Space
Comet 3I/ATLAS has methane, unexpected discovery reveals
New analysis of data from the Webb space telescope shows that Comet 3I/ATLAS has methane. This shows its origin is different from comets in our solar system.
Earth
Severe weather in the upper Midwest expected today
Severe weather is expected today and tomorrow across the Midwest and Great Lakes. Tornadoes, destructive wind and large hail are possible.
Astronomy Essentials
Tonight

Visible planets and night sky guide for June

Visible planets and night sky guide. Venus and Jupiter are still close together after Monday's conjunction. Look for them and Mercury in the west after sunset.
Constellations

Lyra the Harp contains Vega, a summer gem

The constellation Lyra the Harp hosts the 2nd brightest star in the northern sky, Vega. Look for it on northern summer nights.
Sun

Sun news: Solar Cycle 25 activity rises again

Sun news for June 10, 2026: The latest Solar Cycle 25 update shows some recovery, with May's sunspot number rising above that of the previous 3 months.
Spaceflight

NASA announces Artemis 3 astronauts: See them here

On June 9, 2026, NASA announced the 4 astronauts who will fly aboard the Artemis 3 mission. Artemis 3 is currently scheduled to launch in 2027.
Earth

California faults under record stress, study finds

A new model of 1,000 years of earthquake history along 2 California faults has revealed that these faults are under record levels of stress.
Astronomy Essentials
Space

Top 10 space objects to see during the day

Love astronomy, but don't like to stay up late? Here are the top 10 space objects you can see - under the right conditions - during the day.
Tonight

Venus-Jupiter conjunction: Sky’s 2 brightest planets to meet

Get ready for a spectacular Venus-Jupiter conjunction! Don't miss these planets getting closer after sunset each day. The big event happens on June 8 and 9.
Human World

What is The Hum? Scientists provide an update

For decades, people around the world have reported hearing The Hum. What is it? A new study helps narrow down possible answers.