Earth's Moon: Formation, Composition and Orbit
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Sturgeon supermoon lights up skies around the world (photos)
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Take a look at these stunning Full Sturgeon Moon photos from around the world. The first of two supermoons this month did not disappoint.
How to photograph a supermoon
By Tom Ormerod last updated
Learn how to compose the perfect supermoon photo in time for the next one.
August full moon guide 2023: The Full Sturgeon Moon makes a close pass to Saturn
By Jesse Emspak last updated
Reference The Full Sturgeon Moon of August 2023 is the first of two full moons this month and will be close to Saturn in the night sky. Here's our guide on how to see it and when.
Stay up late and see the half-lit moon in its last quarter phase tonight
By Brett Tingley published
The moon reaches its third-quarter phase on July 9, appearing half-lit in the morning skies before setting shortly after midday.
Where was the sun? Here's why astronomers are more useful in court cases than you'd think
By Brad E Tucker published
Evidence in a court room often requires an expert to explain it – Expert astronomers usually are not what one pictures in court, but that is exactly what I do.
July full moon 2023: See the Buck Moon, 1st supermoon of the year, shine with 4 planets
By Jesse Emspak last updated
The July full moon, also known as the Full Buck Moon, occurs on the morning of July 3 at 7:39 a.m. ET (1139 GMT).
Use the dark new moon of June to see 5 visible planets in the sky tonight
By Samantha Mathewson published
The new moon phase officially occurs on June 18 at 12:38 a.m. EDT (0438 GMT). During this phase, the moon will not be visible, making it a great night for skywatching.
Catch a glimpse of the half-lit moon in its third quarter phase today
By Brett Tingley published
The third quarter phase marks the halfway point between the full moon and the next new moon which will occur on June 18.
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