Tag: Stargazing
Supermoons are boring – here are 5 things in the sky worth your time
What’s so special about a supermoon? Hardly anything. There are better things to observe in the night sky, according to a professional astronomer.
Only 100 years ago the Milky Way was visible from central Paris. Here’s how we can get the night sky back
Light pollution is a relatively new problem. Simple solutions can fix it.
Look up! A once-in-a-lifetime explosion is about to create a ‘new’ star in the sky
Astronomers and stargazers around the world are excited to witness a rare event that only happens once every 80 years – a recurrent nova.
Curious Kids: what stops meteors hitting Earth and hurting people?
When rocks from space fall towards Earth, they usually don’t do any damage – here’s why.
The Eta Aquariid meteor shower is about to peak and could be the best this century – here’s how to catch it
The Eta Aquariid meteor shower peaks each year in early May, but this year it should be particularly good, thanks to dark skies and extra activity.
Meteors, supermoons, a comet and more: your guide to the southern sky in 2024
In 2024 we will see meteor showers, Saturn disappearing behind the Moon, and – if we’re lucky – a comet bright enough to see with the naked eye.
Want to buy a home telescope? Tips from a professional astronomer to help you choose
A telescope can reveal so much of the night sky, including Saturn’s rings and the Moon’s craters. But choosing the right telescope is a difficult decision – here’s what you need to know.
Want to get into stargazing? A professional astronomer explains where to start
People have been looking up at the stars for thousands of years. Here’s where to start if you want to learn more about the night sky – from spotting easy-to-find constellations to using the best apps.
The Geminids: the year's best meteor shower is upon us. And this one will be a true spectacle
The Geminids meteor shower this year promises to be extra special as the peak of the falls at New Moon.
Will Saturn's rings really 'disappear' by 2025? An astronomer explains
Viral headlines would have you think Saturn’s rings will vanish in just 18 months. Here’s what that really means and why you don’t need to worry.
Are we about to see a rare green comet light up the sky? An expert on what to expect from Nishimura
There’s a chance Nishimura might brighten unexpectedly – but it’s a slim one.
A spectacular fireball just streaked across Melbourne – but astronomers didn't see it coming
A mysterious hunk of space junk buzzed through Australian skies last night. It may have been the third stage of a Soyuz 2 rocket just launched by Russia.