Here are the peak dates of the 2026 meteor showers. Jan. 2-3: Quadrantid meteor shower: Quadrantids are known for their short ...

Both of Friday’s Astronomical Unit lectures are related to celestial phenomena not discernible to human senses. David ...

This month will bring some striking celestial sights, including one of the year’s best meteor showers and a glowing ...

This month, the Earth will be passing through the trail of debris ejected by the asteroid 3200 Phaethon, setting forth the ...

A supermoon occurs when a full moon aligns with its closest proximity to Earth, resulting in a larger and brighter appearance than usual. The phenomenon is not a rare occurrence, but its visual impact ...

Many mysteries in art, history and literature can be solved using "forensic" astronomy, including calculating phases of the Moon, determining the positions of the planets and stars, and identifying ...

All 88 internationally recognised constellations have European origins. But First Nations astronomy tells older, beautiful ...

The members of the CSUN Astronomy Club share a passion for anything and everything celestial and host numerous activities that engage the whole CSUN community, from movie nights to discussions. “I ...

Astronomy studies celestial objects and phenomena beyond Earth. Astronomy degrees offer specializations like cosmology, planetary science, and stellar astrophysics. Astronomers use telescopes, math, ...

In this Python physics tutorial, I show you how to draw the celestial sphere using Web VPython! Explore the stars, constellations, and the fundamental concepts behind the celestial coordinate system ...

An online observatory will webcast a free celestial marathon on Saturday (Oct. 20) to mark Astronomy Day, telling the story of our universe with the help of live shots from professional-quality ...

Choose a telescope easy for a child to set up and use. Select a durable telescope that can withstand rough handling. Consider a simple telescope; complex ones can be discouraging. Prioritize a ...