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11 of Our Solar System's Most Magnificent Moons
Our solar system is home to more than 200 moons, each with their own wonderful quirks. Here are 11 of the most incredible ones.
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Earthshine Is Coming—How to See the Dark Part of the Crescent Moon in Spring 2021
Spring is the best time to observe Earthshine—the phenomenon in which the glow of the Earth lights up the crescent moon.
When John F. Kennedy Told the World Why 'We Choose to Go to the Moon'
John F. Kennedy's stirring speech on September 12, 1962, sparked a passion for space exploration that eventually led us right to the moon.
Earth Is Set to Get a New Mini-Moon Next Month
Astronomers are still unsure whether the object headed toward Earth is an asteroid or a piece of debris left over from a 50-year-old rocket launch.
A Rare Blue Moon Will Light Up the Night Sky This Halloween
A blue moon on Halloween only happens once in a blue moon (once every 19 years or so, in this case.)
NASA Will Award You Up to $20,000 for Designing a Toilet That Works on the Moon
Winners of NASA's Lunar Loo Challenge will receive thousands of dollars for designing toilets that works as well on the moon as they do in microgravity.
July's Last Quarter Moon Is Coming This Weekend
The last (or third) quarter moon is named for the moon phase it’s in—not how much of the moon is visible.
Eau de Space: Former NASA Scientist’s New Perfume Smells Out of This World
It’s not Chanel No. 5, but it is the closest you can get to finding out what space smells like without going there.
An Annular Solar Eclipse Will Be Visible in Some Parts of the World on Summer Solstice Weekend
On June 21, 2020, an annular eclipse or "ring of fire" will appear over parts of India, Africa, and Europe.
Casio Is Releasing a Retro-Style, NASA-Themed G-Shock Watch
Just because you’re not headed to the Moon doesn’t mean you can’t flaunt your passion for space exploration.
10 Fascinating Illustrations of Soviet Space Exploration From the 20th Century
From liaising with Martians to living on the moon, here’s where Soviet magazines thought the Cold War’s space race would take us.
How to Livestream Tonight’s Super Pink Moon
The pink moon on April 7 will be the biggest and brightest supermoon of 2020. Here's how to watch the event without leaving your home.
A Super Pink Moon—the Biggest Supermoon of 2020—Is Coming In April
The next full moon is 2020’s biggest and brightest supermoon (though, despite its name, it won’t be pink).
There's a Second Moon—a Mini-Moon—in Earth's Orbit
Earth's second moon, a "mini-moon" dubbed 2020 CD3, is about the size of a small car and may have been trapped in our planet's orbit for years.
How to See Venus and the Moon Share a ‘Kiss’ in a Rare Astronomical Event This Week
On Thursday, Venus and the moon will appear to nearly touch in the night sky after sunset. Here's what you should know about the spectacle.
The Moon Will Make Mars Disappear Next Week
Take a break from your regularly scheduled stargazing to watch the moon swallow Mars on Tuesday morning.
Catch the Snow Moon Lighting Up February Skies in 2023
February's full moon is named for the month's heavy snowfall. Here's what you need to know about the snow moon and how to see it on February 9.
The Wolf Moon, 2020’s First Full Moon, Coincides With a Lunar Eclipse
This Friday’s full moon won’t be as striking as the blood moon of a total lunar eclipse, but it’s still worth a skyward glance.
A Rare ‘Full Cold Moon Kiss’ Is Coming This Week—Here’s How to See It
On December 11, a full cold moon will appear at the same time as a planetary 'kiss' between Saturn and Venus. Here's how to catch the spectacle.
A Huge Full Hunter’s Moon Will Light Up The Sky This Weekend
The next full moon will be extra bright, extra big, and hard to miss. Here’s the best time to look up at October's hunter's moon.
A Full Beaver Moon Is Coming in November
The meaning of the name "beaver moon" originated with early Americans centuries ago. Here are some more things you should know about the lunar event.
Does the Full Moon Really Make People Act Crazy?
Along with Mercury in retrograde, the full moon is a pretty popular scapegoat for bad luck and bizarre behavior. Encounter someone acting strangely? Blame it on the lunar phases!
Rare Harvest ‘Micromoon’ Will Appear on Friday the 13th
The full moon closest to the autumnal equinox is dubbed a 'harvest moon.' This year, it will also be a rare harvest 'micromoon.'
August Is Ending With a Super New Moon
The gravitational pull of the supermoon will team up with that of the sun on August 30 to create super-charged "king" tides around the world.