Astronomy news
The latest astronomy and space news, including updates from the professional observatories and spacecraft exploring the cosmos.
No, our Solar System's interstellar visitor is not 'aliens'. Here's the science to prove it
We're getting three supermoons in a row before the end of the year. Here's what you need to know
Next full Moon dates 2025
Find out when the next full Moon is visible, and full Moon names for 2025.
Masterclass: 10 ways to improve your imaging
Join our online spring Masterclass with award-winning planetary imager Martin Lewis at 7pm on 13 June 2024.
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A strange, dark object found in space is warping the Universe. Scientists still don’t know what it is
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25 best telescopes for beginners 2025
Looking to buy your first telescope but don't know where to start? We've picked out some of the best beginner telescopes on the market.
How to see comet C/2025 A6 (LEMMON) right now
JWST finds a doomed star just before it explodes. Here's why the discovery’s a huge breakthrough
This galaxy is so weird, astronomers aren't even sure what it is
This spacecraft is so far away, it sees stars differently. Here's how it could help us navigate the cosmos
Space and astronomy news in brief
Brief, 1-minute reads giving you the latest, quick news in astronomy, space science and spaceflight