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Astronomers have captured the clearest image yet of a companion star orbiting Betelgeuse, potentially solving a century-old mystery. The surprisingly massive star could help explain the famous red giant's changing brightness and influence its future supernova.
Astronomers have captured the clearest image yet of a companion star orbiting Betelgeuse, one of the night sky's brightest and most beloved stars. The discovery could change everything we know about this red supergiant's dramatic future.
The night sky is putting on a natural patriotic display as Orion's stars shine in striking red, white, and blue hues visible to the naked eye. Stargazers can catch this cosmic color show simply by looking south after dark this week.
For the first time in over 50 years, humans could orbit the Moon as early as this February when NASA's Artemis II mission launches. The night sky also offers a stunning planetary parade and perfect views of Orion the Hunter.
The moonless skies around February 17's new moon are creating perfect conditions for spotting planets, constellations, and distant star clusters. Anyone with clear skies can explore stunning cosmic sights without any special equipment. #
The new moon on January 18 creates perfectly dark skies for viewers to spot Jupiter, Saturn, and some of winter's most brilliant constellations. It's the best night of the month to explore the cosmos with just your eyes. #
You don't need to escape the city to experience the magic of stargazing. Despite light pollution, urban skywatchers can still catch breathtaking views of planets, bright constellations, and the International Space Station right from their neighborhoods.
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A new 40-minute VR experience brings you to the surface of a diamond planet, inside a supernova explosion, and to the edge of a black hole. Built from real NASA and Smithsonian data, it turns cutting-edge space discoveries into an adventure you can walk through.
The darkest skies of January arrive this weekend, creating perfect conditions for stargazing without moonlight interference. Two bright planets and dozens of winter constellations will shine at their best for viewers across the globe.