Dutch celestial cartographer Wil Tirion, who created two landmark star atlases used worldwide by amateur astronomers, died July 5. He was 81 years old. Tirion’s most popular work, Sky Atlas 2000.0, ...

With the new year just around the corner, 2026 is filled with a vibrant lineup of astronomical events that will offer unforgettable viewing for skywatchers throughout the year. From dazzling meteor ...

pt. I. Astronomy in art -- Monet and Turner, masters of sea and sky -- Vincent van Gogh and starry skies over France -- Edvard Munch : mysterious skies in Norway -- Yosemite moonrises and moonbows -- ...

Gaze skyward, Texas! March unfolds a celestial spectacle, brimming with cosmic wonders. In the coming weeks, a trio of celestial marvels will grace our skies, including a total lunar eclipse, partial ...

The orbits of the planets around the sun have been the source for many a scientific debate. Their current orbital properties are well understood but the planetary orbits have evolved and changed since ...

Meteor showers. Supermoons. Planetary alignments. Black moons. The Milky Way. The northern lights. Partial solar eclipses. "Pinwheels" in the sky. The year 2025 was a great one for astronomy, and 2026 ...

SEATTLE — While the winter and early parts of spring are not ideal times to see the sky in the Pacific Northwest, western Washington residents have an abundance of astronomical events to keep an eye ...

India embarks on a journey to expand its celestial horizons through investments in advanced telescopes and observatories. This strategic shift highlights India's growing influence in the realm of ...

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