Latest about Stargazing
New moon of May 2026 brings stunning views of the Milky Way, Venus and Mars
See dazzling planets, the Milky Way and a trio of celestial animals brightening the spring sky around May's new moon.
Best telescopes 2026: View planets, stars and galaxies
Buying Guide These are the best telescopes for stargazing, with top models from Celestron, Unistellar and ZWO. Grab one for the Blue Moon on May 31.
4 bright stars form a giant 'diamond' in the May night sky: Here's how to find it
Look for the Great Diamond of Spring in May's night sky and discover the rich realm of galaxies within.
Geomagnetic storm could spark northern lights as far south as Michigan and Maine May 15-17
A fast stream of solar wind could trigger G1 geomagnetic storm conditions overnight, boosting aurora chances across parts of the northern U.S.
What's that bright light after sunset? Venus is dazzling the evening sky right now
As dazzling Venus dominates the evening sky, May is the perfect moment to start a months-long love affair with the brightest planet.
Astrophotographer captures remarkable view of galactic 'Eyes' with backyard telescope
The string of galaxies is just a small part of the colossal Virgo Galaxy Cluster
Don't miss Mars, Saturn and the moon form a cosmic triangle before dawn on May 14
The razor-thin crescent moon meets Saturn and Mars in the glow of the rising sun on May 14.
Sun unleashes colossal solar flare and coronal mass ejection, raising the chances of northern lights tonight
An M5.7 solar flare triggered radio blackouts over the Atlantic.
