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Comet ATLAS (C/2024 G3) over Mexico

Astronomy & Observing News

Comet ATLAS (C/2024 G3) — Catch it if You Can

Grab your binoculars for a chance to see Comet ATLAS as it plunges toward perihelion.

Mars and Olympus Mons

Astronomy & Observing News

Mars Extravaganza — Occultation and Opposition Rolled into One!

Mars is big and bright again! In a spectacular preview to its upcoming opposition, the full Moon occults the Red Planet on January 13th.

Quadrantid shower

Astronomy & Observing News

Watch Quadrantid Meteors Fly and the Moon Occult Saturn

The annual Quadrantid meteor shower kicks off the new year under moonless skies. European observers will see the Saturn occultation in person; the rest of us via livestream.

Comet C/2024 G3

Astronomy & Observing News

Comet ATLAS (C/2024 G3) Kicks off the New Year — What to Expect

The Southern Hemisphere should get a good show of Comet ATLAS (C/2024 G3). Mid-northern latitude observers not so much.

Geminid in moonlight

Astronomy & Observing News

Don't Let the Bright Moon Ruin Your Geminids

Strategies for making the most of this week's Moon-soaked Geminid meteor shower.

Jupiter outbreaks

Astronomy & Observing News

You're Invited to Jupiter's Big, Bright Opposition Bash

Don't let the cold keep you inside — Jupiter beckons with a brand new storm!

Observing with 20-inch Dob

Celestial Objects to Observe

Hunting Dwarf Galaxies in the Sooner State

A dark-sky quest leads to encounters with two Milky Way companion galaxies and other dim delectables.

Spica reappearance Chicago

Celestial News & Events

Watch the Moon Occult the Pleiades, Spica too!

The Moon crosses the Pleiades this week, then heads east for the year's most dramatic Spica occultation.

PG 1634+706 quasar

Astronomy & Observing News

Find a Quasar in the Sky Tonight and Time Travel to the Early Universe

Travel to the faraway and long ago by riding a quasar's beam.

C/2023 A3 with ion tail Oct. 19

Astronomy & Observing News

Grab Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS by the Tail

We check in with the brightest comet of the year and see what's next, plus an update on Comet ATLAS (C/2024 S1), which still shows signs of life.

C/2023 A3 Oct 13

Astronomy & Observing News

Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS Climbs, Brightens and Delights!

Treat yourself to a comet bright enough to see plainly even in moonlight. Tsuchinshan-ATLAS beckons at dusk!

C/2023 A3 Sept 30, 2024

Astronomy & Observing News

Get Ready for Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS — The Best Is Yet to Come!

Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS has delighted observers already, but its morning run was only a warm-up — wait till you see what's coming.

Coronal aurora Oct 8, 2024

Astronomy & Observing News

Severe Geomagnetic Storm Triggers Widespread Aurora October 10-11

The aurora may be visible across much of the U.S. tonight in the wake of dual solar blasts.

Auroral rays

Astronomy & Observing News

Second Chance: Solar Flare Might Spark Aurora Friday and Saturday Night

An updated forecast predicts observers across the northern and central U.S. may see the aurora two nights in a row — on Oct. 4th and 5th — in the wake of one of the Sun's most powerful flares this solar cycle.

Saturn edgewise

Celestial News & Events

See Mutual Events, Close Approaches of Saturn's Moons

As Saturn's rings narrow, now's the time for its moons to shine.

Partial lunar eclipse

Astronomy & Observing News

Harvest Moon Takes a Quick Dip in Earth's Shadow for a Partial Lunar Eclipse

September's partial lunar eclipse will be the first and only time the Moon ducks into Earth's umbral shadow in 2024. The Moon also occults Saturn and hides members of the Pleiades this month.

C/2023 A3 Sept 15

Astronomy & Observing News

Update: Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS Might Outshine Predictions

A new brightness forecast for Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS whets our hopes for a fine appearance in late September and early October.

ISS full pass

Astronomy & Observing News

Flight into Darkness — Observe the International Space Station in Earth's Shadow

Did you know you can see the International Space Station even when it's in Earth's shadow? We explore possible reasons why.

C/2023 A3 from Namibia

Astronomy & Observing News

Status Report and Expectations for Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS

Is Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS falling apart? How bright will it likely get? We try to answer those questions and more.

Perseid aurora

Celestial News & Events

Tonight's Perseid Meteor Shower May Be Dipped in Aurora Sauce

The Perseids peak on Sunday night, August 11-12 and just might be joined by a colorful display of northern lights. 

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