As it grows, it is known as a waxing moon, and gradually increases from a waxing "crescent" (for its shape into the first quarter moon. As it continues to brighten, it takes on an oblong ...

Each Monday, I pick out North America’s celestial highlights for the week ahead (which also apply to mid-northern latitudes ...

The South Taurid and North Taurid meteor showers peak in early November. Here's everything you need to know about this month's doubleheader of shooting stars.

November’s night sky offers Venus and a crescent moon shining together as five planets emerge after sunset and a “Super ...

Moon phase: Waxing Crescent. Low aurora activity forecasted. If skies are clear, low-level displays may be visible overhead from Utqiaġvik to Fairbanks, and may be visible low on the northern horizon ...

The Southern Taurids will be visible near the Taurus constellation, which rises in the eastern sky soon after dark. It will ...

The Taurid meteor showers offer a yearly spectacle, making November a special month for both amateur stargazers and seasoned ...

Rancho Mirage Library & Observatory astronomer Eric McLaughlin shares a notable celestial event to check out this month.

Mars is brightening and the giant planet Jupiter is reaching its best apparition in a decade for Northern Hemisphere observers this month.

The large, bright Taurid meteors are characterized by their vibrant explosions of color and extended trails, often visible ...