This Celestron Firstscope is my go-to for moonwatching and it’s 15% off in Amazon’s Spring Sale

Ideal for adults and children alike, this super-compact tabletop Celestron Firstscope is perfect for fast, fuss-free skywatching. I’d never part with mine and it’s even cheaper thanks to Amazon’s Big Spring Sale.

Fireball sightings are surging across the US — here’s what’s really going on

With bright meteors sighted over Ohio, Texas, and Europe, you might wonder what’s going on. Is meteor activity really increasing, or is there just a surge in reporting?

Don’t miss the waxing moon swing by the Beehive star cluster March 27

The moon will sweep past the 1,000-strong stellar beehive overnight on March 27-28.

Jupiter and the moon take a sunset stroll tonight. Here’s how to see it

The king of the planets meets a waxing half moon at sunset on March 26.

Get one last look at the Pleiades before it disappears from the spring sky

Here’s how to spot the Pleiades before they become lost in the glow of the setting sun.

Early spring deals for observing the cosmos: Our top picks for stargazers

Do you want to get a better look at the universe around you? I’ve spotted these early deals on our best binoculars, cameras and telescopes, so you don’t have to blow your budget for mind-blowing views.

Rare daytime fireball may have dropped meteorites on Texas: Here’s where to find them

The fireball shattered with the force of 26 tons of TNT, potentially spreading shards over a swathe of Texas land.

Astrophotographer spies Thor’s Helmet shining 15,000 light-years away in spectacular photo

A massive stellar wind bubble sculpts the nebula into the shape of the Norse god’s famous helmet.

Northern lights dazzle worldwide as strong G3 geomagnetic storm sparks stunning show (photos)

Powerful geomagnetic storms sent the northern lights dancing far beyond the poles, delivering a spectacular show across the world.