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Watch comet PANSTARRS 'switch on' its second tail as it makes closest approach to Earth
The ion tail appeared as Comet C/2025 R3 PanSTARRS was about 45 million miles from Earth (72 million kilometers) during its closest approach.
Want to know my secret for learning the night sky? Welcome to sidewalk stargazing
Being aware of the night sky even as you walk, even through a city, can give you a grounding in learning bright stars, constellations and how the night sky changes.
The moon as you rarely see it: How a photographer captured night and day on the first quarter moon
"That moment of completion was incredibly rewarding, as I felt like I had finally represented the first quarter moon as it might appear in person."
15 expert-checked places to see the 2026 total solar eclipse in Spain, Iceland and Greenland
From Arctic fjords and volcanic craters to medieval castles and coastal cliffs, here's where to get a clear line of sight to the total solar eclipse on Aug. 12, 2026.
From Apollo to alien worlds: 4 'firsts' you can spot in the night sky tonight
From the first photographer star to the discovery of alien worlds, these night sky targets mark some of astronomy's greatest firsts.
A bright star will disappear for up to an hour tonight — here's what's happening
The moon will briefly hide Regulus in a dramatic occultation visible across parts of the eastern U.S.
Viltrox AF 50mm f/1.4 Pro FE lens review
Review The Viltrox AF 50mm f/1.4 Pro FE is a fast standard prime for astrophotography, at a competitive price.
Comet PanSTARRS approaches Earth on April 26. Here's how to catch it in satellite imagery this weekend
Comet PanSTARRS recently survived its close brush with the sun.
