Millions could see a rare sunset during the total solar eclipse on Aug. 12, 2026. Here’s where to look
Plan now to be in the right place at the right time for an unforgettable show.
Closer every day: A spectacular 30-day collage of the Venus-Jupiter conjunction (photo)
Venus appeared to move closer to Jupiter in Earth's sky, as the two planets drifted farther apart in space.
My quiet obsession with satellites — and how they’re ruining everything
From ruined photos to vanishing darkness, satellites are transforming the night sky — and not always for the better.
Don’t miss this beautiful 3-planet parade after sunset tonight — it won’t last long
Mercury, Venus and Jupiter will form a striking 3-planet parade low above the western horizon after sunset tonight (June 12), offering a brief but beautiful show.
Grab our best telescope for beginners with $100 off the Celestron NexStar 4SE
Celestron's iconic orange NexStar series is on sale on Amazon and includes the smallest of the set, the NexStar 4SE, a perfect first telescope for new stargazers. It has a 4-inch aperture and go-to technology for easily finding night sky objects.
Why do stars appear different colors in the night sky?
Discover why some stars shine blue, white, orange or red and what those colors tell us about the cosmos.
Jupiter and Venus looked spectacular in this week’s planetary conjunction. Here are our favorite photos
Venus and Jupiter passed close to one another, setting the stage for a captivating planetary photoshoot.
Annular solar eclipse 2027: everything you need to know about the ‘ring of fire’ on Feb. 6
Here's where and when to see the 'ring of fire' annular solar eclipse on Feb. 6, 2027
Don’t miss the moon and Saturn put on a spectacular show before sunrise June 10
Set your alarm for June 10 as Saturn shines beside a bright crescent moon in the predawn sky.
Watch the Jupiter-Venus conjunction unfold live online today
The livestream begins at 3:30 p.m. (1930 GMT) on June 9.