Watch out for a meteor outburst

Astronomers will be watching tomorrow for a possible outburst by a meteor shower. The alpha Aurigids are usually one of … Continue reading

Total eclipse favours the Pacific

The second total eclipse of the Moon of the year occurs this week – but few populated parts of the … Continue reading

Meteor watchers in the northern hemisphere are in heaven during the summer months when generally warmer nights coincide with a … Continue reading

Two bright planets are closing in for a spectacular rendezvous in the evening sky this weekend. Ringed wonder Saturn and … Continue reading

Have you ever seen an asteroid? One of the largest in the solar system is putting on its brightest show … Continue reading

The International Space Station has been putting on a fine show over the UK in recent evenings, and we have … Continue reading

A total eclipse of the Moon thrilled and delighted observers all over the world on Saturday night. From the UK, … Continue reading

A total eclipse of the Moon will make prime time viewing for the whole of Britain on Saturday night, March … Continue reading

Comet McNaught is displaying a spectacle not seen for centuries during its dazzling sunset show in the southern hemisphere. The … Continue reading

This weekend offers the last opportunity from the UK to view a spectacular teatime comet that is the brightest for … Continue reading

Last night was another fine one at Kelling Heath with clear skies from horizon to horizon. It was also a … Continue reading