A total lunar eclipse known as a blood moon will light part of the sky in red overnight. This remarkable phenomenon occurs ...

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Look west and see the sun set. Look east, the full moon rises. Seeing this phenomenon is impressive, but not unique, according to the Journal's astronomy expert, Kevin McKeown. In April, September, ...

Spring is almost here — officially, at least. The vernal equinox arrives on March 20, marking the start of the spring season for the Northern Hemisphere. But what does that actually mean?

As the spring equinox approaches, northern lights hunters will scour the skies for breathtaking displays of color.

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Understanding the difference between astronomical and meteorological spring can help explain why the seasons don’t always ...

As the Earth tilts and the sun aligns perfectly with the grandeur of Angkor Wat's central tower, the most iconic temple in Cambodia offers an awe-inspiring spectacle that draws visitors from across ...

In Egypt, the Great Sphinx is believed to align with the rising sun on the day of the equinox, highlighting the ancient Egyptians’ sophisticated understanding of astronomy. Similarly ...

As we near the spring equinox, also known as the vernal equinox ... associate professor of physics and astronomy at the University of Iowa. The trend is expected to continue throughout 2025 ...