So far, humanity has yet to find its first "exomoon"—a moon orbiting a planet outside of the solar system. But that hasn't ...

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On July 4, there will be an uncommonly good opportunity to get a glimpse of Mercury, the smallest, speediest planet in our solar system. Named after the Roman god known for his winged feet and swift ...

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The first full moon of 2026 will rise with a bit of extra gravitas. January’s full moon, the “Wolf Moon,” will also be a ...

About 4.5 billion years ago, a colossal impact between the young Earth and a mysterious planetary body called Theia changed everything—reshaping Earth, forming the Moon, and scattering clues across ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. An award-winning reporter writing about stargazing and the night sky. Each Monday, I pick out North America’s celestial highlights ...

"The profile of the occultation was most consistent with it being a new satellite — a new moon — going around Quaoar." When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.

(NEXSTAR) – The first full month of summer arrives bearing several celestial treats for skywatchers. July will offer a meteor shower, a glimpse of the Buck Moon and a view of the Scorpius ...