This strange nebula, which sports a very long name, was discovered in 1977 and has changed dramatically over time.

High at northern latitudes lies a spectacular and unique nebula you should observe if you're not already familiar with it. The Iris Nebula (NGC 7023) is an odd reflection nebula in Cepheus, not far ...

Starting high in the Northern Hemisphere sky, I’ll be highlighting lots of stuff over the coming weeks and months. I’m going ...

Did you know that the sun is up for more hours this month than in August? August is summertime, and May is still spring, so it may not seem quite right.

One common misconception is that if it’s not raining or storming in your immediate area, you’re safe from lightning. In reality, lightning can strike as far as 25 miles away from the thunderstorm ...

The Croc's Eye and Whirlpool galaxies shine in astrophotography captured by Vermont-based night sky enthusiast Dr. Michele ...

Photographer Riste Spiroski snapped a striking view of the moon and Jupiter hanging over the ancient lake Ohrid in northern ...