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Celestron Nexstar 4SE review: take a guided tour of the Solar System

A solid telescope for stunning views of the planets

The moon, Saturn and Jupiter provide a Thanksgiving skywatching feast

A waxing gibbous moon, Saturn and Jupiter make inviting targets for skywatchers this Thanksgiving.

Space

The rare Super Blue Moon rises on Aug. 30 and you can watch it online for free

The Virtual Telescope Project will host a free livestream of the Super Blue Moon of 2023 starting at 11:30 p.m. on Aug. 30 (0330 GMT on Aug. 31).

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What time is the Super Blue Moon of 2023?

The Blue Moon of 2023 and this year's third supermoon occurs on Wednesday, Aug. 30, so skywatchers will want to get their timing right to see the moon at its biggest and brightest.

Space

Shiny Perseid meteors light up a dark sky in Portugal (video)

The Perseid meteor shower will bring shooting stars to your neighborhood on Aug. 11 and Aug. 12. You can get a preview of the spectacular show in this video.

Space

Celestron EclipSmart 10x42 solar binoculars review

The Celestron EclipSmart 10x42 solar binoculars are a pair of solar safe binoculars that make it easy to observe solar eclipses or simply view the sun.

LiveScience

August's Full Sturgeon Moon rises tomorrow, 1st of 2 supermoons this month

The Sturgeon full moon rises on Tuesday, Aug. 1, marking the first of two supermoons in August 2023 and the second supermoon in a series of four across summer.

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Tiny Vaonis Hestia turns your phone into a smart telescope & solar eclipse-viewer

Vaonis follows up its Stellina and Vespera smart telescopes with the first telescope that uses a smartphone to photograph stars and solar eclipses

Digital Camera World

Astronaut shares stunning view of July's supermoon from space (photo)

July's full Buck Moon — the first of four consecutive supermoons — rose on July 3, and an astronaut aboard the ISS snapped a stunning view of the celestial sight.

Space

Shortlist in £10k Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2023 award announced

Majestic images of distant galaxies and stunning star-studded night skies in with the chance of winning a £10,000 cash prize

Digital Camera World

SkySafari 7 Pro app review

With its planetarium feature, telescope control and slick design, SkySafari 7 Pro is the best all-round app for astronomers and astrophotographers.

Space

Watch the half moon of May shine by Leo the Lion in the night sky tonight

Skywatchers can see the lunar face half illuminated by the sun at the weekend when the moon enters the first quarter phase of its 29.5-day cycle on Saturday, May 27.

Space

A lunar eclipse is coming on May 5. Here's what you need to know

The moon will darken but not completely disappear as it slips into Earth's outer shadow on Friday (May 5), creating a penumbral lunar eclipse.

Space

Celestron Outland X 10x42 binocular review

The Celestron Outland X 10x42 binoculars are average at best and while they are capable for everyday observations there are a few shortcomings.

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Celestron Skymaster 12x60 binocular review

High magnification views and big lenses make the Skymasters ideal for stargazing or getting a view of far-away subjects, even into twilight hours, but you'll need a tripod.

Space

Watch Mars near the first quarter moon in the night sky tonight

This month's first quarter moon occurs today, March 28, meaning it will appear half-full in the night sky.

Space

What equipment do you need to see and photograph the planets

Follow this guide on how to photograph and observe the neighboring worlds of our solar system.

Space

New moon glows with 'Earthshine' in incredible time-lapse photo series

The new moon glows in the sky above Turkey with the reflected light of Earth shining upon it in gorgeous photos by astrophotographer Miguel Claro.

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November full moon 2025: The Beaver supermoon will be the biggest and brightest of the year

November's full Beaver Moon will occur on Nov. 5 and will be the biggest and brightest moon of 2025.

Space

Halloween night sky 2024: See Venus, Saturn and maybe some eerie fireballs tonight!

Don't miss these celestial treats this Halloween!

Space

September full moon 2025: The Harvest Moon gets eclipsed

The eclipse will see the moon turn a deep shade of red.

Space

July full moon 2025: The Buck Moon joins Mars and Saturn

The July full moon, also known as the Buck Moon, occurs on July 10. It will share the evening sky with Mars and Saturn.

Space

What equipment do you need for stargazing in a city?

Live in the city but love a dark sky? We have some tricks to help you enhance its beauty despite the artificial light.

Evening Standard

Best telescopes for kids to get them stargazing

Gaze into space with these top picks for budding astronomers

Space

May full moon 2025: The Flower Moon hides the red star Antares

The Full Flower Moon of 2025 will occur in the eastern U.S. during the evening hours of May 12. Two days later, the just-past-full moon will occult the star Antares.

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