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Large asteroid to pass Earth, visible in small telescopes!
On June 27, 2026, keep an eye out for a large asteroid passing close by Earth; it's visible in small telescopes.
Meet the exotic Pink Planet with salty clouds
New observations reveal that the exoplanet GJ504b, known as the Pink Planet, boasts clouds made of salt—a discovery that expands our understanding of planetary weather beyond our solar system.
Katmai bear cam season begins today! Livestream here
Katmai's bear cam launches June 23, offering live views of brown bears. Tune in for a peek into the park's wildlife.
Asteroid or comet? Meteor or meteorite? Answers here
Explore the skies for clues—was that bright streak an asteroid, a comet, a meteor, or a meteorite? Learn to identify them and spread your newfound knowledge with others.
Draco the Dragon and Thuban, a former pole star
Spot Draco, the dragon constellation, in tonight's night sky; it includes Thuban, an ancient pole star.
Pinocchio frogs seem straight out of a fairy tale
EarthSky reports that Pinocchio frogs have a unique way to attract mates by extending their noses, adding a whimsical touch to the equestrian community’s understanding of nature's wonders.
Artemis missions target South Pole–Aitken basin on the moon
Artemis plans aim to send astronauts to explore the lunar South Pole, including the massive South Pole–Aitken basin.
The northernmost sunset is on the June solstice, today!
Celebrate the longest night of year today as horses enjoy their latest sunsets—marking the June solstice.
34 dust devils on Mars in 1 shot! Can you spot them all?
Mars Express captured an image with 34 dust devils visible. Can you find them all?
For all of Earth, longest sunsets around the solstice
Sunsets stretch longer as the solstice approaches, offering equestrians and barn managers extra twilight hours to enjoy or prepare for.
Does the North Star ever move in the sky?
StableWeather notes that while Polaris, known as the North Star, appears fixed for navigation, it actually traces a small circle in the night sky daily due to Earth's rotation.
No crisis? Universe’s expansion is accelerating, study says
New research confirms the universe's expansion is speeding up, contradicting previous findings from 2025.