Skywatching
20% of Twilight Observations Contain Satellite Passes
Starlink trails are now commonly seen in images looking for near Earth asteroids.
Astronomy Jargon 101: Absolute Magnitude
In this series we are exploring the weird and wonderful world of astronomy jargon! You’ll surely measure the awesomeness of today's…
How Could we Light our Cities and Still See the Night Sky?
The night sky is a part of humanity's natural heritage. Gazing up at the heavens is a unifying act, performed…
Most light pollution isn’t coming from streetlights
Light pollution is the arch nemesis of astronomy, spoiling both the enjoyment of the night sky and the professional study…
Top Astronomy Events For 2019
You might've heard the news. We wrote a book this past year: The Universe Today's Ultimate Guide to Observing the…
Get Ready for the 2018 Geminid Meteors
When it comes to meteor showers, the calendar year always seems to save the best for last. We're referring to…
On the Astronomy Trail in Nebraska
Most of us think of distant sites such as Death Valley, the Kalahari Desert or the Canary Islands when it…
A 2018 Outburst From the December Andromedids?
A relatively obscure meteor shower may put on a surprise performance in early December 2018. Chances are, you've never heard…
SpaceX to Launch 64 Satellites, Including Orbital Reflector
A unique smallsat mission promises to be the latest satellite “brighter than a Full Moon!” in the sky... or not.…
Catching Asteroid 3 Juno at Its Best
Not all oppositions are created equal. This week's target offers a good case in point, as asteroid 3 Juno reaches…