Today: 8 February 2026
Subscribe
Browse Category

Stargazing News 9 October 2025 - 24 December 2025

Night Sky Today: What to See Tonight on Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, 2025 — Crescent Moon, Saturn, Jupiter, ISS Flyby and Aurora Chances

Night Sky Today: What to See Tonight on Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, 2025 — Crescent Moon, Saturn, Jupiter, ISS Flyby and Aurora Chances

A waxing crescent Moon, about 20% illuminated, will be visible in the southwest after sunset on December 24, 2025. The International Space Station is expected to make bright flybys, with good visibility in parts of North America and Europe. Elevated aurora chances are forecast at higher latitudes due to solar activity. Jupiter and Saturn remain prominent in the evening sky.
24 December 2025
·
Night Sky Tonight (Dec. 21, 2025): Winter Solstice Stargazing, Ursid Meteor Shower Peak, Jupiter’s Glow — and Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS

Night Sky Tonight (Dec. 21, 2025): Winter Solstice Stargazing, Ursid Meteor Shower Peak, Jupiter’s Glow — and Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS

The December solstice occurs Sunday, bringing the longest night of the year for the Northern Hemisphere. A thin crescent Moon will keep skies dark for the peak of the Ursid meteor shower overnight. Jupiter remains prominent, while comet 3I/ATLAS lingers after its closest approach to Earth two nights earlier. Stonehenge drew thousands for solstice sunrise celebrations.
21 December 2025
··
Night Sky Tonight (Dec. 18, 2025): Watch Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS Live, Plus Moon–Mercury Dawn Pairing, Jupiter and Aurora Chances

Night Sky Tonight (Dec. 18, 2025): Watch Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS Live, Plus Moon–Mercury Dawn Pairing, Jupiter and Aurora Chances

Dec. 18, 2025 — If you’re planning to look up tonight, the sky has a rare mix of “big news” and easy wins. The headline event is an interstellar visitor—Comet 3I/ATLAS—making its closest pass by Earth (and getting a free livestream). Meanwhile, the Moon is down to a razor-thin crescent, setting up a pre-dawn scene with Mercury that’s short, low, and beautiful if you catch it on time. Add a bright Jupiter, a golden Saturn, and a minor geomagnetic storm forecast that could help aurora watchers at higher latitudes, and Dec. 18 becomes one of those winter nights worth bundling up for. Below is a practical, location-flexible guide
18 December 2025
·
Night Sky Tonight (December 16, 2025): What to See After Dark — Meteors, Planets, an Interstellar Comet, and Aurora Updates

Night Sky Tonight (December 16, 2025): What to See After Dark — Meteors, Planets, an Interstellar Comet, and Aurora Updates

Comet 3I/ATLAS, an interstellar comet, is making its closest approach to Earth this week, passing about 270 million km away. United Launch Alliance’s Atlas V rocket launched 27 Amazon broadband satellites from Cape Canaveral early Tuesday, marking ULA’s final launch of 2025. The Moon is a slim crescent tonight, offering dark skies for meteor and comet watching.
16 December 2025
··
Night Sky Tonight (Dec. 15, 2025): Geminids Encore, Orion Nebula Peak, and a Rare Interstellar Comet Turns Green

Night Sky Tonight (Dec. 15, 2025): Geminids Encore, Orion Nebula Peak, and a Rare Interstellar Comet Turns Green

Comet 3I/ATLAS, a rare interstellar object, is brightening and glowing green in new images, drawing attention from astronomers worldwide. The Geminid meteor shower continues to produce visible meteors after its peak. Aurora activity remains limited to far northern latitudes. A deep-space radio study found no evidence of a black hole in Omega Centauri.
15 December 2025
··
Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS Today (December 8, 2025): Latest NASA Images, ‘Serial Killer’ Debate and How to See the Visitor from Another Star

Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS Today (December 8, 2025): Latest NASA Images, ‘Serial Killer’ Debate and How to See the Visitor from Another Star

Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS will pass Earth on December 19, 2025, after racing through the inner solar system at 58 km/s. New Hubble images, Mars orbiter data, and a Harvard analysis have renewed scientific attention in the last two days. NASA’s PUNCH mission tracked the comet behind the Sun, while early estimates suggest a nucleus up to 6 km wide.
9 December 2025
·
Moon Tonight, December 5, 2025: How to See the Last Cold Supermoon of the Year

