Sometimes people accidentally make good points while believing they are making the opposite point. Right before the eclipse, liberal activist David Pepper asked an easy-to-answer question whose answer ...

“To promote an appreciation for the art and science of amateur astronomy among the general public,” is the vision statement for The Greater Hazleton Area Astronomical Society and something they’ve ...

During many of my public stargazing programs, I’m frequently asked, “What kind of telescope should I buy?” If you’re considering presenting that special stargazer in your life with a telescope this ...

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When kids are asked for their favorite topics in science, astronomy (along with dinosaurs) is always high on the list. As a "gateway" to science education, astronomy is essential to the curriculum in ...

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. After guiding us across the universe, astrophysicist and Space.com columnist Paul Sutter closes ...

It’s not just observing star clusters or planets that creates delight. Celestial knowledge can be just as exciting, especially when it comes with weighty implications. This month, let’s consider 10 ...

This is a course in basic astronomy, which will provide an overview of our current understanding of the universe around us. Topics will include the origin of the universe, galaxies, stars, planets, ...

Hammond Public Library reference librarian Amanda Horton leads a program series on basic astronomy. An upcoming program at 7 p.m. Wednesday will focus on planets and the Draconids Meteor Shower, which ...