with our astronomy special of the Jeremy Paxman-hosted University Challenge!
Ten years of the ISS We ask two experts whether they think the International Space Station has been worth its colossal price tag.
Patrick Moore One of its earliest members, Patrick recalls the history of the British Interplanetary Society.
New look CD-ROM Greatest scopes of the 20th Century.
Send an ecard to a friend. Choose from our gallery of photos