Mars Skies: Celestial Events and Moss that Survives on Mars

Discover the celestial events happening in July with Simply Mars! From the moon's close encounters with Mars, Uranus, and Jupiter, to the occultation of bright stars, there are plenty of exciting astronomical phenomena to observe. Plus, scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery of a desert moss that can 'survive on Mars,' potentially paving the way for colonization. Join us as we explore the wonders of the cosmos and the potential for life on the red planet.

Sources:
https://www.sasktoday.ca/north/battlefords-news-optimist/saskatchewan-skies-mars-rises-a-little-after-midnight-in-july-9127478
https://www.theguardian.com/science/article/2024/jun/30/scientists-find-desert-moss-that-can-survive-on-mars

Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:37) Saskatchewan Skies: Mars rises a little after midnight in July
(00:04:45) Scientists find desert moss that can ‘survive on Mars’