Our contributors include…

Giles Sparrow Author & astronomer

After speaking to the physicists behind the research, Giles has the lowdown on how we intend to break the cosmic speed limit with future technologies.

Jonathan O'Callaghan Science & technology journalist

China’s Long March 9 rocket is tipped to be a souped-up version of the Saturn V. Jonathan finds out more on page 48.

Colin Stuart Author & astronomer

Colin reveals what a black hole’s transformation into a white hole means for our understanding of not just the fabric of space and time, but also of the theory of everything.

Stuart Atkinson Seasoned astronomer

Stuart provides the tutorials and observing tips and tricks you have to try out this season. His observer's guide to the night sky begins over on page 74.