Whether you enjoy it or not, the sun is setting earlier but the fading light is not all doom and gloom. Longer nights mean more time to look up at the stars and take in the beauty of the cosmos. As we ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Observing the night sky can be done with no special equipment, although a sky map can be very ...

This week on Star Watch you will be able to see multiple planets in the night sky and the big and little dipper constellations. Friday, June 28, at 11 PM you will be able to see 2 planets in the sky.

The launch of SpaceX's Starlink satellite constellation in 2019 dramatically increased the brightness of the night sky due to the high reflectivity of the satellites, impacting astronomical ...

This week on Star Watch, you’ll be able to see some signature constellations as well as a few planets in the night sky. Let’s start off with Feb. 25: Just after the sun sets and the stars come out, ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. An illustration of the new moon of May 2025 near the sun on May 27. | Credit: Chris ...

Since becoming a parent, one of my favorite domestic tasks is taking out the bins on trash night. Not only are the blast of fresh air, the sudden darkness and the sigh of suburban quiet a welcome ...

From Andromeda to Ursa Major, these cosmic landmarks dominate the sky. Learning how to spot them will turn you into a star gazer. The Andromeda constellation, also known as the Chained Maiden, is seen ...

In November the bright winter constellations begin their grand entry into the evening sky. Leading the parade is Jupiter, the brilliant orb low in the east at nightfall. Of the brightest stars in the ...