Earth's satellite problem is only getting worse as time goes on and more satellites are sent into orbit. One of the chief issues with the number of satellites in orbit is how much they can affect our ...

Here is everything I saw with a smart telescope in a light-polluted city including galaxies, nebulas and star clusters.

Light pollution from human activity can threaten radio astronomy – and people's view of the night sky. Estellez/iStock via Getty Images Outdoor lighting for buildings, roads and advertising can help ...

Artificial light, while beneficial to humans, has disrupted the natural day-night cycle and created light pollution, negatively affecting wildlife. Humans also suffer from light pollution, ...

Dreaming of camping under the stars? Make the night sky sparkle at your favorite DarkSky location by following these rules to ...

When night falls in the Atacama Desert in northern Chile, brilliant constellations shine down on the dry plains.

Recent scientific findings have revealed a startling connection between nighttime light exposure and cognitive health, particularly regarding early-onset Alzheimer’s disease. This groundbreaking ...

Light pollution is the poor management and distribution of artificial lighting released into the natural environment. Michelle Wooten, Ph.D., assistant professor of astronomy in the Department of ...

Researchers say that exposure to bright outside lights at night could increase your odds of developing Alzheimer’s disease more than other risk factors, especially for young people. “We show that in ...