Earth's Moon: Formation, Composition and Orbit

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How to use monoculars for stargazing

By Matt Morris published

Monoculars offer a highly portable option for powerful stargazing wherever you are. Our handy guide will help you use them to spot objects in the night sky.

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A hand holding a night vision monocular in front of optical gear.

Are night vision monoculars good for skywatching?

By Matt Morris published

Night vision monoculars are hi-tech pieces of kit, but can they help us see celestial objects in areas with light pollution?

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an illustration of starry night sky

New moon December 2024: A young moon passes Venus

By Jesse Emspak published

Stargazing
a cartoon moons hangs from above, kind eyes staring down into the night. words at the bottom read google doodle lunar calendar

Lunar Google Doodle celebrates half-lit third quarter moon each month with interactive card game

By Samantha Mathewson published

Google's latest Doodle celebrates November's last half moon with a fun interactive card game.

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Monocular on a wooden bench

Using a monocular for stargazing: Is it worth it?

By Matt Morris published

Are monoculars suitable for astronomy? The simple answer is yes, but with a few limitations that you should be aware of before investing.

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a bright full moon can be seen behind bright christmas lights

December full moon 2024: The Cold Moon eclipses Mars

By Jesse Emspak last updated

The Full Cold Moon of December 2024 rises on Dec. 15. Three days later, the moon will occult Mars.

Stargazing
a large supermoon is partially hidden by a rocky mountain, the moon appears large and slightly orange.

Supermoon: what is it and when is the next one?

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Reference Learn what makes a supermoon unique, how it impacts the moon's brightness, and when you can catch the next one in our ultimate supermoon guide.

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A small grey moon passes in front of the earth, over the pacific ocean.

October's new moon will bring us a spectacular 'ring of fire' eclipse

By Jesse Emspak published

October's new moon will occur today (Oct. 2) and create a dazzling annular solar eclipse.

Stargazing
a full moon glows orange at dusk over a castle on a hill

October full moon 2024 guide: The Hunter's Moon is super

By Jesse Emspak last updated

The full moon of October, called the Hunter's Moon, will grace our skies on Oct. 17 — and it will be a "supermoon" as well.

Stargazing
supermoon appearing orange/red above a row of houses. The moon is reflected in the water body below.

How to photograph a supermoon

By Tom Ormerod last updated

Learn what will give you the best chance of capturing stunning photos of supermoons, including the Harvest Moon next week.

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