Moon Tonight, December 5, 2025: How to See the Last Cold Supermoon of the Year

On Friday night, December 5, 2025, the Moon is still basking in the glow of the year’s final full “Cold” supermoon — and to the naked eye, it will look gloriously full all over again. The exact moment of full phase occurred yesterday (Thursday, December 4), when the Moon reached peak illumination around 23:14 UTC (early December 5 in parts of Asia and Australia).Time and Date+1 But astronomers and skywatchers agree: the Moon appears full for several nights in a row, and tonight’s Moon is still more than 99% illuminated, qualifying as a spectacular encore to the main event.Time and Date+3TheSkyLive+3Moon phases+3 Across the globe,
5 December 2025
·
December Full Moon 2025: Cold Moon Supermoon Peaks Tonight – Times, Pleiades Occultation, Astrology & Viewing Guide

December Full Moon 2025: Cold Moon Supermoon Peaks Tonight – Times, Pleiades Occultation, Astrology & Viewing Guide

On Thursday, 4 December 2025, the final full Moon of the year lights up the sky — and it’s a big one. December’s full Moon, traditionally called the Cold Moon, will also be a supermoon, reaching peak brightness at 23:14 UTC (6:14 p.m. Eastern Time, 11:14 p.m. in the UK).Time and Date+2WIRED+2 It’s not just another pretty Moon. Astronomers note that this Cold Moon is: On top of that, many skywatchers spent last night watching the Moon glide past — and in some regions directly in front of — the famous Pleiades star cluster, a rare lunar occultation that sets
4 December 2025
Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS: Latest Discoveries, Alien Debate and How to See It in December 2025

Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS: Latest Discoveries, Alien Debate and How to See It in December 2025

Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS is turning December 2025 into one of the most dramatic months in modern astronomy. The icy visitor from another star system is firing powerful jets, showing signs of possible “ice volcanoes,” pulsing with a 16‑hour light pattern and inspiring everything from rigorous science to wild alien‑probe speculation. At the same time, NASA and ESA have tightened its trajectory, confirmed it poses no threat to Earth, and used it as a live-fire drill for planetary‑defense planning. NASA Science+2Universe Today+2 Here’s a detailed look at what 3I/ATLAS is, what the newest data show as of 2 December 2025, why some people think it might
2 December 2025
·
Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS Makes Closest Approach to Earth on December 19, 2025 — How to See It and Why It Matters

Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS Makes Closest Approach to Earth on December 19, 2025 — How to See It and Why It Matters

Updated December 1, 2025 On Friday, December 19, 2025, an ancient visitor from another star system will make its closest pass to Earth. Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS will sweep by at a distance of about 170 million miles (270 million kilometers) — nearly twice as far away as the Sun and more than 700 times the distance to the Moon.NASA Science+1 It poses no danger whatsoever, but it does offer a once‑in‑a‑lifetime chance: a front‑row seat to the third confirmed interstellar object in history, after 1I/ʻOumuamua and 2I/Borisov.NASA Science+1 Now through mid‑December is the prime observing window for skywatchers with telescopes and for the global fleet of
2 December 2025
·
December 2025 Night Sky Guide: Supermoon, Geminids and Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS Light Up the Month

December 2025 Night Sky Guide: Supermoon, Geminids and Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS Light Up the Month

December 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting skywatching months in years. As of December 1, space agencies and observatories are rolling out fresh forecasts: NASA has just published its “What’s Up: December 2025”guide, National Geographic has highlighted nine must‑see night sky events, and EarthSky has released an updated visible‑planets report for the month.National Geographic+2NASA Science+2 On top of that, the Sun has erupted with a powerful X‑class solar flare on November 30, 2025, adding extra intrigue for anyone hoping for auroras around the winter solstice.NASA Science Below is a detailed, Google News–ready guide to the key
2 December 2025
·
Comets in the Night Sky November–December 2025: How to See Lemmon, ATLAS and Interstellar Visitor 3I/ATLAS Tonight (24 November)

Comets in the Night Sky November–December 2025: How to See Lemmon, ATLAS and Interstellar Visitor 3I/ATLAS Tonight (24 November)

