The Vera C. Rubin Observatory has started releasing its first discoveries: including supernovae, variable stars and asteroids, which will from now on be discovered at an astonishing rate as it begins ...

A recent SpaceNews opinion article argued that it is time to “take astronomy off Earth.” The suggestion is straightforward: If satellite constellations and commercial space activity threaten ...

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine shall convene an ad hoc survey committee and supporting study panels to carry out a decadal survey in astronomy and astrophysics. The ...

"We are just beginning to appreciate how bad the disruption can be for land-based and space-based telescopes, and as more and more satellite overflights occur, the problems will only intensify." When ...

A new generation of stargazers are exploring how their ancestors used the night sky to thrive and survive in the Australian landscape. First Nations peoples have read skies for over 65,000 years, ...

Even the most powerful telescopes are in peril as orbits above Earth fill with thousands of new satellites. But scientists aren’t ready to give up the night sky. By Lyndie Chiou Lyndie Chiou ...

An excellent alternative to bulky telescopes, these binoculars are easy to store and transport while giving you access to all wonders in the night sky. By Abby Ferguson Published Jan 4, 2024 4:00 PM ...

Humanity's ability to track and monitor celestial cycles stretches back into prehistory. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.

Stargazing is the ideal all-season activity that can help renew your appreciation for the endlessly vast galaxy while getting you out into the great outdoors. But if you’re peering out of your foggy ...

If you’ve ever contemplated dedicating your life to understanding the universe, there’s good news: The academic field of astronomy is as expansive as the cosmos itself, presenting myriad options for ...

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