Astronomers worldwide are preparing for a rare total solar eclipse on August 2, 2027, with a peak totality of about 6 minutes and 23 seconds.

Unlike most meteor showers, which come from icy comets, the Geminids originate from an unusual source: the rocky asteroid ...

We're in Fort Davis today for conversations about the dark skies and the ways Texas is contributing to space science.

The Star of Bethlehem, a guiding light for the Magi, has long puzzled experts. NASA scientist Mark Matney proposes a 5 BC ...

The Geminids meteor shower is known for its dazzling display of bright and fast meteors with dozens appearing each hour.

The peak shower will appear to the east, coming out of the Gemini constellation, between 8 and 9 p.m. Saturday, and will last ...

Astrophotographers in Tenerife captured Comet Lemmon but also more than 1,600 satellite streaks in just half an hour, highlighting growing near space pollution. Researchers warn that soaring satellite ...

Author Danyel Smith praises sportscaster Stuart Scott, the subject of an ESPN documentary. She says without him, broadcasting ...

"We might lose the ability to observe about 30% of the faintest galaxies. We are at the point of starting to be able to see ...

With major eclipses, brilliant supermoons, and lineups of five or more planets, 2026 offers something awe-inspiring in every season. Here’s what to watch for.

Even if you can't spot the northern lights in Indiana, there are still ways to view it from the comfort of your home.

UNM-Taos Chancellor Mary Gutierrez said the telescope will give local students who are struggling with STEM subjects a hands-on way to learn about concepts otherwise difficult for them to grasp.