Updated: 24 November 2025 On this late November night, the sky is crowded with icy visitors. A bright green comet, a shattered golden comet, a new long‑period “Swan,” and a rare interstellar comet are all sharing the stage — and today, 24 November 2025, they’re also making headlines. NASA has just released close‑up images of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS from spacecraft orbiting Mars, while astronomers continue to track the evolving fragments of C/2025 K1 (ATLAS) and the still‑naked‑eye C/2025 A6 (Lemmon).Universe Today+2IFLScience+2 Below is your practical, observer‑friendly guide to which comets you can actually see in the sky in late November and through December 2025, plus a rundown of
24 November 2025
·
Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS Today: Tail, Radio Signal & Viewing Guide

Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS Today: Tail, Radio Signal & Viewing Guide

15 November 2025 – Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS has survived its close swing past the Sun, grown a spectacular ion tail, emitted its first detected radio signal, and had its orbit nailed down with help from a spacecraft at Mars. At the same time, the object is fueling another round of online “alien probe” speculation – which new data strongly undercuts. Here’s a deep, news-style roundup of everything we know about 3I/ATLAS as of today and what skywatchers can actually do with it tonight. Key facts about 3I/ATLAS at a glance (15 November 2025) Today’s headlines: survival, speculation and a clearer
15 November 2025
·
Rare Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS – a 10-Billion-Year-Old Time Capsule – Flies Past Mars

Can You See Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS? Naked-Eye, Camera and Telescope Guide (November–December 2025)

Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS has rocketed into headlines: it’s only the third known visitor from another star system, it just swung around the Sun, it’s growing a dramatic tail, and it’s even been detected in radio waves – prompting a flurry of “is it aliens?” stories. NASA Science+2Live Science+2 But if you’re a skywatcher, the burning question is simpler: Can I actually see comet 3I/ATLAS with my eyes, my camera, or my telescope? Here’s the short answer, then we’ll dive into the details. Quick answer The rest of this article explains how bright 3I/ATLAS actually is, where it is in the sky right now, and what gear you realistically
14 November 2025
Sky‑Spectacle Alert: 15 U.S. States Could See the Northern Lights Tonight—Everything You Must Know Before You Look Up

Northern Lights UK & Ireland Tonight (12 November 2025): Aurora Forecast, Cloud Cover, Best Times and Where to Look

Dateline: Wednesday, 12 November 2025 The aurora borealis is on the cards again tonight across the UK and Ireland thanks to a run of powerful solar eruptions. Forecasters warn that while geomagnetic conditions could reach severe to extreme levels, cloud will be the main spoiler for many, with the best breaks most likely in the far north of Scotland and, at times, southeast England. Ireland sees rain easing south of a band lingering across Ulster and north Connacht. Expect a dynamic night where space weather is lively and surface weather decides who actually gets the show. Met Office+2Met Office+2 TL;DR
12 November 2025
·
Sky on Fire Tonight: Giant ‘Solar Canyon’ Aims 800‑km/s Wind at Earth—Northern Lights Could Ignite 15 U.S. States & Test Global Tech

Northern Lights Tonight (Nov. 7, 2025): NOAA Issues G3 Geomagnetic Storm Watch—Where and When to See the Aurora Across the U.S.

Published: November 7, 2025 The Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC) at NOAA says a coronal mass ejection (CME) is arriving and has a G3 (Strong) geomagnetic storm watch in effect through Nov. 6–7 (UTC), with another, slower CME likely to bring G2 (Moderate) conditions on Nov. 8. Translation: the aurora borealis could dip unusually far south tonight, with the best odds across the northern tier of the United States and parts of the Midwest and Northeast. NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center+1 Overnight into Thursday, a first wave already pushed Earth to G3 storm levels—a strong event on the 1–5 scale—setting
7 November 2025
·
Night Sky in November 2025: Biggest Supermoon of the Year, Leonids Meteor Shower, Uranus at Opposition & More

Night Sky in November 2025: Biggest Supermoon of the Year, Leonids Meteor Shower, Uranus at Opposition & More

