That bright "star" in the west after sunset is Venus, often called the "Evening Star". It will shine brightly for most of the rest of 2026, peaking in August.

Sky This Week is brought to you in part by Celestron. Friday, March 20The vernal equinox occurs at 10:46 A.M. EDT, bringing astronomical spring to the Northern Hemisphere as the Sun stands directly ...

NOAA is forecasting a G2-class geomagnetic storm again on Friday, March 20, through Saturday, March 21, with aurora possible ...

Come to Utah’s Capitol Reef National Park for the canyons, stay for the stargazing.

Capturing the Milky Way doesn't require thousands of dollars in gear. Here is my simple guide to using your smartphone—or camera—and the dark sky to take professional-quality photos.

Catch the soft glow of earthshine as a young crescent moon appears low after sunset.

Experts are predicting solar storms as strong as a KP6 tonight, with conditions remaining favorable for the following night as well ...

Tonight, March 19, observers can see the northern lights, a crescent moon near Venus, and multiple constellations. Forecasts detail solar activity and visibility conditions for viewers.

Revived by a Dutch writer, the simple ritual of "dusking" – quietly watching the transition from day to night – is spreading beyond the Netherlands as a way to reconnect with the natural world.

From classic characters to stunning new stories, the Mirror Book Club picks the best children's books to help your family celebrate the magic of the crescent moon this Eid ...

Tierra Atacama reopens in San Pedro de Atacama after a $20 million renovation. Explore the the desert at Chile's iconic adventure lodge.