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Phases of a lunar eclipse showing the moon turn progressively red.

Lunar eclipse calendar 2026: When and where to see the next lunar eclipse

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Reference There are two lunar eclipses in 2025. Our guide tells you how you can see them and when the next lunar eclipse will occur.

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during a total solar eclipse the sun appears as a dark spot with bright white light beaming out from behind. A series of phases surround the main eclipse image, showing the moon take a progressively bigger "bite" out of the sun.

What is a solar eclipse?

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Reference A solar eclipse occurs when the moon positions itself between Earth and the sun, casting a shadow over Earth. We explore the type of solar eclipses here.

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The image shows a sky full of shooting stars above a tree and a lone person.

Meteor showers 2026: When, where and how to see the best 'shooting stars' of the year

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Reference Find out when you can catch the best meteor showers this year with our 2026 meteor shower calendar.

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Annular solar eclipse 2026: Everything you need to know about the 'ring of fire'

By Jamie Carter last updated

Reference The next annular solar eclipse will occur on Feb. 17, 2026.

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The swirling mass of interstellar dust and gas that forms the Orion Nebula is pictured glowing against the blackness of space. A collection of particularly bright stars are visible in the center of the nebula, surrounded by a radiation-sculpted cavity.

This stunning Orion Nebula photo will make you want to grab a telescope this week

By Anthony Wood published

The Orion Nebula is the closest large star-forming region, located within the Milky Way just 1,500 light-years from Earth.

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Hands holding the Canon 12x36 IS III binoculars with waves in the background.

Get a huge 25% off these Canon image-stabilized binoculars — one of our favorites for stargazing under the new moon

By Harry Bennett published

Deals The Canon 12x36 IS III binoculars are a great pair of image-stabilized optics that allow for shake-free observation of stars, nebulas and star clusters. They are now only $656 from Amazon.

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sun setting above Stonehenge - a large circular stone monument

The summer solstice: What is it and when does it occur?

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Reference The summer solstice marks the start of astronomical summer and the longest day of the year. Here we explore when the summer solstice occurs and why.

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An image of low Earth orbit captured from the International Space Station, showing the curve of Earth at the bottom of the screen with the black of space beyond. The outer hull of the station is visible at the bottom of the screen, as are solar panels.

Astronaut on ISS captures spectacular orbital video of zodiacal light, auroras and the Pleiades

By Anthony Wood published

Kimiya Yui released the timelapse footage to celebrate his 300th cumulative day spent orbiting Earth.

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Aurora chaser catches a fox basking in the glow of Finland's legendary 'fox fires' (photos)

By Daisy Dobrijevic published

A magical encounter in northern Finland blends ancient folklore, swirling auroras and an unexpectedly curious fox.

Auroras
A star map shows labeled stars like Betelgeuse with an orange circle around the dot labeled Jupiter and a boxout to the left of the image showing a close up of the planet Jupiter in space surrounded by a white box

Jupiter is at its best and brightest of 2026 tonight! Here's what to expect as the gas giant reaches opposition

By Anthony Wood published

Jupiter reaches opposition overnight on Jan. 10, when it appears its brightest in 2026 opposite the sun in Earth's sky.

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