November 2025 is packed with sky shows: the year’s largest supermoon, a dark‑sky Leonids peak, a potential Taurid “swarm” of bright fireballs, Uranus glowing at opposition, plus photogenic Moon pairings and two star occultations. All dates below are given in UTC; convert to your local time. Key dates at a glance The month’s headliner: the year’s biggest supermoon (Nov 5) November’s full Moon reaches peak phase at 13:19 UTC on Nov 5, the same day it reaches perigee, making this the closest (largest and brightest) full Moon of 2025. Many outlets are calling it the year’s biggest supermoon; expect it
5 November 2025
··
Beaver Moon 2025 Tonight: See the Year’s Biggest Supermoon on Nov. 5 — Peak Time, How to Watch, Names & Live Streams

Beaver Moon 2025 Tonight: See the Year’s Biggest Supermoon on Nov. 5 — Peak Time, How to Watch, Names & Live Streams

Published: Nov. 5, 2025 The November Beaver Moon rises tonight as 2025’s largest and brightest full supermoon, a perigee‑side spectacle that will glow impressively both this evening and tomorrow evening. Below is your complete, up‑to‑the‑minute guide—timings, why it’s “super,” why this full moon has two popular names this year, how to watch from anywhere, tide notes, plus a roundup of what major outlets are reporting today. Quick facts at a glance When and where to look tonight Why two names this year: Beaver Moon and Hunter’s Moon Bottom line: Both names are in circulation this year—many calendars will say Beaver
5 November 2025
Last Chance to See Rare Green Comet Lemmon – A Once-in-a-Millennium Sky Spectacle

Last Chance to See Rare Green Comet Lemmon – A Once-in-a-Millennium Sky Spectacle

A Once-in-a-Millennium Visitor Lights Up the Sky If you haven’t been skywatching lately, now is the time – Comet C/2025 A6, nicknamed Lemmon, is putting on its best show in late October 2025. This rare comet was first spotted in January by the Mount Lemmon Survey in Arizonasfgate.com. Since then it has been steadily brightening as it races toward the inner solar systemspace.com. By this week, Comet Lemmon reached magnitude ~4, making it one of the brightest comets of the year and borderline visible to the unaided eye under ideal conditionsskyatnightmagazine.com. For context, that’s about as bright as the dimmest
26 October 2025
Double Meteor Shower Spectacle: Draconid and Orionid Displays Will Light Up October’s Night Sky

Meteor Storm or Moonlit Fizzle? Draconid ‘Dragon’ Meteor Shower Peaks Tonight with Skywatchers on Alert

The Draconids: A “Dragon” in the Night Sky Every October, the Draconid meteor shower gives skywatchers a chance – however slim – to see fireballs from the Dragon. The Draconids occur when Earth passes through dust debris shed by Comet 21P/Giacobini–Zinner, a small periodic comet that orbits the sun every 6.6 yearsts2.tech. As these cometary bits hit Earth’s atmosphere at a relatively languid pace, they burn up and streak across the sky as meteors (often called “shooting stars”)ts2.tech. The Draconids take their name from the constellation Draco, from which the meteors appear to radiate. Because Draco is a northern constellation (its “head” near the dragon’s
9 October 2025
··
1 2 3

Stock Market Today

Vodafone share price: Buyback kicks off, but Germany recovery is the next test for VOD.L

Vodafone share price: Buyback kicks off, but Germany recovery is the next test for VOD.L

8 February 2026
Vodafone (VOD.L) bought 27.1 million shares this week as its new buyback began, with the stock closing Friday up 1.47% at 110.6p after a sharp drop the day before. Investors remain focused on Germany’s service-revenue growth and the pace of buybacks ahead of Monday’s open. The company maintained full-year guidance after reporting 5.4% group service revenue growth in Q3, with Germany up 0.7%.
Experian stock price: Why EXPN slid on Friday and what investors watch next week

Experian stock price: Why EXPN slid on Friday and what investors watch next week

8 February 2026
Experian shares fell 4.65% to 2,499 pence at Friday’s close, near a 52-week low, after the company disclosed further purchases under its new $1 billion buyback. About 5.8 million shares traded. The drop followed a volatile week for European data firms amid AI disruption concerns. Investors await U.S. inflation data and peer results ahead of Monday’s open.
Go toTop