Stargazing
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What's that bright 'star' in the early morning sky? It's not a star at all!By Joe Rao Published -
NewsI finally got my hands on the Unistellar Envision smart binoculars with augmented reality and I can’t wait to stargaze with themBy Harry Bennett Published -
You can see another galaxy with the naked eye — here's how to find itBy Jamie Carter Published -
Northern lights could reach New York and Idaho this weekend as speedy solar wind races toward EarthBy Daisy Dobrijevic Published -
DealsRealistic star projections at home — this early Black Friday deal takes our favorite star projector to one of its cheapest-ever pricesBy Paul Brett Published -
DealsEarly Black Friday beginner telescope deal — this portable Celestron is now 25% off at AmazonBy Harry Bennett Published -
ReferenceLeonid meteor shower 2026 — When and how to see November's shooting starsBy Daisy Dobrijevic Last updated
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Astrophotography
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The universe in the eye of a telescope | Space photo of the day for Oct. 29, 2026By Anthony Wood Published -
13 terrifyingly beautiful images from space to get you in the Halloween spiritBy Daisy Dobrijevic Last updated3 Comments -
Astronaut captures mesmerizing auroras with iPhone from ISS | Space photo of the day for Oct. 13, 2026By Anthony Wood Published -
Astrophotographer captures 110 galaxies, star clusters and nebulas in stunning 352-hour mosaic (photo)By Anthony Wood Published2 Comments -
The Milky Way glows over telescopes in the Atacama Desert | Space photo of the day for Oct. 9, 2026By Chelsea Gohd Published -
Perseid meteors meet mesmerizing star trails over Egypt's Western DesertBy Anthony Wood Published -
Astrophotographer captures jaw-dropping view of the Crescent NebulaBy Anthony Wood Published -
Mesmerizing plasma loops on the sun | Space photo of the day for Sept. 3, 2026By Daisy Dobrijevic Published2 Comments -
How much better is the Canon EOS R6 III than previous models for astrophotography?By Harry Bennett Published
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Auroras
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Northern lights could reach New York and Idaho this weekend as speedy solar wind races toward EarthBy Daisy Dobrijevic Published -
Guide7 best places to see the northern lights, according to an aurora chaserBy Daisy Dobrijevic Published -
Northern lights possible across the US tonight and over the weekend as 4 CMEs head for EarthBy Daisy Dobrijevic Last updated -
G2 geomagnetic storm watch issued as CME heads for Earth — northern lights possible across northern US Oct. 8-9By Daisy Dobrijevic Last updated3 Comments -
ReferenceNorthern lights (aurora borealis): What they are and how to see themBy Daisy Dobrijevic Last updated2 Comments -
Earth's hidden daytime auroras revealed from space | Space photo of the day for Oct. 2, 2026By Daisy Dobrijevic Published2 Comments -
Aurora season is back! Pilot captures spectacular northern lights from 37,000 ftBy Daisy Dobrijevic Published -
NOAA issues geomagnetic storm watch as CMEs head toward Earth — northern lights possible Aug. 27-28By Daisy Dobrijevic Last updated -
Could the northern lights be visible during the total solar eclipse on Aug. 12? Maybe.By Daisy Dobrijevic Published
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Constellations
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Watch out for the giant scorpion hiding in the summer skyBy Joe Rao Published -
4 epic myths hiding in the May sky — and how to find themBy Anthony Wood Published -
What constellation am I? A starry personality quizBy Kenna Hughes-Castleberry Published3 Comments -
Connect the dots: A constellation quizBy Kenna Hughes-Castleberry Published -
Stuck on Strands? Here are the constellations you need to know for today's star-themed puzzleBy Christina Hughes Published -
ReferenceAdhara: A bright gem in Canis MajorBy Daisy Dobrijevic Last updated -
ReferenceNebula: Definition, location and variantsBy Andrew May Last updated -
Will the constellations ever change?By Elizabeth Fernandez Published -
ReferenceCancer constellation: Facts about the crab in the zodiacBy Rebecca Sohn Last updated
