Exoplanet and star take on Cree names
An exoplanet and its home star now bear Cree names on international maps after a Canada-wide contest saw the labels rise to the top.
Mar 10, 2020
Stars & deep sky
Heart Nebula: Love in the night sky
Valentine’s Day. The perfect time for a candlelit dinner, a box of chocolates — or perhaps, if the skies are clear, a wee bit of stargazing.
Feb 14, 2020
The Sky That Nearly Stands Still
Why do some constellations linger, while others quickly exit the celestial stage?
Aug 31, 2016
Time for T
A recurring nova in Corona Borealis might be getting ready to blow.
Apr 27, 2016
Aldebaran Occulted!
The brightest star in Taurus winks out in daylight.
Apr 10, 2016
Scoping the Sombrero Galaxy
Only 30 million light-years away, M104 is the brightest galaxy in Virgo.
Apr 06, 2016
Treasures in Monoceros
Although often overlooked, the celestial unicorn has its share of delights.
Mar 03, 2016
Gemini’s Nebula Twins
Near Castor and Pollux is a strange double nebula.
Feb 03, 2016
Amazing Eta Cass
Here’s the story of a remarkable double star, Eta (η) Cassiopeiae.
Jan 06, 2016
