Many of the brightest stars have names passed down through ancient cultures. This image shows 25 of them in true color with their IAU-recognized names. From Sirius (“the scorcher”) to Antares (“rival to Mars”), each star tells a story.
📅 June 11, 2025
📷 Tragoolchitr Jittasaiyapan
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