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Learn about skywatching, astronomy, star gazing, and comets in the night sky at space.com. View astrophotography and images of celestial bodies.

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Venus and Mars will shine near each other in the predawn sky on March 12, 2022. Here's where to look.

See Venus and Mars pair up in the early morning sky Saturday

By Samantha Mathewson published

Venus will meet up with Mars in the very early morning sky on Saturday (March 12). Here’s how you can catch the planetary duo.

March is a month of transition, as we change seasons from winter to spring. Here's some strange things to see in the night sky.

March night sky wonders: Strange sights to see every year

By Joe Rao published

Reference A look into the March night sky for some sky objects with unusual solar system planets, stars and constellations.

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The moon is passing through the constellation Taurus the week of March 10, 2022 as seen in this Stellarium sky map.

Watch the moon cross Taurus the Bull in the night sky this week

By Elizabeth Howell published

The moon will pass by the Seven Sisters and other famous parts of Taurus as it crosses through the constellation this week.

Prices for binoculars are going up. Here's when to consider buying a pair and how to save.

Best time to buy binoculars and save

By Jamie Carter published

Prices for binoculars are going up. Here's when to consider buying a pair and how to save.

MacBook Pro 16-inch held up in one hand

MacBook Pro 16-inch (2021) review

By Lloyd Coombes published

Apple’s MacBook Pro 16-inch offers desktop-class performance in a laptop, and fixes many issues we had with prior models.

Orion the Hunter illustrated against a photograph of the sky at twilight

Tour Orion the Hunter as we visit a constellation icon

By Joe Rao published

A look at the constellation of Orion: its history, shape and position

Image shows some Samsung camera phones

Best camera phone 2022: Smartphones with stargazing capabilities

By Jamie Carter published

Buying guide Our recommended camera phones for anyone looking to rely on a smartphone for photos and video.

Buying guide
The August full moon is known as the Sturgeon Moon and will become full on Aug. 11 at 9:35 p.m. EDT (0101 GMT).

August full moon 2022 guide: The Sturgeon Moon

By Jesse Emspak published

Reference August's Full Sturgeon Moon will appear full on Aug. 11 at 9:35 p.m. EDT (0101 GMT). The moon will then make a close pass by Saturn the same night.

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There's a lot going in space this year. Check out our up-to-date space launch schedule and calendar here!

Space calendar 2022: Rocket launches, sky events, missions & more!

By Hanneke Weitering published

Reference Here's a guide to all the rocket launches and astronomical events in 2022, as well as milestones for space missions, anniversaries and conferences.

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Get the biggest bang for your buck with these five money saving tips when buying a telescope

5 money-saving tips for buying a telescope

By Tom Kerss published

Get the biggest bang for your buck with these five money saving tips when buying a telescope

A photo of a nearly full moon. The image was taken one day prior to the supermoon, or a moon that appears larger due to being the closest to Earth in its orbit.

Full moon calendar 2022: When to see the next full moon

By Kimberly Hickok published

Reference The full moon happens about once a month. Find out when.

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The best star projectors fill your room with the universe

Best star projectors: Indoor views of the night sky

By Jamie Carter published

The very best star projectors for staying cosy beneath the cosmos.

The night sky is more than just the moon and stars, if you know when and where to look.

Night sky, March 2022: What you can see this month [maps]

By Chris Vaughan published

Find out what's up in your night sky during March 2022 and how to see it in this Space.com stargazing guide.

Best night sky events of March 2022 (stargazing maps)

By Chris Vaughan published

See what's up in the night sky for March 2022, including stargazing events and the moon's phases, in this Space.com gallery courtesy of Starry Night Software.

The brightest planets in March's night sky: How to see them (and when)

By Joe Rao published

Here's how to see planets visible in March's night sky.

The new moon occurs on Tuesday (Feb. 1) at 12:46 a.m. EST (0546 GMT)

March new moon 2022: Mercury and Saturn snuggle up in the moonless morning sky

By Jesse Emspak published

The new moon occurs on Wednesday (March 2) at 12:35 p.m. EST (1735 GMT).

Astrophotographer Anthony Lynch sent in this photo of the Harvest Moon, September 2013, taken at Phoenix Park in Dublin, Ireland.

Harvest Moon 2022: When and how to see September's full moon

By Jesse Emspak published

Reference The full moon of September 2022 also carries the title of the Harvest Moon for those living in the Northern Hemisphere.

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The moon, Mercury and Saturn all meet up in the sky on Feb. 28, 2022. Also visible are Venus and Mars.

The moon meets up with Mercury and Saturn early Monday morning

By Elizabeth Howell published

You may be able to watch the moon cluster up with ringed Saturn and fleeting Mercury on Monday (Feb. 28), but it will be a considerable challenge.

The moon, Venus and Mars as seen from New York City at 6:30 a.m. local time Sunday, Feb. 27.

See the moon align with Venus and Mars in Sunday's morning sky

By Elizabeth Howell published

The trio is easily visible with the naked eye.

The Star of Bethlehem led the three wise men to Jesus' birth, according to the New Testament. But what was the Star of Bethlehem? There are several theories.

What was the Star of Bethlehem?

By Jonathan O'Callaghan published

Reference The Star of Bethlehem led the three wise men to Jesus' birth, according to the New Testament. But what was the Star of Bethlehem? There are several theories.

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