There are many programs that detect near-Earth asteroids as part of countries' planetary defense strategies. In the case of ...

The new moon will see dark skies for the peak of the Orionid meteor shower, while three days will pass in front of the red ...

A new moon is when the moon shares the same celestial longitude as the sun; the two bodies are said to be in conjunction. This occurs about every 29.5 days. The exact moment of this months' new moon ...

Astronomy enthusiasts, mark September 21st on your calendars. Saturn will be at its closest and brightest, visible to the naked eye. NASA says Venus a ...

Mark your calendars for September 21, 2025, as Saturn will reach opposition, offering a spectacular view of the ringed planet. Earth will pass directl ...

The story of Australia and its peoples is vast and deep. It's one you should know, but possibly one you've never been told. Well, not like this anyway.

Each Monday, I pick out North America’s celestial highlights for the week ahead (which also apply to mid-northern latitudes in the Northern Hemisphere). Check my main feed for more in-depth articles ...

Look up for a possible meteor storm, a 'super' Harvest Moon, and telescopes should be aimed to the east at the end of October to potentially spot an alien comet in our sky. Eyes to the sky this month ...

The month is packed with skywatching highlights—including two galaxies visible to the naked eye and a rare glimpse of the innermost planet. A cormorant crosses the face of the full moon in ...

Comet Lemmon will be visible during October 2025 during the Orionid and Taurid meteor showers, creating a month of potential comets, "shooting stars" and fireballs. (2024's Comet 12P/Pons-Brooks is ...