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December Podcast: Find the “Demon Star”
During December you can watch for some impressive shooting stars and spend some time with the “Demon Star,” which can’t decide how bright it wants to be. Bundle up, grab your curiosity, and head outdoors for this month’s fun and informative Sky Tour.
Lure of the Obscure — Andromeda's Parachute and Dracula's Chivito
Observers can't resist the challenge of seeking faint objects with curious names. We go deep and visit two — Andromeda's Parachute and Dracula's Chivito.
Double Solar Eruptions Spark Widespread Aurora
Last night's aurora painted the sky in reds, greens and even oranges. It's expected to return tonight!
November Podcast: Five Fascinating Stars
In this month’s Sky Tour astronomy podcast, we’ll watch two sets of shooting stars, spot some bright planets, point out a few late-autumn constellations, and put a spotlight on five fascinating stars.
Dip a Toe in the Orionid Meteor Stream on Oct. 20-21
Circumstances are ideal for watching debris from Halley's Comet set the morning sky ablaze.
Two Bright Comets Converge on Northern Hemisphere Skies
After a dearth of bright comets earlier this year, we look forward to an exciting month ahead.
October Podcast: Pegasus Leads the Way
Pegasus is a large, distinctive constellation that’s easy to spot. During October, you can use it — along with Saturn — to find some amazing celestial sights in their vicinity. Get all the details and lots more stargazing info by downloading this month’s Sky Tour podcast!
Last Call for a Remarkable Titan Shadow Transit
Titan joins its shadow for a "grand finale" this October.
September Podcast: Hello, Saturn!
September’s night sky features the iconic Summer Triangle, almost directly overhead at nightfall, and a newcomer to the evening sky: the planet Saturn, which will rise in the east not long after sunset. Get tips for viewing these and lots more stargazing info by downloading this month’s Sky Tour podcast!
The Mystery of Leslie Peltier's "Two Tiny Diamonds"
How a determined amateur astronomer may have hit on the identity of a Cepheid variable double star described by a beloved author.
August Podcast: Planets Dance at Dawn
Find out “what’s up” in the August sky. We’ll track down four planets before dawn; have some fun with New Moons; peek at some Perseids; and gaze at the center of our galaxy. So load up on the bug juice, and come along on this month’s Sky Tour.
Thumbs Up for the Delta Aquariid Meteor Shower
Meteor-watchers will be busy this month and next. Not only are the Southern Delta Aquariids peaking soon, but they get a boost from additional minor showers.
Rare Interstellar Comet Buzzes Solar System
A newfound comet from a remote star system may become bright enough to see in amateur telescopes this November.
July Podcast: Scorpius in the Spotlight
Let’s explore “what’s up” in the July sky. This month we’ll check on the planets' whereabouts, go on a "sat-seeing" tour, and chase down one of best know celestial critters: Scorpius. So grab your curiosity, and come along on this month’s Sky Tour episode.
Major Flare Could Spark Severe Geomagnetic Storm Sunday Night, June 1st
Tips for viewing tonight's hoped-for aurora whether your skies are clear or smoky.
June Podcast: A Month of Moonwatching
Let’s go on a 13-minute tour of “what’s up” in the June nighttime sky. This month we’ll celebrate the Sun’s solstice; follow the Moon through all its phases and close encounters; track down a couple of faint constellations; and shine a spotlight on the star Arcturus. So grab your curiosity, and come along on this month’s Sky Tour episode.
The Milky Way Returns to the Night Sky in a Tide of Starlight
The summertime Milky Way ascends in the east on May nights. Find a dark sky and let it take you away!
The Twisted Path to Unconfounding "Double Star" Messier 40
The story of Messier object No. 40 not only makes for a great yarn, but it also demonstrates the haphazard nature of scientific progress.
Meet Boötes, The Herdsman
Spring in the Northern Hemisphere is a prime time to go searching for Boötes, a constellation often referred to as “The Herdsman.”
"Cassini's Bright Spot" Beams at Full Moon
Rayed craters pepper the Moon especially around full. Cassini's Bright Spot is one of the most striking.
