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AstronomyHow Often Do Eclipses Happen? New Data for an Old QuestionA timeanddate.com study to be published in the Journal of the British Astronomical Association applies modern computing power to an ancient puzzle. Published: Feb 12, 2026
Aurora Alert: Major X-Flares and an Incoming CMEAfter a burst of intense solar activity, the northern lights could glow farther from the usual polar regions around February 5. Published: Feb 3, 2026, Updated: Feb 4, 2026
Why 2026 Might Be an Exciting Year for AurorasAurora expert Vincent Ledvina reveals why 2026 may bring more predictable viewing—plus a chance of rare extreme events. Published: Jan 30, 2026
Skywatching Tips for February 2026What’s up in the day and night sky in February 2026, including a string of close Moon-planet meetups and an annular solar eclipse. Published: Jan 28, 2026
Moon Guide for February 2026Discover the phases of the Moon in February 2026. Also: Will the crew of Artemis II fly around the Moon in February? Published: Jan 27, 2026
What Happens After the December Solstice?In the Northern Hemisphere, you might be looking forward to more daylight. We take a look at how things are changing north and south of the equator. Published: Jan 16, 2026
Skywatching Tips for 20262026 is packed with celestial highlights, including meteor showers, eclipses, and standout planetary events. Here’s what to watch for—and when—in the night sky. Published: Jan 8, 2026
The Moon in 2026From a crewed lunar flyby to a total solar eclipse, the Moon will be in the news in 2026. Plus, when are the biggest and smallest Full Moons? Published: Jan 5, 2026
Moon Guide for January 2026Discover the phases of the Moon in January 2026. And why are some people calling this month’s Full Moon a Supermoon, but we’re not? Published: Dec 19, 2025
Skywatching Tips for January 2026What’s up in the day and night sky in January 2026, including the Quadrantid meteor shower and a Moon-Neptune-Saturn close approach. Published: Dec 19, 2025
Comet Watch: Latest News as 3I/ATLAS Nears EarthInterstellar comet 3I/ATLAS reached its closest point to Earth on December 19. We caught up with the team at the Institute of Astrophysics in Chile. Published: Dec 10, 2025