Dwarf nova ilustration

Astronomy & Observing News

T Coronae Borealis Isn't the Only Star Ready to Blow — Meet U Gem

As we wait on recurrent nova T CrB, dwarf nova U Geminorum is teeing up for its next 8-magnitude outburst.

T CrB map

Astronomy & Observing News

Is the "Blaze Star" About to Blow? You May Be the First to Know

T Coronae Borealis is a nova star that's due to suddenly — and briefly — brighten. Here's how to see this once-in-a-lifetime event.