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Eclipses
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The 2027 'eclipse of the century' will plunge real Star Wars filming locations into darknessBy Jamie Carter Last updated -
Stunning solar eclipse photos reveal giant hole and mysterious 'smoke rings' in the sun's atmosphereBy Tereza Pultarova Published -
The 2027 total solar eclipse will plunge these 10 ancient Egyptian temples and monuments into darknessBy Jamie Carter Published -
10 best places to see the 2027 total solar eclipse in SpainBy Jamie Carter Published -
10 incredible places to see the 2027 'eclipse of the century' — beyond LuxorBy Jamie Carter Published -
Why is the 2027 total solar eclipse being called the 'eclipse of the century'?By Jamie Carter Published -
8 things you need to know before booking the 2027 'eclipse of the century'By Jamie Carter Published -
Where will the 'eclipse of the century' be visible on Aug. 2, 2027?By Jamie Carter Last updated -
ReferenceTotal solar eclipse 2027 — Everything you need to know about the 'eclipse of the century'By Jamie Carter Last updated2 Comments
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Meteors & Meteor Showers
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ReferenceLeonid meteor shower 2026 — When and how to see November's shooting starsBy Daisy Dobrijevic Last updated -
ReferenceTaurid meteor shower 2026 — When, where and how to see blazing fireballsBy Daisy Dobrijevic Last updated -
The Taurid meteor shower peaks tonight — and fireballs could steal the showBy Anthony Wood Published3 Comments -
Planetary defense: How military and civil satellites are watching fireballs to help keep Earth safe from space rocksBy Leonard David Published2 Comments -
The Taurid meteor shower isn't much to look at. That's why I love itBy Jamie Carter Published -
Halley's Comet dazzles from afar in spectacular astrophoto of Orionid meteor showerBy Anthony Wood Published -
Orionid meteor shower peaks tonight: Here's the best time to spot shooting starsBy Anthony Wood Published -
The Orionid meteor shower peaks next week! Here's what to expectBy Anthony Wood Published -
How to see the Orionid meteor shower 2026 peak this week — and when to lookBy Joe Rao Published
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Skywatching Kit
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NewsI finally got my hands on the Unistellar Envision smart binoculars with augmented reality and I can’t wait to stargaze with themBy Harry Bennett Published -
DealsRealistic star projections at home — this early Black Friday deal takes our favorite star projector to one of its cheapest-ever pricesBy Paul Brett Published -
DealsEarly Black Friday beginner telescope deal — this portable Celestron is now 25% off at AmazonBy Harry Bennett Published -
Buying GuideBest smart telescopes 2026: Observe stars, galaxies and nebulas with easeBy Kimberley Lane Last updated -
Buying GuideBest telescopes 2026: Observe planets, stars and galaxiesBy Gemma Lavender Last updated -
Unistellar's Black Friday sale is back — get 20% off all their smart telescopesSpace Approved - Sponsored Offer Unistellar
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ReviewViltrox AF 35mm f/1.8 II EVO FE (APO) lens review — how good is this budget lens for astrophotography?By James Abbott Published -
DealsBlack Friday space deals 2026: telescopes, binoculars, cameras, Lego, streaming, drones and moreBy Jase Parnell-Brookes Last updated -
Review"A great budget lens for astrophotography, the sharpness produced at f/1.8 and f/2.8 is exactly what you want." Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 FE lens reviewBy James Abbott Published
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More about Stargazing
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ReferenceLeonid meteor shower 2026 — When and how to see November's shooting starsBy Daisy Dobrijevic Last updated -
ReferenceTaurid meteor shower 2026 — When, where and how to see blazing fireballsBy Daisy Dobrijevic Last updated -
Students gather to explore Hawaii's glorious night sky | Space photo of the day for Nov. 4, 2026By Chelsea Gohd Published
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