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The summer solstice 2025 takes place on June 21. What happens on the solstice? Here’s what you need to know.

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

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

See two planets side by side! Learn about the upcoming events in 2025, get observing tips and fascinating insights into planetary conjunctions.

Discover the brilliance of Spica, the sparkling gem in the constellation Virgo! Learn how to find the star, when to observe it, and what is special about it.

Ready to spend 2025 staring at the sky instead of your phone? We've got all the astronomical events of the year in one place. Check out the dates and times for conjunctions, meteor showers, eclipses, supermoons, equinoxes, solstices, and more.

If you don’t know the difference between twilight and dusk/dawn, read this article! This ultimate guide explains twilight and the terms related to it.

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!

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!

Celebrate Asteroid Day on June 30! Learn new things about asteroids and join global efforts to protect our planet from potential threats.

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

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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

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.

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!