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US Southwest wildfires still burning
Across the US Southwest - amid a record-breaking heat wave - fires that started in early June continue to burn.
June 26, 2017
How much traffic on eclipse day?
Expert analysis showing how many people - and how much traffic congestion - can be expected along the path of the August 21, 2017 total solar eclipse.
June 26, 2017
NASA’s plans for August 21 eclipse
Not traveling to the centerline of the eclipse? Expect NASA images via 11 spacecraft, at least 3 aircraft, more than 50 high-altitude balloons, and the International Space Station.
June 26, 2017
Moon in front of Cancer on June 26
Crescent moon in front of Cancer the Crab on June 26, 2017. Plus a word about the difference between signs and constellations of the zodiac.
June 26, 2017
Saturday night’s extremely young moon
Photo and animation of an extremely young moon - only 18 hours past the new phase - setting over a hill last night, as seen from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
June 25, 2017
Young moon after sunset June 25
From most places worldwide, except at far-northern latitudes, the moon will set better than hour after sunset on June 25. Look for it near the sunset point.
June 25, 2017
The eclipse is just 2 lunations away
As we approach another new moon, astronomer Guy Ottewell shares his profound understanding of lunar cycles and the coming total solar eclipse.
June 23, 2017
What’s a conjunction?
When two heavenly bodies seem to come together: EarthSky community member Tom Wildoner explains the term "conjunction" in astronomy.
June 23, 2017
El Capitan on 1st day of summer
The El Capitan rock formation reflected in a flooded valley in California's Yosemite National Park.
June 23, 2017
Global coral bleaching event likely ending
Good news for coral reefs at last! After 3 years, the global coral bleaching event is likely over, scientists say.
June 22, 2017
