Ever since the International Astronomical Union recognized Haumea and Makemake as dwarf planets in 2008, University of Maine ...

The planetary meet up between the two brightest planets in our solar system is known as the conjunction and takes place over ...

On the night of the Sturgeon Moon, the Moon will be shining close to Saturn in the southeastern sky. The Moon will then track ...

With the new moon darkening the skies, you’ll have a rare shot at spotting the Milky Way, deep-sky galaxies, and even the ...

A.M. Discover its fascinating history and names. Explore how the Sturgeon fish is connected with the nickname of this full ...

8. Speaking of sunlight, it’s composed of approximately 40 percent light, 50 percent heat, and 10 percent ultraviolet ...

Everything you need to know about the August Sturgeon moon, which peaks on Aug 9. Plus all the other celestial events you won ...

Astronomers have just unveiled a groundbreaking discovery that could significantly impact the search for life beyond our ...

It's the first time in 15 years that the southern face of Saturn's rings will reach a tilt of 3". It will be visible through ...

Free August Programs Continue at Lewis & Clark Caverns State ParkWHITEHALL, Mont. — Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park is ...

Mars remains an evening fixture, Saturn is nearing opposition, and Venus and Jupiter meet in the predawn sky Aug. 12.

In this edition of WTOP’s monthly space feature, “What’s up in the sky?” Greg Redfern tells you how to see the moon, planets, ...