For only the third time in history, astronomers have detected a new interstellar visitor — an object from another star — blitzing into our solar system.

When NASA's Artemis I mission successfully launches into space and begins its journey around the moon in 2022, there won't be ...

July’s predawn sky offers some rare events, providing another reason to get outdoors to enjoy the relatively cool mornings.

After you’ve been sufficiently wowed by the wonders of the universe, it’s time to tell your pals all about what you’ve been ...

Parekaia Tapiata hopes that New Zealanders will embrace Puanga, a star that might be new to some, with open arms this ...

Embark on a fascinating journey through the cosmos and explore the iconic stars known as the Three Marias in Orion’s Belt. These stars—Mintaka, Alnilam, and Alnitak—are not only among the ...

Join us on a breathtaking cosmic voyage to the Three Marys, the three stars that form the iconic belt of the Orion constellation. Known scientifically as Alnitak, Alnilam, and Mintaka, these ...

Though the stars, especially in Orion’s Belt, appear close to one another, they’re actually hundreds of light years apart. One is 800 light-years away, another is 1,300 light-years away, and ...

The Geminids, which occur every December, radiate from the constellation Gemini. Subscribe to the Times Space and Astronomy Calendar for reminders about meteor showers throughout the year.

It’s a kaleidoscope of colors.” How to find Sirius: Sirius is best seen after sunset in winter. Follow the three stars of Orion’s belt to the east, and you’ll see Sirius as a bright beacon.

To find Betelegeuse from the Northern Hemisphere in December, look due east about two hours after sunset, and you'll see the three stars of Orion's Belt — Alnitak, Alnilam and Mintaka — rising ...