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Northern lights may be visible in 15 states Jan. 16-17

By Daisy Dobrijevic published

Auroras may be visible from Alaska to New York tonight as an incoming stream of speedy solar wind sets the stage for some potentially dazzling northern lights.

Auroras
A silhouette of a person stands in front of a green flashlight beam on the edge of a lake with trees and hills in the distance all underneath a dark blue starry sky.

Bundle up and look up: 5 winter sky wonders every stargazer should look out for

By Joe Rao published

From Orion's glowing nebula to the sparkling Pleiades, these winter targets reward anyone willing to brave the cold.

Stargazing
Woman using a solar telescope to look at the sun safely

Best solar telescopes 2026: Safely observe sun spots and solar eclipses

By Chris McMullen last updated

The best solar telescopes suitable for the next solar eclipse.

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What is a blood moon and when can you see the next one in 2026?

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Reference A blood moon, or total lunar eclipse, turns the moon red — here's what causes it and when to see the next one

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Image of a full moon with a blue hue for artistic effect. The moon doesn't turn blue during a "Blue Moon".

What is a Blue Moon and when can you see the next one in 2026?

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Reference A Blue Moon is a rare occurrence that depends on the timings of full moons during the year. The moon is not blue during a Blue Moon.

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Lyrid meteor shower streaks across the sky with silhouetted trees in the foreground and the milky way stretching across the night sky in the background

Lyrid meteor shower 2026: When, where & how to see it

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Reference The best time to view the Lyrids this year will be early morning on April 22.

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Dark knots of interstellar dust are pictured blocking the light of more distant stars in a deep-space image. A knot of material to the lower left appears to take the form of a giraffe running left to right against the starfield beyond.

Giraffe in space? Eerie dark nebula takes on an uncanny shape (photo)

By Anthony Wood published

The shadow nebula LDN 1245 is located in the constellation Cassiopeia.

Astrophotography
Two children in bed placing their finger on a star projector

Best star projectors for kids: Night-lights and ambient toys to soothe young space fans

By Tantse Walter last updated

Buying Guide Here are the best star projectors to enjoy a night-sky experience from the comfort of your couch. The prices are often reduced, so keep your eyes open.

Buying Guide
a large supermoon is partially hidden by a rocky mountain, the moon appears large and slightly orange.

What is a supermoon and when can you see the next one in 2026?

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Reference Learn what makes a supermoon unique, how it impacts the moon's brightness, and when you can catch the next one in our ultimate supermoon guide.

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Woman with one of the best telescopes for deep space looking at the night sky

Best telescopes for deep space 2026: View the universe in breathtaking detail

By Tom Kerss last updated

Buying Guide Here are the best telescopes for deep space — gaze far into the night sky and survey the cosmos in impressive detail.

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