Watch the Moon Meet Mercury and See a Second Failed Supernova Candidate
Read news from the world of astronomy for the week of February 13, 2026. Having trouble viewing this email? {Click here to read it on the Web.} Read news from the world of astronomy for the week of February 13, 2026. Subscribe to Sky & Telescope Magazine to receive full access to the articles below. Visit our FAQ page to learn more. This week in the world of astronomy, see the oldest rocks found on the lunar farside and watch the Moon greet Mercury at sunset. Plus, spot another star that may be collapsing directly into a black hole, without a supernova. Watch the Young Moon Greet Mercury at Sunset On February 18th, the willowy crescent Moon has a close shave with Mercury, so close that it occults the planet from some U.S. cities. Read More Astro-News Highlights ...
