NASA's newest astrophysics space telescope launched in March on a mission to create an all-sky map of the universe. Now ...

In two recent studies, researchers suggest a weakening ocean current system is to blame for a persistent cold spot in the ...

Looking for a front-row seat to the galaxy? You're in luck, because it's less than 200 miles from Pittsburgh. The big picture: Pennsylvania's own Cherry Springs State Park just landed on Forbes' list ...

Admire our galaxy’s dramatic galactic core—a sparkly bulge of stars and gas—while summer’s short ‘Milky Way season’ lasts ...

While recent research shows the night sky is getting brighter every year across North America, the Big Bend area has fended ...

Scientists have developed a new method to identify and map plastic waste in urban areas using satellite imagery, offering new ...

This is most useful for Moon observation based on timing, current environment and current light pollution maps -- ideal for Moon watchers or those who like the educational component of viewing and ...

We propose three modeling methods using a mobile sensor network to generate high spatio-temporal resolution air pollution maps for urban environments. In our deployment in Lausanne (Switzerland), ...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Astronomers have revealed a nearby spiral galaxy in all its brilliant glory, shining in thousands of colors. The dazzling panoramic shot released Wednesday of the Sculptor ...

Light pollution is a visual barrier to experiencing these important stars. Since the passage of the legislation, local councils across the country have marked the public holiday with various light ...

Globally, the visibility of stars (an indicator of the level of light pollution) decreased by 7-10% per year from 2011 to 2022 . The visibility of the night sky in New Zealand appears to be following ...