This is your best chance to spot the Milky Way’s core in May

See the glowing arch of our Milky Way’s core at its peak in the spring sky

Learn the night sky without an app: May’s easiest star-hops for beginners

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.

Nikon Action 7×50 binoculars review

Nikon’s new Action 7×50 binoculars: A good buy for astronomy novices

10 hidden spots in Spain to see the rare sunset total solar eclipse on Aug. 12

From desert badlands to hilltop villages, these off-the-beaten-track locations offer clear views of Spain’s rare sunset total solar eclipse.

Watch the Eta Aquarid meteor shower 2026 online tonight with these livestreams

Watch Eta Aquarid meteors streak across the sky live from observatories and sky cams around the world.

Will the moon ruin the Eta Aquarid meteor shower this week? Here’s what to know

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?

7 things nobody tells you about stargazing (that make a huge difference)

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.

New for Star Wars Day, grab this Lego Star Wars model of The Mandalorian’s coolest ship and get the Darksaber for free

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.