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Celestron AstroFi Telescope

These galactic UK telescope deals will save you up to £50

By Alexander Cox published

If you're a UK-based astronomer then you're in luck as there's up to £50 in some of the best telescope deals available today.

Full moon in sky with flock of geese flying across the image.

Worm Moon 2022: March full moon shines with planet trio

By Jesse Emspak published

Reference March 2022 full moon observer's guide. Everything you need to know about this year's "Worm Moon" and the planetary trio it will share the sky with.

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Nikon Z5 camera product shot

Nikon Z5 review

By Jason Parnell-Brookes published

Nikon Z5 Review An ideal all-rounder, the Nikon Z5 is a great mirrorless camera for beginners that don’t want to break the bank

Nikon Z5 Review
Illustration of Hyades star cluster in night sky

Spot the Hyades star cluster near Taurus constellation tonight. Here's where to look.

By Samantha Mathewson published

Look up tonight (March 15) to see the Hyades star cluster light up the Taurus constellation in the night sky.

A still from an animation showing asteroid 2022 EB5 that was spotted shortly before impacting Earth's atmosphere.

Asteroid spotted just before hitting Earth's atmosphere wows astronomers

By Chelsea Gohd published

This weekend, an astronomer spotted a small asteroid just hours before the space rock crashed into Earth's atmosphere and met its fiery demise.

New research confirms how particles from space can be sent careening down into Earth’s atmosphere to create the aurora, filling in a missing piece in how this stunning natural phenomenon is generated.

Why are we seeing more northern lights this year?

By Sandra C Chapman published

In 2022, we have seen spectacular polar lights displays in the sky above the U.K., visible form many more places than is usual.

The northern lights shimmered in the night sky over Tromsø, Norway, on Jan. 9, 2014, after a coronal mass ejection arrived in near-Earth space, following a two-day journey from the sun.

Northern lights (aurora borealis): What they are & how to see them

By Stefanie Waldek published

REFERENCE Learn all about the northern lights, including the science behind their colors, the display's ancient history and how to see the phenomenon.

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This NASA graphic offers an introduction to the constellations visible in the Northern Hemisphere.

Can you really purchase and name a star?

By Joe Rao published

Some companies make money out of 'selling stars', or rather selling opportunities to name them, perhaps as a gift to a loved one. But is it really worth the money?

Venus and Mars will shine near each other in the predawn sky on March 12, 2022. Here's where to look.

See Venus and Mars pair up in the early morning sky Saturday

By Samantha Mathewson published

Venus will meet up with Mars in the very early morning sky on Saturday (March 12). Here’s how you can catch the planetary duo.

March is a month of transition, as we change seasons from winter to spring. Here's some strange things to see in the night sky.

March night sky wonders: Strange sights to see every year

By Joe Rao published

Reference A look into the March night sky for some sky objects with unusual solar system planets, stars and constellations.

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The moon is passing through the constellation Taurus the week of March 10, 2022 as seen in this Stellarium sky map.

Watch the moon cross Taurus the Bull in the night sky this week

By Elizabeth Howell published

The moon will pass by the Seven Sisters and other famous parts of Taurus as it crosses through the constellation this week.

Prices for binoculars are going up. Here's when to consider buying a pair and how to save.

Best time to buy binoculars and save

By Jamie Carter published

Prices for binoculars are going up. Here's when to consider buying a pair and how to save.

MacBook Pro 16-inch held up in one hand

MacBook Pro 16-inch (2021) review

By Lloyd Coombes published

Apple’s MacBook Pro 16-inch offers desktop-class performance in a laptop, and fixes many issues we had with prior models.

Orion the Hunter illustrated against a photograph of the sky at twilight

Tour Orion the Hunter as we visit a constellation icon

By Joe Rao published

A look at the constellation of Orion: its history, shape and position

Image shows some Samsung camera phones

Best camera phone 2022: Smartphones with stargazing capabilities

By Jamie Carter published

Buying guide Our recommended camera phones for anyone looking to rely on a smartphone for photos and video.

Buying guide
The August full moon is known as the Sturgeon Moon and will become full on Aug. 11 at 9:35 p.m. EDT (0101 GMT).

August full moon 2022 guide: The Sturgeon Moon

By Jesse Emspak published

Reference August's Full Sturgeon Moon will appear full on Aug. 11 at 9:35 p.m. EDT (0101 GMT). The moon will then make a close pass by Saturn the same night.

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Get the biggest bang for your buck with these five money saving tips when buying a telescope

5 money-saving tips for buying a telescope

By Tom Kerss published

Get the biggest bang for your buck with these five money saving tips when buying a telescope

Astrophotographer Anthony Lynch sent in this photo of the Harvest Moon, September 2013, taken at Phoenix Park in Dublin, Ireland.

Harvest Moon 2022: When and how to see September's full moon

By Jesse Emspak published

Reference The full moon of September 2022 also carries the title of the Harvest Moon for those living in the Northern Hemisphere.

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The moon, Mercury and Saturn all meet up in the sky on Feb. 28, 2022. Also visible are Venus and Mars.

The moon meets up with Mercury and Saturn early Monday morning

By Elizabeth Howell published

You may be able to watch the moon cluster up with ringed Saturn and fleeting Mercury on Monday (Feb. 28), but it will be a considerable challenge.

The moon, Venus and Mars as seen from New York City at 6:30 a.m. local time Sunday, Feb. 27.

See the moon align with Venus and Mars in Sunday's morning sky

By Elizabeth Howell published

The trio is easily visible with the naked eye.