New globe-like Mars map lets you see whole planet
Humans haven’t set foot on Mars — yet — but we’ve already got the maps drawn up. A new map released earlier this month shows …
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When to see the Lyrid meteor shower streak across the night sky
The Lyrid meteor shower returns this month, bringing shooting stars across the night sky. According to NASA, the showers are active April 15-29, with the …
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Northern lights could be visible in parts of the U.S. this weekend
The Space Weather Prediction Center issued a geomagnetic storm watch for the upcoming weekend, meaning we could catch glimpses of the aurora borealis, or northern …
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Asteroid will come between Earth and moon this weekend
Asteroid 2023 DZ2 will whiz by Earth this week, making its closest approach Saturday morning. The asteroid will be about 108,000 miles from Earth at …
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How to see Saturn and Jupiter on the winter solstice—closer than they’ve been in 350 years
The final major celestial moment of 2020 is expected to happen on the longest night of the year — the winter solstice. On Dec. 21, …
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How to see 5 planets in the night sky this month
Longer nights, drier weather and clear skies during the fall months create the perfect conditions for viewing the night sky. And this November, we’ll get …
Best time to see this year’s rare Halloween blue moon
Nothing says “spooky Halloween” quite like a full moon, and the full moon on October 31 this year is extra special. That’s because the full …
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Here’s how you can see Venus and Saturn ‘kiss’ in a rare celestial event
Look up Tuesday, Dec. 10 at around dusk, and you’ll be able to spot Venus, our closest celestial neighbor, appearing right next to Saturn, the …
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How to see the Delta Aquarid meteor shower this week
Around July 12 to Aug. 23 every year, it’s not uncommon to see shooting stars that are part of the annual Delta Aquarid meteor shower. …
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The Perseid meteor shower this month is set to be extraordinary
The Perseid meteor shower is one of the best and brightest showers all year long, and it’s one we can count on every August. This …
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Mars will be close to Earth on July 31
Mars is about to be the closest it’s been to Earth since 2003, giving us Earthlings the best view of the Red Planet in 15 …