Mercury is the smallest planet and it's packed with extremes: 88-day years, 176-day solar days, wild temperature swings, and even a comet-like tail. In this guide, you’ll find the most interesting ...

The Taurid meteor showers are here! The Southern Taurids peak on November 4–5. About a week later, the Northern Taurid meteor shower reaches its peak on November 11–12. Both streams are known for slow ...

Want to know which planets are visible tonight? Here’s a weekly guide to the visibility of Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. Below, you’ll find which planets can be seen now, ...

Dive into our infographic and explore a fascinating celestial sight: a planetary alignment. Also known as a planet parade, it happens when three or more planets appear close together in the same part ...

Timing is everything in astronomy, and elongation is the key to catching the elusive planet Mercury. The planet reaches its next greatest elongation on November 20, so don’t miss the opportunity. Let ...

The November 2026 Beaver Supermoon is here to light up the night sky! It’s big, bright, and has its own story to tell. Find out exactly when it’s visible from your spot with the free Sky Tonight app, ...

Every now and then, the media produces dozens of scary headlines about rocks from space headed towards Earth. But how likely is it that an asteroid will actually hit Earth in the near future? In this ...

Don't miss these exciting November celestial events in 2026! Four planets will line up before dawn, Mars and Jupiter will form a striking triangle with a bright star, and the Leonid meteor shower will ...

Take this quick and fun quiz to find out which planet in our Solar System matches your vibe — from your habits and character to how you connect with others. Ready to find out who your cosmic twin is?

Don't get lost in the stars on Halloween night! Let Star Walk 2 guide you on your way. ©Vito Technology, Inc. On Halloween night, venture far from the city’s lights, into the dark, quiet countryside.

From the first photo of Earth in space to iconic images and unusual views — check out 10 pictures that changed how we see our planet. What are supermoons and micromoons? Compare their sizes, learn ...