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.