See the glowing arch of our Milky Way’s core at its peak in the spring sky
Forget apps — May’s bright stars and classic spring constellations make this the perfect time to learn the sky the old-fashioned way, one star-hop at a time.
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Nikon’s new Action 7×50 binoculars: A good buy for astronomy novices
From desert badlands to hilltop villages, these off-the-beaten-track locations offer clear views of Spain’s rare sunset total solar eclipse.
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The Eta Aquarid meteor shower peaks in the early hours of May 6.
Watch Eta Aquarid meteors streak across the sky live from observatories and sky cams around the world.
A bright waning gibbous moon may wash out this week’s Eta Aquarid meteor shower peak — but early risers could still catch a few shooting stars.
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The Eta Aquarid meteor shower peaks this week, but will you be able to see it?
From chasing the Milky Way to using your eyes as nature intended, here are some often-overlooked truths that make all the difference under the night sky.
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Finally, Mando’s sleek N-1 starfighter gets the Lego Star Wars UCS set it deserves and, if you’re fast, you can claim a free Lego model of the fabled Darksaber.
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