Comet C/2024 E1 Wierzchos makes its closest approach to Earth tomorrow: Here’s what you need to know

The comet is now racing away from the sun following a close flyby on Jan. 20.

What time is the annular solar eclipse on Feb. 17?

A ‘ring of fire’ eclipse is coming to Antarctica on Feb. 17.

NASA launches twin rocket missions from Alaska to study mysterious black auroras

NASA launched two rockets from Alaska this week to learn more about the electrical “circuitry” within auroras.

Single this Valentine’s Day? Don’t worry, the universe has a rose just for you (photo)

The Rosette Nebula is located 5,000 light-years from Earth in the constellation Monoceros.

Why solar and lunar eclipses come in pairs — and what an eclipse season really is

Eclipses don’t happen at random — they arrive in pairs, on schedule, and 2026 brings two spectacular seasons to prove it.

February’s full Snow Moon glows behind snowdrops in ethereal winter photo

The full “Snow Moon” rose on Feb. 1 to flood the winter sky with icy moonlight.

Here’s what will happen during each phase of the Feb. 17 ‘ring of fire’ annular solar eclipse

The annular solar eclipse will see the moon cover the majority of the solar disk, surrounding it in a fiery halo.

Are sunrises and sunsets more spectacular in winter?

Shorter days, crisp clean air and a low winter sun all play a role in those vivid pink and golden skies.

Where will the annular solar eclipse be visible on Feb. 17?

The ‘ring of fire’ eclipse on Feb. 17, 2026, will be witnessed by more penguins than people.