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A 'river' of cosmic gas 1 trillion miles long sent planets in the Orion constellation into tilted orbits

A river of gas over a trillion miles long is streaming onto a young planet-forming system and is tipping it over.

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Astronomers find clear evidence that Betelgeuse star 'is not single'

Astronomers have this week unveiled the first image of an elusive companion star orbiting Betelgeuse, one of the brightest and best-known stars located in the Orion constellation.

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Betelgeuse has a companion star, Siwarha. Astronomers confirm the dying red giant isn't alone. Here's what it means

Betelgeuse's companion star discovered explained its variable brightness. Astronomers have confirmed Betelgeuse, a famous night sky star, has a hidden companion. This small, hot star, named Siwarha, has been orbiting Betelgeuse for generations. Using advanced telescopes, scientists captured the sharpest image of Siwarha, confirming its existence. Siwarha's presence may influence…

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James Webb Space Telescope captures the star-forming clouds of Orion A in stunning detail | Space photo of the day for June 22, 2026

The Orion A region has never looked as colorful and vibrant.

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James Webb telescope finds a cosmic cloud of creation buried in the Sword of Orion — Space photo of the week

A new James Webb telescope snap shows off the glowing gas, sculpted jets and newborn stars lurking within the giant cosmic cloud OMC-2, located in the Sword of Orion.

LiveScience

Astrophotographer spends 115 hours capturing Horsehead Nebula in striking detail with backyard telescope

The Horsehead Nebula cuts a dark silhouette against glowing clouds in the constellation Orion.

Space

Scientists learn how much baby stars in Orion weigh — by watching their dance moves

By peering deep inside Orion's star-forming gas clouds, radio astronomers have been able to directly measure the masses of young binary stars, confirming that our theoretical models are on the right lines.

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'Good Stuff is Coming Back With Us,' Says Artemis II Crew—Coming Home Reveals Lunar Craters, Lava Plains

The Artemis II mission has officially surpassed the Apollo 13 distance record as the Orion spacecraft begins its return to Earth. Discover the latest Victor Glover pilot quotes on unseen lunar far side photos and the upcoming splashdown San Diego logistics.

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Artemis II astronaut snaps a 'stunning' photo of the Moon's surface using an iPhone 17 Pro Max — this is what you can get with 8x zoom (and an unparalleled view)

Amazing photos and videos continue to come back from the Orion spacecraft as it rounds the Moon and heads home.

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Astrophotographer spends nearly 70 hours capturing a delicate blue nebula in Orion (photo)

Astrophotographer Emil Andronic captured a gorgeous blue reflection nebula glowing inside the red clouds of Orion's Head in the constellation Orion.

Space

Why are some stars always visible while others come and go with the seasons?

As a space scientist, every time I go outside with my family, I tell my children to look up at the sky. The front door of our home looks southeast, and on winter nights the constellation Orion hangs majestically just above the horizon as soon as it grows dark enough…

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Planets, constellations and more: Here's what to look out for around the new moon this week

Grab your telescope and join us on a sightseeing tour, before the moon returns to spoil the fun!

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The stars of Orion's belt are 200,000 times brighter than our sun, and winter is the perfect time to see them

The Orion constellation is home to some of the most luminous stars in our Milky Way galaxy.

Space

Starwatch: Orion the hunter dominates the February night sky

Straddling the celestial equator, the constellation is visible in both hemispheres

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Stargazing in the city: what you can (and can't) see at night

A range of gorgeous skywatching targets are visible to the naked eye in city skies.

Space

Two cosmic dogs rule the winter sky — here's how to spot them this week

Learn how to spot Sirius, Procyon and their canine constellations, and discover the myths and science behind the dog stars.

Space

New moon of January 2026 brings prime views of Jupiter, Saturn and winter stars tonight

With the moon out of the way on Jan. 18, bright Jupiter and Saturn become stand-outs in the January night sky.

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Bundle up and look up: 5 winter sky wonders every stargazer should look out for

From Orion's glowing nebula to the sparkling Pleiades, these winter targets reward anyone willing to brave the cold.

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This stunning Orion Nebula photo will make you want to grab a telescope this week

The Orion Nebula is the closest large star-forming region, located within the Milky Way just 1,500 light-years from Earth.

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Orionid meteor shower 2025 lights the night sky over Egypt in stunning photo

The Orionid meteor shower hit its peak during the dark nights surrounding October's new moon phase.

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Don't miss the Orionid meteor shower peak begin overnight tonight under a moonless sky

Here's what to expect when the Orionid meteor shower peaks on Oct. 21-23 in a dark, moonless sky.

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Starwatch: look east to catch the zippy Orionids meteor shower

The speed of the shower creates swift, bright streaks across the night sky, at a typical rate of 20 meteors an hour

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The Orionid meteor shower peaks under dark, moonless skies next week. Here's how to see it

One of the more reliable annual meteor showers, the Orionids, peaks during a new moon, making 2025 an excellent year to watch for shooting stars in the autumn sky.

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Orionids 2025: Meteor shower caused by Halley's Comet peaks as two new comets cross the sky

Comets Lemmon and SWAN will be at their brightest just as the annual Orionid meteor shower produced by Halley's Comet reaches its peak.

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Orionids Meteor Shower Happening Next Week: Where and When To Catch the October Light Show's Peak

Skywatchers are in luck: the Orionids peak on 22 October, coinciding with a new moon for perfect viewing conditions.

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