Aurora chaser catches a fox basking in the glow of Finland’s legendary ‘fox fires’ (photos)

A magical encounter in northern Finland blends ancient folklore, swirling auroras and an unexpectedly curious fox.

Jupiter is at its best and brightest of 2026 tonight! Here’s what to expect as the gas giant reaches opposition

Jupiter reaches opposition overnight on Jan. 10, when it appears its brightest in 2026 opposite the sun in Earth’s sky.

February full moon 2026: When, where and how to see the Snow Moon

Your guide to February’s full Snow Moon, from peak times to skywatching highlights.

Northern lights may be visible in 12 states overnight Jan. 9-10

Auroras may be visible from Alaska to New York as incoming coronal mass ejections and high-speed solar winds could trigger geomagnetic storms tonight.

Comet 24P/Schaumasse makes its closest approach to the sun today: But will you be able to see it?

Solar system comets are often at their brightest as they draw close to the sun

January belongs to Jupiter: See the king of planets in the night sky this month

Jupiter currently shines as a brilliant silvery “star” in the constellation Gemini the Twins, low in the east-northeast sky as dusk slowly fades. You really should catch the show.

Astrophotographer captures rare footage of the Hubble Telescope crossing the sun (video)

The Hubble Telescope appears as a tiny silhouette during a perfectly timed solar transit captured from Puerto Rico.

I thought I knew the night sky, but what I saw from the Canary Islands left me speechless

From volcanic landscapes to world-class observatories, a journey through the Canary Islands reveals a night sky unlike anything I’d seen before.

Venus reaches superior solar conjunction today: What does it mean and can you see it?

A solar conjunction occurs as Venus’ orbit carries it into alignment with the sun and Earth.