Latest articles by Jamie Carter
Why I'm going to Easter Island for the 'ring of fire' annular solar eclipse
The world's most remote island, where moai stand and stare at the stars, will experience an annular solar eclipse on Oct. 2, 2024. For one eclipse-chaser, it's unmissable.
Best light pollution filters for astrophotography 2025
Buying Guide Our picks of the best light pollution filters for astrophotography will reduce skyglow and unattractive color casts, making your images as vibrant as possible.
A particularly active 'aurora season' could be just weeks away
September could be a prime time to see vibrant auroras, thanks to a quirk of Earth's tilt that leads to more intense geomagnetic activity around the equinox.
16 best places to see the annular 'ring of fire' solar eclipse 2024
Explore the top 16 places to witness the breathtaking annular 'ring of fire' solar eclipse on Oct. 2, 2024. Plan an unforgettable eclipse experience with these expert recommendations.
Where can I see the annular solar eclipse on Oct. 2, 2024?
The path of annularity on Oct. 2, 2024, passes through the Pacific Ocean and South America. View detailed maps of where the eclipse will be visible here.
Where can I see the total solar eclipse on Aug. 12, 2026?
The total solar eclipse on Aug. 12, 2026, will pass over parts of Russia, Greenland, Iceland, Portugal and Spain.
Nikon Trailblazer 8x25 ATB compact binoculars review
Review Pocket-sized and portable, the Nikon Trailblazer 8x25 ATB waterproof binoculars are perfect for hiking and traveling.
Best neutral density filters in 2025
Buying Guide The best neutral density filters adjust the light transmitted into your camera, allowing for better nighttime photography.
See brilliant Venus, exquisite Earthshine and the Perseid meteor shower peak this week
Here's how to see a dazzlingly bright Venus, an eerie view of Earthshine and the peak of the Perseid meteor shower, this week.
See the moon meet Mars, follow the Arc to Arcturus and keep your eyes peeled for meteors and more this week
Discover your night sky this week, July 29 — Aug. 4, 2024, using just your naked eyes, no equipment necessary.
See the moon and Saturn meet up in the night sky tonight
Look east before midnight on July 23 and 24 to see a waning gibbous moon close to the ringed planet.
See the moon meet Saturn, watch for shooting stars and find the Northern Crown this week
Check out these stargazing targets that you can see with the naked eye this week (July 22 to July 28), from planetary meet-ups to meteor showers and more!
Look up! See the Perseid meteor shower, Full Thunder Moon and more this week
Discover your night sky this week, July 15-21, 2024, using just your naked eyes.
How, when and where to see 2024's second 'Manhattanhenge' this week
New Yorkers can view 2024's third and fourth "Manhattanhenge" moments at sunset on two nights this weekend.
10 tips for planning your 2026 solar eclipse trip
Check out these 10 top tips for planning your eclipse experience to make sure you get the most out of the total solar eclipse on Aug. 12, 2026.
16 best places to see the 2026 total solar eclipse
Here are 16 of the best places to see the total solar eclipse on Aug. 12, 2026. The eclipse will be visible from remote Russian Siberia to eastern Greenland, western Iceland and northern Spain.
Space photo of the week: 'Earthrise,' the Christmas Eve image that changed the world
Snapped from lunar orbit in 1968 by NASA astronaut Bill Anders, who died this week at age 90, 'Earthrise' is perhaps the most iconic image of our planet ever taken.
The 1st 'major lunar standstill' in more than 18 years is about to occur. Here's how to see it
A major lunar standstill is about to occur. The phenomenon happens every 18.6 years when the moon rises and sets at its most extreme points on the horizon, while also climbing to its highest and lowest point in the sky.
Three bright stars mark the beginning of summer. Here's how to spot the 'Summer Triangle' this week.
The appearance this week of the three bright Summer Triangle stars — Vega, Deneb and Altair — marks the beginning of summer in the Northern Hemisphere. Here's how to spot them.
10 top tips for planning your 2027 solar eclipse trip
From understanding the weather to seeing the Milky Way, here's how to plan a trip to see the total solar eclipse on Aug. 2, 2027.
A 'new star' could appear in the sky any night now. Here's how to see the Blaze Star ignite
T Coronae Borealis will erupt with a magnificent explosion sometime between now and September, becoming visible to the unaided eye. Here's how to find it when it does.
16 best places to see the 2027 total solar eclipse
Here are the best scenic spots and ideal locations across Southern Europe, North Africa and the Middle East to see the total solar eclipse on Aug. 2, 2027.
Where will the 2027 total solar eclipse on Aug. 2 be visible?
A total solar eclipse on Aug 2, 2027, will be visible across southern Europe, North Africa and the Middle East. Find out more about where to see the 'eclipse of the century' in our guide.
