For most of us who are not astronomers, the image that comes to mind when describing a reflecting telescope is of a huge instrument in its own domed-roof building on a mountain top. But a ...

One story rose above all the others — new and older telescopes are putting us on the cusp of monumental discoveries about our universe.

Why it's so special: What are the smallest stars? A deep dive into the star-forming Flame Nebula by the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has revealed free-floating, Jupiter-size objects that could ...

The ALMA (Atacama Large Millimeter/Submillimeter Array) radio telescope, located in theChilean Andes, has long been a key ...

The search for extraterrestrial life represents one of humanity’s most profound scientific quests—one that could fundamentally reshape our understanding of our place in the universe. Yet current ...

With 3I/ATLAS slated to make its Earth tour in two days, amateur photographers and astronomers alike are scrambling to catch ...

Our beginner-friendly guide helps you get familiar with the moon, Jupiter, nebulas and galaxies this Christmas.

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Smithsonian STARS— Scientists Taking Astronomy to Rural Schools— aims to bridge gaps in access to hands-on STEM learning opportunities for children in rural and tribal nation schools by providing a ...

Astronomy day 2025 is upon us! To celebrate, we've picked six targets to emphasize the variety and scale of objects visible in the night sky that will make for a beautiful and rewarding sight, whether ...

The article recounts the author's personal journey into astronomy, highlighting several influential beginner astronomy guidebooks from various eras, including "Stars: A Guide to the Constellations," ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. An award-winning reporter writing about stargazing and the night sky. Have you got space on your shelf? As interest in the night ...