Astronomers measure a star’s brightness using the apparent magnitude system, where lower values indicate brighter stars.

February brings a rare planetary parade, with five bright planets in clear view and a special alignment of Mercury and Saturn ...

You’ll find several bright planets, stars and obvious constellations in the February evening sky. The most obvious ...

In February, the iconic winter stars and constellations reach their prime positions for viewing. On the 1st, all will be ...

Whether you're an experienced astronomer or simply enjoy gazing at the night sky, this January offers a rare opportunity to witness a dazzling array of planets.

This week’s first small-telescope target is Sirius B, the companion to the night sky’s brightest star, Alpha (α) Canis Majoris. American telescope-maker Alvin Graham Clark discovered that ...

We’re lucky here on Guam. The Milky Way is a sight denied to most of the Earth’s people. The light pollution from Earth’s ...