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Sun news: Confirmed, several CMEs approaching Earth
Sun news August 6, 2026: Confirmed! Several faint CMEs are heading our way, arriving August 7-9. Expect active levels and isolated G1 storm chances.
August 6, 2026
Astronomy Essentials
How to watch a solar eclipse safely: tips here
Here are some great tips to watch a solar eclipse safely in a variety of ways, using filters, pinhole cameras and other viewing methods.
August 6, 2026
Astronomy Essentials
Total solar eclipse to dazzle observers on August 12
On August 12, 2026, a total solar eclipse will be visible from the Arctic, Greenland, Iceland and Spain. And western Europe will see a partial eclipse.
August 5, 2026
Space
SpaceX rocket believed to have hit the moon this morning
Did the SpaceX rocket hit the moon last night, August 5, 2026? We’ll keep you updated as scientists confirm this historic lunar event.
August 5, 2026
Astronomy Essentials
Tonight
Visible planets and night sky guide for August
EarthSky's visible planets and night sky guide. The Perseid meteor shower is coming! Follow these tips to see the most meteors possible.
August 5, 2026
Space
Were Neptune’s inner moons born from an ancient cataclysm?
A new study suggests that Neptune's inner moons formed when Neptune captured its largest moon Triton and a family of original small icy moons was destroyed.
August 5, 2026
Earth
Human World
Why the Spokane wildfires became so catastrophic
Spokane wildfires show wildfire risk is growing, but preparedness, resilient communities and smarter land management can reduce future losses.
August 5, 2026
Human World
Space
Mars Curiosity rover’s 7 minutes of terror 14 years ago
To celebrate the 14-year anniversary of Curiosity rover's arrival on Mars, here’s a video on the final 7 minutes of its chilling descent on August 5-6, 2012.
August 5, 2026
Brightest Stars
Double star 61 Cygni: Why is it known as the Flying Star?
Compared to other stars, 61 Cygni moves quite rapidly against the background of more distant stars, revealing its proximity to Earth.
August 5, 2026
Space
Venus rings found high above the planet’s thick clouds
New analysis of images taken in 2010 reveals giant Venus rings high in the planet's atmosphere, hidden from normal view.
August 4, 2026
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