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

Look west after sunset on March 19 to try spotting a razor-thin crescent moon less than 24 hours old with brilliant Venus lighting the way.

Each Monday, I pick out North America’s celestial highlights for the week ahead (which also apply to mid-northern latitudes ...

A trifecta of stargazing events could be visible in space in the coming days. In addition to the crescent moon and the possibility of more displays of the Northern lights, Venus, the brightest ...

Winter constellations shine defiantly in the face of spring as galaxy season and zodiacal light beckon.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. An award-winning reporter writing about stargazing and the night sky. Early risers on Sunday, June 22, are in for a pre-dawn treat ...

For some lucky viewers, the moon will pass directly in front of Mars. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Breaking space news, the ...

Spica and the moon will appear over the southwestern horizon at sunset. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Breaking space news, the ...