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Astronomy Essentials
Saturn at opposition – brightest for 2026 – on October 4
Don't miss Saturn at opposition on and around the night of October 4, 2026. That's when our planet Earth passes between the sun and Saturn.
October 1, 2026
Space
Life on Enceladus? Chances get big boost in 2 new studies
Is there life on Enceladus? Two new studies show that the chances for life in the ocean of this Saturn moon are even greater than once thought.
October 1, 2026
Earth
And the Fat Bear Week winner is … Backpack!
Congrats to Backpack, the winner of Fat Bear Week 2026! Take a look at the final brackets and see where your favorite fatties fell.
October 1, 2026
Earth
What are the world’s loudest birds? Here are 2 contenders
Researchers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst said the bare-throated bellbird and red-legged seriema are 2 contenders for world's loudest birds.
October 1, 2026
Astronomy Essentials
Tonight
Visible planets and night sky guide for October
Visible planets and night sky guide. Venus is disappearing! Watch a video here. And look for the moon near two bright stars, Capella and Aldebaran.
October 1, 2026
Sun
Sun news: Two blobs of solar stuff heading our way at Earth
Sun news October 2, 2026: A blob of solar stuff is anticipated to arrive later on today. It may bring conditions for auroral displays in northern latitudes.
October 1, 2026
Astronomy Essentials
Stargazing tips! 10 great tips for beginning astronomers
If you're new to observing the night sky, check out our top 10 stargazing tips for beginners. We'll help you explore and expand your love for astronomy.
October 1, 2026
Space
JUICE mission completes flyby of Earth: New pics!
The JUICE mission made a successful flyby of Earth on September 28. See new images of Earth and the moon here. The spacecraft will reach Jupiter in 2031.
September 30, 2026
Space
Water systems on early Mars were complex and hot
NASA's Perseverance rover has found evidence of ancient complex water systems on early Mars, including hot hydrothermal activity.
September 30, 2026
Space
Mars calendar year begins September 30: Happy New Year, Mars!
Mars calendar year 39 begins on September 30, 2026. If you’re looking for a reason to celebrate, here’s to a Happy New Year ... on Mars.
September 30, 2026
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