A rare, near perfect young-Moon challenge awaits North Americans after sunset on March 19th. Jupiter rules the evening from its throne on high in central Gemini.
The disk of gas that spirals onto a newborn magnetar wobbles, creating “bumps” in the brightness of the supernova that accompanied this object’s birth.
Astronomers have used 40 years’ worth of data to peer inside the Sun, revealing that the solar cycle can leave a distinct fingerprint beneath the visible surface.
Dozens on amateur astronomers helped measure the minuscule difference in Didymos’s trajectory around the Sun, after NASA’s DART mission impacted its moon.
While small galaxies are expected to have even smaller satellite galaxies, astronomers have found a surprising number of tiny companions around one dwarf galaxy.
This month’s episode showcases the stars and planets visible on March evenings. Track down three planets after sunset, and savor the easy-to-spot Winter Triangle.
On April 11-12, over 100 of your favorite vendors, hundreds of fellow astronomy enthusiasts, and an incredible lineup of guest speakers will gather in Suffern, New York, for a cosmic extravaganza.
Stay warm with Sky & Telescope merch this January. Our high-quality, branded winter wear will help you keep out the cold while gazing up at the scintillating winter stars.
