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There's a side of the Moon we never see from Earth. Scientists think they've worked out why it's so strange
This might be your last chance to see a shooting star in 2025. Top tips for spotting the Ursid meteor shower
NASA just made a map of the entire sky that could tell us how the Universe began
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December solstice explained
Comet 3I/ATLAS latest news
The mysterious interstellar comet is about to make its close approach to Earth. Here's how to watch it live
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How scientists in Antarctica get a double dose of Christmas
Skeleton crews on Antarctic research bases - known as 'winterovers' - have festivities in December and June.
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Find out which planets will be visible throughout December.
Cosmic Christmas Tree Cluster glows festive green in real deep-space image
The Christmas Tree Cluster appears green and even more Christmassy in a new image.
Yes, your Christmas lights CAN be seen from space – just ask NASA
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There's one more major meteor shower before the year is out! How to see Ursid meteors this week
The Ursid meteor shower makes for a great excuse to get the family looking up at the night sky over the Christmas period. Our guide will show you how.
This is a real image of a Tatooine-style planet with two suns. And it's younger than the dinosaurs
Without quantum physics, you wouldn't be reading this. Scientist explains the mind-blowing concept that underpins all our lives
The best meteor shower of the year is happening right now. Here's how to see it this weekend
Geminids 2024 | How to see this year's meteor shower
Find out when is the best time to see a Geminid meteor in the sky.
Photograph the Geminid meteor shower with our top tips
Top tips to help you increase your chances of capturing a Gemind on camera.
Meteor showers | When the next one is, and how to see it
Find out whether there is a meteor shower occurring above the UK tonight, when the next one is, and how to see a meteor for yourself.
