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Black holes could have planets, new simulations suggest
New simulations by 2 astrophysicists suggest that supermassive black holes could have planets orbiting them, much like planets orbit stars.
October 8, 2026
Sun
Sun news: Sun stuff targets Earth, auroras ahead!
Sun news, October 8, 2026: A CME from October 6 heads for Earth, with G2 storms likely on October 9. AR4549 dominates flaring. A second CME may graze us.
Astronomy Essentials
Tonight
Visible planets and night sky guide for October
Visible planets and night sky guide. Tomorrow morning, look for the thin crescent moon close to the horizon, with Jupiter and the star Regulus nearby.
October 7, 2026
Today's Image
Moon and Jupiter pics here! A cosmic hide-and-seek
On Tuesday morning, the moon slid in front of Jupiter, blocking it from view. Our EarthSky community shared their moon and Jupiter pics.
October 7, 2026
Earth
Kelvin waves: Will El Niño bring coastal flooding to American west?
As El Niño continues to strengthen, it could cause Kelvin waves to move east and eventually trigger coastal flooding in the North American west.
October 7, 2026
Tonight
Find the Andromeda Galaxy using Cassiopeia
Leave the city behind this weekend and go galaxy-hunting! Cassiopeia - one of the easiest constellations to identify - points the way to the Andromeda Galaxy.
October 7, 2026
Space
Solar system’s most bizarre moons! Take the tour
The solar system’s most bizarre moons reveal active, complex worlds that continue to surprise scientists. Are any of them harboring life?
October 6, 2026
Earth
Hurricane Nolo is now Typhoon Nolo. Where is it going next?
Hurricane Nolo became Typhoon Nolo on October 4, 2026, after crossing the International Date Line. It is slowly churning toward Japan.
October 6, 2026
Astronomy Essentials
Flashing star in autumn? Here are 3 candidates
Flashing star in October? Discover 3 bright stars that shimmer in red, green and other colors, and find out why they put on this dazzling show.
October 6, 2026
Astronomy Essentials
Human World
Smart scopes are amazing. Here’s why I love mine
There are many different smart scopes on the market today. They're great for astrophotos. Info here. Plus stunning photos made with smart scopes!
October 6, 2026
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