Skywatchers across large parts of the world are preparing for a rare celestial spectacle as the September 7–8 total lunar eclipse blood moon approaches. While millions will step outdoors simply to ...

We had just enough breaks in the clouds to enjoy the Mars-moon conjunction last night. I loved seeing the color contrast between the two celestial bodies, something you can really only appreciate when ...

While Android phones may have the edge for nightscape photography, the latest iPhone 15 series has vastly improved its ability to capture stunning night sky shots. Despite the jokes about iPhones ...

February's 'Snow Moon' full moon has arrived, and while it's not a supermoon like January's ‘Wolf Moon’, it's still possible to capture jaw-dropping lunar photographs. The moon is one of nature's ...

"Astro" Bob King is a freelance writer for the News Tribune. Read more of his work at astrobob.areavoices.com. The waning moon and Mars rise in tandem over Lake Superior from Duluth, Minn. last night.