Night Sky Pictures: Stargazer Photos of Stars and Planets
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Severe solar storm slams into Earth and sparks stunning auroras around the world (photos)
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
Dazzling aurora displays — triggered by a severe solar storm — have been seen around the world. We take a look at some of the best photos here.
Ethereal whirlpool of light grows into a giant, perfect spiral above Alaska. What was it?
By Harry Baker published
A mystifying swirl of light recently appeared in the night sky above Alaska, briefly outshining a vibrant auroral display.
Rare hybrid solar eclipse 2023 delights South Pacific skywatchers (photos)
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
A rare hybrid solar eclipse on April 20 was captured by skywatchers in the South Pacific. We take a look at some of the best photos and videos from the once-in-a-decade event.
Astrophotographer captures Vela supernova remnant in exquisite detail
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
Astrophotographer captures stunning image of Vela supernova remnant. The dramatic scene is located in the constellation Vela in the Southern Hemisphere sky.
See the moon turn blood red in this stunning lunar eclipse video
By Miguel Claro published
A new time lapse showcases the incredible view during a lunar eclipse, which will help us wait out the two-year drought until a new blood moon appears in our skies.
Skywatchers enjoy surprise auroras as strongest solar storm in years hits Earth (photos)
By Tereza Pultarova published
A surprise solar storm supercharged auroras across the U.S. and Europe last night (March 23), with sightings of the colorful displays reported from as far south as New Mexico and Arizona.
New moon glows with 'Earthshine' in incredible time-lapse photo series
By Miguel Claro published
The new moon glows in the sky above Turkey with the reflected light of Earth shining upon it in gorgeous photos by astrophotographer Miguel Claro.
Spot dwarf planet Ceres during the new moon tonight
By Robert Lea published
The dark skies of the new moon will offer skywatchers the chance to spot Ceres tonight (March 21), as the dwarf planet reaches opposition.
Full Worm Moon, the last full moon of winter 2023, looks stunning in photos from around the world
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
March's full moon looks stunning in these photographs from around the world. The Worm Moon is the last winter full moon for skywatchers in the Northern Hemisphere.
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