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Geminid meteor shower peaks this week: Here's what to expect from the last big meteor shower of the year
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
The Geminid meteor shower is one of the most anticipated meteor showers of the year and with good reason!
Best photo editing apps for astrophotography 2024
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide We've rounded up the best photo editing apps for astrophotography, perfect for boosting colors and improving the clarity of your images.
Best cameras for low light photography in 2024
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide The best cameras for low light photography let you shoot effortlessly in dark conditions without boosting the ISO too high — check out our favorite models.
See the moon cozy up to Saturn during 'conjunction' Dec. 8
By Samantha Mathewson published
On Sunday (Dec. 8), the moon will pass near Saturn, sharing the same right ascension in an event known as a conjunction. Viewers can expect to see the moon near Saturn shortly after sunset.
See Jupiter at its biggest and brightest this weekend
By Samantha Mathewson published
Jupiter will reach opposition on Dec. 7, rising opposite of the sun as seen from Earth. It will also make its closest approach to us, appearing brighter in our sky.
Geminid meteor shower peaks Dec. 13 alongside a bright moon. Here's how to see it
By Joe Rao published
The December Geminids — one of the best meteor showers of the year — will be adversely affected by bright moonlight, appearing the on the night before the full moon.
Telescopes at Best Buy: Deals in stock 2024
By Ruth Gaukrodger last updated
We've combed through all the telescopes at Best Buy, looking for new deals and checking stock levels on popular models.
Telescopes on Amazon: The best deals 2024
By Ruth Gaukrodger last updated
Telescopes on Amazon are in abundance, so we've scoped out the best deals that are available.
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