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Pale Blue Dot 36 years later: Earth in a sunbeam
February 14, 2026, is the 36th anniversary of the Voyager 1 image of Earth. Voyager was near Saturn when it took this image, now known as the Pale Blue Dot.
February 14, 2026
For you, Valentine. Heart photos from nature
This Valentine’s Day, we find so much to love in the many heart shapes right here on Earth and all the way out in remote spots of the universe.
February 13, 2026
Be my Valentine? Why we fall in love according to science
Be my Valentine? On this Valentine's Day 2026, read what the world of science says about the mystery we call love, and 10 reasons we fall in love.
February 13, 2026
Star dims for 9 months, likely due to giant ringed object
A star dims its light to less than 97% of its brightness for 9 months before re-brightening. How? Scientists think a giant, ringed object blocked its light.
February 13, 2026
Inside-out planetary system upends notions of formation
Scientists have found an inside-out planetary system. They did not expect to find a rocky planet out beyond the gaseous planets. How did it get there?
February 12, 2026
New clues to how giant galaxies formed in the early universe
Astronomers studying giant galaxies in the early universe have found some 40 galaxies tied together that will likely transform into 1 huge elliptical.
February 12, 2026
Great Backyard Bird Count begins February 13
Show your love for birds by joining the 2026 Great Backyard Bird Count. It's free and easy to participate in this 4-day global event. Find out how here.
February 12, 2026
Tatooine exoplanets are oddly rare, and we finally know why
Tatooine exoplanets - or planets orbiting 2 stars - are rare. And a new study from UC Berkeley says Einstein's general theory of relativity is to blame.
February 11, 2026
Year’s latest solar noon happens on February 11
February 11 has 2026's latest solar noon by the clock. Solar noon is a natural event, the instant when the sun is at its highest point for the day.
February 11, 2026
The stars Shaula and Lesath herald the coming spring
On February mornings, look for the celestial ducks returning to open water on the river of the Milky Way as the stars Shaula and Lesath make their appearance.
February 11, 2026
