An M5.7 solar flare triggered radio blackouts over the Atlantic.
From volcanic landscapes and a sunset eclipse to six-minute totality, here are the pros and cons of the next two total solar eclipses.
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Discover the tales behind four famous spring constellations.
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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