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Winter solstice 2024 brings shortest day of the year to Northern Hemisphere today
By Samantha Mathewson published
The winter solstice marks the official start of the astronomical winter, as the sun reaches its most southerly point in the sky as seen from Earth. This seasonal change occurs on Dec. 21, 2024.
Space pictures! See our space image of the day
By Space.com Staff last updated
Space.com's image of the day rounds up the most awe-inspiring space photos right here, with a new image everyday.
The Ursid meteor shower peaks this weekend. Here's what to expect from the final 'shooting stars' of 2024
By Stefanie Waldek published
The last meteor shower of the year peaks in the early morning hours of Dec. 22.
Aurora forecast — Where to see the northern lights tonight
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
The latest aurora forecast for tonight help you make sure you're in the right place at the right time to see the northern lights.
Night sky for tonight: Visible planets, stars and more in this evening's sky
By Jamie Carter last updated
Find out what you can see in the night sky for tonight, from planets and stars to dazzling meteor showers.
Leica binocular deals: The lowest prices this holiday season 2024
By Ian Evenden last updated
Leica binocular deals may be a rare sighting, but we've rounded up the lowest prices currently available.
Zeiss binoculars deals: Our favorite deals of 2024
By Ian Evenden last updated
Zeiss binoculars deals are tough to spot... but we're keeping an eye out for them.
Nikon binoculars deals 2024: The best prices this holiday season
By Ian Evenden last updated
Deals Here's our handy guide to all the best Nikon binoculars deals with something for every level of astronomer and budget.
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