When a faint green smudge appeared in images from a backyard telescope in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, on Nov. 22, 2025, astronomers did not expect it to upend basic assumptions about how comets work. Yet ...

Comet C/2025 K1 (ATLAS) was discovered barrelling towards the sun on May 24, 2025 and is believed to have originated from the ...

Many stargazers are surprised to learn that stars do not all appear the same but actually display different colors. Those that appear white are hotter ...

Whether you’re seeking outdoor thrills, a taste of local history or a fun-filled cultural experience, Northeast County San Diego provides an unforgettable itinerary. Grab your hiking boots, pack your ...

According to NASA, the Leonids this year were particularly swift, hurtling at 44 miles per second, and are named for their apparent radiant point in the constellation Leo. Every 33 years or so, the ...

A faculty member from Mississippi State University has discovered a new asteroid, a first for the Magnolia State.

During the weekend, the orbits of Earth and Saturn will combine to create an interplanetary optical illusion for anyone with ...

STARKVILLE, Miss.—A Mississippi State University faculty member has made a celestial discovery in Starkville: the first ...

A rare alignment between Earth and Saturn will make the gas giant’s rings appear so thin that they’ll be nearly invisible.

Comet 3I/ATLAS recently emerged from behind the glare of the sun to become visible to ground-based telescopes.

The bright city lights make it hard to see stars in LA. Sure, you see lots of celebrities — we’re not talking about those ...

Astronomers in the U.S. are tracking a rare comet—C/2025 K1 (ATLAS)—which is something quite special. While comets typically appear green or sometimes blue in sunlight. because of their different ...