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This Week In Space podcast: Episode 141 —Holiday Special 2024

On Episode 141 of This Week In Space, Rod and Tariq are joined by producer Anthony and Ant Pruitt to celebrate the end of the year.

Space

December full moon 2024: Cold Moon puts on a dazzling show for skywatchers worldwide (photos)

The last full moon of 2024 did not disappoint.

Space

See the moon meet up with Mars this in the night sky this week

On Dec. 17, the moon and Mars will appear close together in the night sky in the Gemini constellation.

Space

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This Week In Space podcast: Episode 140 —University Rocketeers

On Episode 140 of This Week In Space, Rod and Tariq talk with Dan Erwin and Ryan Kraemer about amateur rocketry.

Space

December full moon shines bright this weekend: How to see the last full moon of 2024

The December full moon, the final full moon of 2024, rises overnight on Dec. 14 during the peak of the Geminid meteor shower.

Space

Advnture Christmas Camping gift guide

From camping chairs to power banks, you can find the very best gifts for your outdoorsy loved ones in our expert guide

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See the moon cozy up to Saturn during 'conjunction' Dec. 8

On Sunday (Dec. 8), the moon will pass near Saturn, sharing the same right ascension in an event known as a conjunction. Viewers can expect to see the moon near Saturn shortly after sunset.

Space

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This Week In Space podcast: Episode 139 —Look to the Skies

On Episode 139 of This Week In Space, Rod and Tariq talk with Leonard David to cover a broad swath, from the choice for the NASA Administrator to new delays for the Artemis program to UFOs/UAPs!

Space

See Jupiter at its biggest and brightest this weekend

Jupiter will reach opposition on Dec. 7, rising opposite of the sun as seen from Earth. It will also make its closest approach to us, appearing brighter in our sky.

Space

Geminid meteor shower peaks Dec. 13 alongside a bright moon. Here's how to see it

The December Geminids — one of the best meteor showers of the year — will be adversely affected by bright moonlight, appearing the on the night before the full moon.

Space

See the moon and Venus take a sunset stroll through the night sky tonight

The two brightest nighttime objects, the moon and the planet Venus put on a lovely display in the western evening sky of Wednesday, Dec. 4.

Space

New moon December 2024: A young moon passes Venus

Space

Black Friday 2024 camera deals live: Plus, savings on telescopes, binoculars and stargazing accessories

The best bargains as they happen. Great deals from Nikon, Canon, Sony, Celestron and many more.

LiveScience

Thanksgiving night sky 2024: Venus, Jupiter and Saturn stay for dessert

For Thanksgiving 2024, we have a celestial feast as three bright planets shine prominently during the early evening hours:Saturn, Jupiter and Venus.

Space

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The moon eclipses bright blue star Spica early on Nov. 27. Here's how to see it

A waning crescent moon will creep closer and closer to Spica until the star's light is extinguished in the blink of an eye on the morning of Wednesday, Nov. 27.

Space

This Week In Space podcast: Episode 138 —From the Garage to Mars

On Episode 138 of This Week In Space, Rod and Tariq talk with Scott Tibbitts, a dynamic and engaging space entrepreneur.

Space

See Mars make a close pass to the moon tonight

The moon and Mars will share a close approach tonight (Nov. 20) during a conjunction as the two visit the Cancer constellation, the Crab.

Space

Last supermoon of 2024 wows skywatchers around the world with Full Beaver Moon (photos)

The final supermoon of 2024, the Beaver Moon of November, thrilled skywatchers around the world as it ushered in the weekend with a stunning night sky sight.

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This Week In Space podcast: Episode 137 —Strange New Worlds

On Episode 137 of This Week In Space, Rod and Tariq talk with Jason Steffen, a member of the science team for the Kepler Space Telescope mission.

Space

The Leonid meteor shower peaks is peaking now. Are 'shooting stars' in the forecast for 2024?

The annual Leonid meteor shower peaks on Nov. 17, 2024, but a bright moon just two days past full will make viewing this year's Leonids difficult.

Space

The final supermoon of 2024 rises tonight as November's Full Beaver Moon

The Full Beaver Moon of November 2024 will be the final of four consecutive supermoons this year, appearing slightly larger in the night sky on Friday (Nov. 15).

Space

This Week In Space podcast: Episode 136 —SpaceX Ascendant

On Episode 136 of This Week In Space, Rod and Tariq talk with journalist and author Eric Berger about the rise of SpaceX and Elon Musk's future in US politics and the market.

Space

Saturn and the moon put on a celestial show Sunday night. Here's how to see it

Saturn gets close to the moon tonight, and some skywatchers in Florida, Central America and South America will see the ringed planet briefly disappear behind our lunar companion.

Space

Don't miss the Taurid meteor shower peak with colorful fireballs and shooting stars tonight

The Southern Taurid meteor shower reaches its peak Nov. 12. Here's how to maximize your chances of seeing a colorful fireball from this shower.

Space

See the moon snuggle up to Venus after sunset tonight

Monday evening (Nov. 4), the night before Election Day, will bring a lovely celestial display involving the two brightest objects in the nighttime sky: the moon and Venus.

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