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NASA Astronomy Picture of the Day Features Peculiar Galaxy Arp 78

Original: APOD: 2026 September 30 - Arp 78: Peculiar Galaxy in Aries https://science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2026-september-30

NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 30, 2026 showcases Arp 78, a peculiar galaxy located in the constellation Aries. The image and accompanying article on NASA's science site highlight the galaxy's unusual structure, drawing attention from space and astronomy enthusiasts sharing it across social platforms.

Why now: The daily NASA astronomy image routinely attracts wide attention from space enthusiasts when shared online.

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• APOD: 2026 September 30 - Arp 78: Peculiar Galaxy in Aries https://science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2026-september-30-arp-78-peculiar-galaxy-in-aries/ # Space # Astronomy # Galaxy · nasa@robot.villas · 1

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