Latest News on Astronomy and Sky Watching — Stargazing Calendar

Never miss an exciting event in the night sky with the Star Walk space news — your online guide to the latest astronomy events and celestial bodies visible tonight. Find out how and when to observe meteor showers, solar and lunar eclipses, Starlink satellites, planetary events, comets, and more. Learn the astronomy terms, see stargazing forecasts for Northern and Southern Hemispheres, and get observation tips.

Full Strawberry Moon over mountains

Spectacular Full Moon in June 2025: Why It’s Called Strawberry Moon & What Makes It Special

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The Strawberry Moon of June 2025 is coming. Learn why it looks golden, sits low in the sky, and what makes it so special.

Starlink composite

How to See Starlink Satellite Train 2025?

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Learn how to see Starlink satellites in the sky from your location and get info on the upcoming Starlink launches.

Jupiter guide

Fun Facts About Jupiter: The Biggest Planet in the Solar System

~12 min

Bright Jupiter is known for its enormous size, many moons, and mysterious Great Red Spot. Read our article to uncover all the secrets of the giant planet.

Planets near the Moon

Bright “Star” Next to Moon: What Planet Is Near the Moon Tonight?

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What is that bright dot shining near the Moon tonight? Find out about stars and planets that can be seen next to our natural satellite this month!

Asteroid 2015 TB145 passing near Earth

When Is the Next Asteroid Predicted to Hit the Earth?

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Is it likely for an asteroid to hit Earth anytime soon? In this article, we’ll answer the most burning questions about potentially hazardous asteroids.

Regulus Star

Regulus – The Brightest Star in Leo

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Discover Regulus, the Little King star, one of the brightest and easiest to find. 🌟 Learn how to locate Regulus in the sky above you and see its celestial majesty with your own eyes!

Planet Mars

Explore the Red Planet: All the Must-Know Facts About Mars

~12 min

Why is Mars red? What’s the gravity on Mars? Read this article to get answers to these and many other questions and learn more about the Red Planet.

Star Aldebaran

Red Giant Star Aldebaran: The Follower of the Pleiades in Taurus

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Discover Aldebaran, the bright orange star in Taurus – possibly part of a multiple star system and host to exoplanets! Learn how to find this star in the sky above you and why it’s fascinated people throughout history.

Venus, the brightest planet

Venus Facts: Explore the Brightest “Star” in The Sky

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In June 2025, Venus is farthest from the Sun and easiest to observe! Get to know the planet and learn about upcoming Venus events in this article.

The Sun's path during solstice better quality

Summer Solstice 2025: The First Day of Summer and the Longest Day

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Discover the science behind one of the most important celebrations in the world. Here is everything you need to know about the summer solstice!

Planetary Opposition

Planetary Opposition 2025: Best Time to See Planets

~7 min

The best time to view most planets is at the astronomical opposition. Find out what it means and when to see the upcoming oppositions.

How to see a meteor shower

How To See A Shooting Star in the Sky: Top Tips

~7 min

Get the ultimate guide to observing meteor showers! Learn the best times to see and photograph meteors, and prepare yourself for a night under the stars.

The Summer Triangle asterism

Summer Triangle Complete Guide: How to See It Tonight

~9 min

On summer nights, see one of the easiest-to-find asterisms — the Summer Triangle. Find planetary nebulae, star clusters, and small constellations within its borders!

Facts About Mercury

All About Mercury, The Smallest Planet In The Solar System

~9 min

Explore the closest planet to the Sun! Find out how long a day on Mercury is and how many moons the planet has. Also, keep up with the upcoming Mercury events!

Facts About Uranus

Planet Uranus: The Coldest Planet

~11 min

Uranus has a peculiar chemical composition, extreme temperatures, and the most unusual axial tilt. Here we’ll take a closer look at this planet.

Pollux vs Sun

Pollux: The Brightest Star in Gemini

~5 min

Discover Pollux – the brighter of the two “twin stars” in Gemini. Learn when and how to see the star, and what is special about it.

The Beehive Cluster

Beehive Star Cluster in Cancer: Stars, Location, Mythology

~7 min

The Beehive Cluster is one of the appealing deep-sky objects for both amateur and professional astronomers. You can find it in the sky, too! Discover when and where to see the cluster and what makes it special.

June Sky 2025

Don’t Miss These Celestial Events in June 2025: Solstice, Strawberry Moon, Venus at Its Best & More

~9 min

Discover the top astronomy events of June 2025! See what’s visible in your sky and get stargazing tips.

T Coronae Borealis

T Coronae Borealis Nova Explosion 2025: Has T CrB Nova Happened Yet?

~7 min

A “new star” could explode at any moment in 2025! How can we see it? Learn all about the show-stopping star T Coronae Borealis in our article.

Constellations in June

June Night Sky: Best Constellations of the Month

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Learn which constellations are visible in June and how to find them. Includes simple tips, sky maps, and stories behind the stars!