Astronomers in the UAE have issued a public safety advisory ahead of the expected Ramadan crescent sighting on Tuesday, February 17, warning residents not to attempt viewing the moon through ...

On Episode 197 of This Week In Space, Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik talk with Aarti Holla-Maini and Rick Jenet about the ...

Recent observations suggest that 'runaway' black holes are tumbling through the cosmos. Building on decades of theory, the discovery adds a remarkable new chapter to the story of the universe.

Explore a hidden Atlanta gem where you can see a real Apollo spacecraft and enjoy an immersive planetarium experience, all without spending a dime ...

UAE astronomers have issued a stark warning against observing the Ramadan crescent on February 17, 2026, due to extreme ...

WASHINGTON, Feb 14 (Reuters) - Astronomers have observed a planetary system that challenges current planet formation theories, with a rocky planet that formed beyond the orbits of its gaseous ...

Earth's shadow has two main regions: the outer shadow, called the penumbra, and the inner shadow, known as the umbra. The ...

Since the 1990s, astronomers have found a handful of other dwarf planets in the belt, such as Eris and Sedna, along with ...

Wausau Pilot & Review The night sky this week rewards patience, darkness and careful timing. A rare stretch of moonless evenings brings one of the ...

An annular solar eclipse, also known as a "ring of fire" eclipse, occurs on Feb. 17, but will only be viewable on one continent south of the equator.

The next-generation spacesuit for NASA's Artemis III mission continues to advance by passing a contractor-led technical ...

A rare total lunar eclipse — often called a Blood Moon — will be visible in the early morning hours of March 3, 2026. Here’s what East Coast skywatchers need to know.