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NASA has shared five fascinating throwback pictures of Earth, including an image of Earth as seen from Mars, the Moon's shadow darkening a part of the Earth, a photo of a crescent-shaped Earth and Moon, Earth from orbit around the Moon, and a 'pale blue dot' image. These timeless marvels showcase the splendor and beauty of our home planet, offering a breathtaking glimpse into the wonders of space exploration.
The Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition, organized by the Royal Observatory Greenwich, has released the shortlist selection from over 4,000 entries by photographers from 64 countries. The competition, now in its 15th year, features nine main categories and two special prizes. The overall winner will receive a £10,000 prize. Some of the breathtaking images include the Milky Way behind a graffiti of Pandora, the Northern Lights over the Arctic Henge, and the Sun showing the transit of the China Space Station. A larger selection of the shortlisted images can be found on the Royal Observatory of Greenwich website.