Skywatcher : Science World Report

Jan 19, 2016 08:59 AM EST

How to Spot Five Bright Planets in the Morning Sky Tomorrow

If you get a chance, look to the sky. Five bright planets will be visible to the naked eye at the same time for the first time since 2005.

Jan 06, 2016 03:53 PM EST

How to See a Black Hole with Your Naked Eye and a Telescope

Could you see a black hole with your naked eye? All you need is a 20 cm telescope in order to see a nearby, active black hole, according to researchers.

Dec 10, 2015 02:05 PM EST

Winter Geminid Meteor Shower May be the Best Sky Show of the Year

The Geminids are set to light up the skies this December, and may just be one the best night sky events of the year. From December 13 to 15, you should be able to spot the "shooting stars."

Nov 05, 2015 09:52 AM EST

Taurid Meteor Swarm Hits Night Skies This Week! Watch for Fireballs

The Taurid meteor shower may be shining extra bright this week.

Oct 26, 2015 08:00 AM EDT

Last Supermoon of the Year Appears Tonight! How to Watch the Sky Show

Make sure to look up tonight. You'll be getting your last chance to see the last supermoon of the year in the October sky. It should be quite a sight; just remember to look up this evening as the moon rises.

Oct 26, 2015 07:43 AM EDT

Rare, Cosmic Conjunction of Jupiter, Mars and Venus Comes Together Before Halloween

Jupiter, Mars and Venus are creating a rare, cosmic triangle in the early morning skies this week. About an hour before dawn, you can see the three planets in a triangle-like conjunction.

Oct 13, 2015 05:57 AM EDT

Mercury Shines in October's Sky with Mars, Jupiter and Venus: How to Watch

Get ready to see Mercury. In the early morning skies over the next several weeks you'll be able to glimpse the planet at around 5:45 a.m. in the Eastern skies.

Sep 10, 2015 10:03 AM EDT