Here’s how to see what scientists think may have been the Star of Bethlehem as told in the story of Christmas.

It’s a hotly debated topic in astronomy: what was the “Star of Bethlehem” or “Christmas Star?” Go outside this week, and you’d be forgiven for answering “planet” because there are ...

In fact, on Jan. 12, when it will be closest to Earth, it will appear 45% brighter than it will be on Christmas night and will almost be a match for Sirius, the brightest star in the sky.

NASA described that the stars appear in blue and white lights because of the X-rays they give off, which the Chandra X-ray ...

This week, three bright planets are making that case to be this year's “Star of Bethlehem” or “Christmas Star,” with Jupiter, Mars and Venus all shining brightly. The legend of a bright ...