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AIR AND SPACE September 9, 2023

Green comet to streak across Earth skies for first time in centuries

A comet will pass by Earth for the first time in more than 400 years, with people in the Northern Hemisphere likely able to catch a glimpse of it on Sept. 12.

Astronomy August 17, 2023

How to spot the Capricornus constellation, the sea goat figure in the night sky

The Capricornus constellation is often thought to represent a sea goat figure. It is best seen in September or October, and a telescope is recommended.

NASA August 16, 2023

Ring of fire eclipse will cross the western US this October: What to know

Multiple states across the country will see a "ring of fire" eclipse on October 14, 2023. NASA says the next annular eclipse will begin in Oregon and end in Texas.

Asteroids August 11, 2023

Perseid meteor shower peaks this weekend with ideal conditions

The Perseid meteor shower will peak late Saturday, NASA says. Viewing conditions will be ideal for skywatchers this year, and this year's moon will be a waning crescent.

Astronomy August 10, 2023

Webb reveals colors, features of most distant star ever detected

Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope looked at Earendel, the farthest star ever detected, following previous observations from NASA's Hubble Space Telescope.

VIDEO August 9, 2023

Space object lights up sky in rare video

An object was seen lighting up the sky in Melbourne, Australia, on Monday, August 7. The Australian Space Agency said the sighting was likely the remains of a Russian rocket.

Sun August 9, 2023

Sun emits highest-energy light ever observed, scientists say

A new study from international researchers detailed the discovery of the highest-energy light ever observed from the sun, including surprisingly bright gamma rays.

NASA August 8, 2023

Webb Space Telescope captures mysterious 'question mark' in shot of forming stars

A cosmic question mark was captured in a recently-released image from the James Webb Space Telescope, raising questions itself. Scientists say it could be a distant galaxy.

Astronomy August 8, 2023

Stargazing: Spot stars in the night sky with these tips

There is a little bit of technique and preparation involved when it comes to stargazing. Camping will offer a star-filled sky experience throughout a clear night.

VIDEO August 7, 2023

Pink and green sky shines over Canada

An aurora was visible on Friday, August 4, in the starry sky over Ottawa, Canada. Watch as a time-lapse video captured by Andrea Girones shows the night sky in hues of pink, green and purple. “A little aurora time lapse from last night," she wrote.

NASA August 5, 2023

NASA reestablishes contact with Voyager 2 spacecraft after weeks of silence

After weeks of silence following a mistake, NASA scientists say they've restored full communications with the agency's Voyager 2 spacecraft, located billions of miles away.