Author: Astronomy Staff

Observing Basics, Stars

Would astronauts on the Moon observe Earth occulting background stars?

Cosmology, Science

Einstein gives a thumbs-up

Science, Solar System

First images of outer solar system made

Exoplanets, Science

Sky-event alert: See the king of planets

Science

Bob Berman’s strange universe: Staring contest

Science

What is a planemo?

Science

How are comets named?

Science

Does a black hole stay a black hole for life?

Science

Hubble sees celestial fireworks

Science

Where can I get information about impact sites on Earth?

Science

Herschel under test

Stars

Could nearby stars Alpha Centauri A and B harbor earthlike planets in stable, circular orbits?