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.

Venus-Jupiter conjunction 2026. Wow! Best photos here

The Venus-Jupiter conjunction for 2026 is here! Enjoy these stunning photos from around the world as the sky’s brightest planets have been drawing closer.

Visible planets and night sky guide for June

Visible planets and night sky guide. Look for brilliant Venus and bright Jupiter very close together in the west after sunset.

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.

Sun news: Sun-stuff arrives, but disturbance only mild

Sun news for June 9, 2026: The eagerly anticipated blast of sun-stuff arrived yesterday, but only triggered mild disturbance.

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.

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.

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.

Celebrate World Oceans Day today, June 8, 2026

World Oceans Day is a day to honor our connection to Earth’s oceans and to learn what we can do to protect ocean habitats. Celebrate World Oceans Day on June 8.

Best deep-sky photos of May 2026 from the EarthSky community

Enjoy this gallery of deep-sky photos from May 2026 by our EarthSky community. If you have a great photo to share, we'd love to see it!