Moon in Broad Daylight: Here's Why We Can Sometimes See Earth's Natural Satellite in the Daytime Sky

SPACE 05.30.2024 06:08 AM

Though the Moon is usually associated with nighttime, it is actually frequently visible during the day. Read to learn more.

Cosmic Couple: Moon, Jupiter To Kiss in Night Sky of Valentine's Day

02.14.2024 00:00 AM

On the evening of Valentine's Day, a cosmic couple consisting of the Moon and Jupiter will be visible in the night sky. Read to learn more.

Mesmerizing Footage Captures Fiery Demise of Over 3-Feet Asteroid Racing Across the Night Sky

01.23.2024 05:13 AM

Just hours before its explosive display over Berlin, scientists identified a near-Earth asteroid, marking the eighth-ever instance of pre-detection in history. Continue reading to learn more details.

Ancient Star Map: 3,000-Year-Old Stone Disk From Italy Could Be Representation of Night Sky Used As Guide in Agriculture

01.23.2024 03:00 AM

A 3,000-year-old stone disk covered with markings is believed to be an ancient celestial map representing the brightest stars in the night sky. Find out more about it in this article.

Moon's Da Vinci Glow: Here's When and How To Watch It This Week

11.13.2023 22:22 PM

This week, the Moon's Da Vinci Glow may be viewed with the naked eye or with a pair of binoculars. Read to learn more.

Lost Stars? Three Stellar Bodies That Disappeared From the Sky 70 Years Ago Still Haven't Been Found

10.25.2023 23:56 PM

Several hypotheses could explain the disappearance of these lost stars, though further observations need to be done in order to confirm the exact reason. Read to learn more.

Hunter's Moon: How to Catch a Glimpse of This Celestial Delight in the Sky This Week?

10.23.2023 06:32 AM

This week, the Hunter's Moon shines brightly in the night sky, offering a beautiful lunar display for all to see. Continue reading to learn how to observe it.

Orionid Meteor Shower Peak and More: Here's What To Look Expect in the Night Sky This Week

10.15.2023 21:54 PM

The annual Orionid meteor shower will be peaking from October 21 to 22. Read to learn more. The highlight of last week was the annular "ring of fire" solar eclipse.

Facing Noctalgia: The Pain of Losing the Night Sky to Light Pollution

09.27.2023 05:24 AM

"Noctalgia" reflects the modern concern over the diminishing darkness in the night sky, impacting humans and nature. Continue reading to learn more about this saddening phenomenon.

Crescent Moon, Earthshine, and More: Here's What To Look Forward to in the Night Sky This Week

09.10.2023 23:52 PM

"Moongazing" this week will be ideal as the Moon will be in its crescent phase. Read to find out what's in store in the night sky this week.

From the Start of Perseids Meteor Shower to Views of the Crescent Moon Close to Different Planets: Here Are Some Night Sky Events This Week

07.17.2023 07:36 AM

The Perseids Meteor Shower, which starts this week, will continue until August 24 and will peak on August 12 to 13. Read to learn more.

Night Sky Events for July 10-16, 2023; Venus, Mercury, Manhattanhenge, and More

07.10.2023 06:48 AM

The Manhattanhenge sunset only happens for two days in May and two in July. Read to learn more. The night sky is clouded with events from July 10 to 16, with six major events starting with the moon of the Last Quarter phase to Venus sinking from Regulus.

Vibrant Green Aurora-Like Streaks of Light Illuminating the Night Sky Could Become More Common as the Sun’s Activity Continues to Ramp Up

06.30.2023 06:09 AM

Check out the rare aurora-like streaks captured in a mountain range in the US, a rare occurrence that may signal solar maximum may happen by the end of the year instead in 2025.

Star Parties Help Amateur Astronomers Observe Light-Polluted Skies; What Exactly Are These Events?

06.25.2023 02:15 AM

Several amateur astronomers travel thousands of miles just to participate in star parties. Read to learn more.

Summer Solstice 2023: Venus, Mars, Crescent Moon Will Appear in the Night Sky This Week

06.19.2023 08:30 AM

Venus and Mars will make an appearance in the night sky along with the crescent moon. Read more to know what to expect this summer solstice.

Earth's Noctilucent Clouds Return; Here's How To Spot the Driest, Coldest, Rarest, Highest Clouds on the Planet

06.05.2023 22:16 PM

The peak season for viewing noctilucent clouds is when summer solstice in June takes place up. This season goes on until the end of July. Read to learn more.

Northern Lights' Surprise: Strange Spiral Appears in the Alaska Night Sky Amid Auroras; What Caused This Odd Glow?

04.17.2023 21:42 PM

A strange spiral was observed looming over the aurora-filled Alaskan night sky last Saturday. Read to learn more.

Bizarre UFO-like Red Light Halo Appears in the Night Sky in Italy; What Is This Mysterious Disk?

04.04.2023 23:51 PM

The red light halo flashed and faded in a span of milliseconds in the night sky in Italy. Read to learn more details.

From Mercury's Peak to Lyrid Meteor Shower: Here's What You Should Add to Your Sky Viewing Watchlist This April 2023

04.02.2023 21:55 PM

Look out for these sky viewing events this April 2023. Read to learn more. This April 2023, sky viewers are in for a treat, as several cosmic events are lining up.

Jupiter-Venus Conjunction Set To Happen Tonight; Here's How To Spot These Two Planets Together

03.01.2023 20:51 PM

Skygazers are in for a spectacular view as the Jupiter-Venus conjunction is set to happen soon. Read to learn more.

Light Pollution Makes Night Sky 10% Brighter Each Year; How Does ALAN Worsen This Problem?

01.19.2023 20:24 PM

Reports have underestimated how bright the night sky gets each year because of light pollution. Read to know more about these recent findings.