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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.

Space · Jan 18

James Webb telescope spots 'failed stars' in a breathtaking cluster near Earth — Space photo of the week

The James Webb Space Telescope captured a colorful portrait of a nearby stellar cradle, revealing a wealth of insights about countless stars.

LiveScience · Jan 18

Jupiter has more oxygen than the sun, new simulations reveal

Jupiter harbors more oxygen than the sun, a new study finds, giving astronomers a crucial clue about how our solar system's planets formed.

Space · Jan 16

NASA Detects 'Anomalous' Signals as Scientists Debate If New Interstellar Visitor 3I/ATLAS Is Artificial

Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS sparks debate over its ancient origins and 'anomalous' signals as it prepares for a final high-resolution pass by Jupiter in 2026.

International Business Times UK · Jan 10

Is Europa Dead? Researchers Reveal Habitability Doubt as 3I/ATLAS Approaches

A new study suggests Jupiter's moon Europa may be 'dead,' lacking the geologic activity for life, just as interstellar visitor 3I/ATLAS approaches the system.

International Business Times UK · Jan 10

Country diary: Look up! Tonight’s the night to see Jupiter at its brightest

Ynys Môn (Anglesey): The wolf moon is spectacular enough, but look east and you’ll see a celestial titan the size of a pinprick

The Guardian - UK · Jan 10

Jupiter ocean moon Europa likely lacks tectonic activity, reducing its chances for life

New models suggest that Europa has very little tectonic activity at its seafloor, which is potentially catastrophic news for the hopes of finding alien life within its ocean.

Space · Jan 9

Jupiter is at its best and brightest of 2026 tonight! Here's what to expect as the gas giant reaches opposition

Jupiter reaches opposition overnight on Jan. 10, when it appears its brightest in 2026 opposite the sun in Earth's sky.

Space · Jan 9

3I/ATLAS Update: Harvard Expert Flags 'Symmetric' Triple Jets as Possible Tech Signature

Harvard's Professor Avi Loeb flags symmetric triple jets on 3I/ATLAS as a possible tech signature.

International Business Times UK · Jan 9

Jupiter will outshine every star in the sky this weekend — how to see the 'king of planets' at opposition

Jupiter reaches opposition on Jan. 10, when it will shine all night at its brightest as Earth moves between the giant planet and the sun.

LiveScience · Jan 9