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The March full moon is called the Worm Moon, among many other names.

The Worm Moon will shine before dawn Friday. It's the last full moon of winter 2022.

By Elizabeth Howell published

The Worm full moon of March peaks early Friday, March 18, but still appears full for a day or two.

Nikon D7500 DSLR product photo

Nikon D7500 review

By Jason Parnell-Brookes published

Review The Nikon D7500 is a real celebration of affordability and high-quality features that, for now, keep up with crop sensor mirrorless bodies without a hitch.

Review
Celestron AstroFi Telescope

These galactic UK telescope deals will save you up to £50

By Alexander Cox published

If you're a UK-based astronomer then you're in luck as there's up to £50 in some of the best telescope deals available today.

Full moon in sky with flock of geese flying across the image.

Worm Moon 2022: March full moon shines with planet trio

By Jesse Emspak published

Reference March 2022 full moon observer's guide. Everything you need to know about this year's "Worm Moon" and the planetary trio it will share the sky with.

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Nikon Z5 camera product shot

Nikon Z5 review

By Jason Parnell-Brookes published

Nikon Z5 Review An ideal all-rounder, the Nikon Z5 is a great mirrorless camera for beginners that don’t want to break the bank

Nikon Z5 Review
Illustration of Hyades star cluster in night sky

Spot the Hyades star cluster near Taurus constellation tonight. Here's where to look.

By Samantha Mathewson published

Look up tonight (March 15) to see the Hyades star cluster light up the Taurus constellation in the night sky.

A still from an animation showing asteroid 2022 EB5 that was spotted shortly before impacting Earth's atmosphere.

Asteroid spotted just before hitting Earth's atmosphere wows astronomers

By Chelsea Gohd published

This weekend, an astronomer spotted a small asteroid just hours before the space rock crashed into Earth's atmosphere and met its fiery demise.

New research confirms how particles from space can be sent careening down into Earth’s atmosphere to create the aurora, filling in a missing piece in how this stunning natural phenomenon is generated.

Why are we seeing more northern lights this year?

By Sandra C Chapman published

In 2022, we have seen spectacular polar lights displays in the sky above the U.K., visible form many more places than is usual.

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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The northern lights shimmered in the night sky over Tromsø, Norway, on Jan. 9, 2014, after a coronal mass ejection arrived in near-Earth space, following a two-day journey from the sun.

Northern lights (aurora borealis): What they are & how to see them

By Stefanie Waldek published

REFERENCE Learn all about the northern lights, including the science behind their colors, the display's ancient history and how to see the phenomenon.

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This NASA graphic offers an introduction to the constellations visible in the Northern Hemisphere.

Can you really purchase and name a star?

By Joe Rao published

Some companies make money out of 'selling stars', or rather selling opportunities to name them, perhaps as a gift to a loved one. But is it really worth the money?

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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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