The Andromeda galaxy is roughly 2.5 million light-years away, and yet it’s the most distant object visible to the human eye. Also known as Messier 31 (M31), Andromeda is the Milky Way's nearest major galaxy.
It's the spooky Hallowe'en season again, and we're sharing with you six stargazing sights that might send shivers down your spine. Keep reading for skulls, witches and more.
We honour Félicette, the first cat in space, and explore some of the most interesting journeys to the stars made by animals.
In 2006, the International Astronomical Union (IAU) ruled that Pluto wasn't a planet. To say not everyone was happy is an understatement.
Sometimes, when you're starting out stargazing, you know you want to look at the stars and the planets, but you don't know what you want to look at: or where you should look. That's why we've put together a short list this month of six sights that are a must-see for amateur stargazers, including a couple you can see with the naked eye, no equipment required.
Mars missions have historically been challenging, but they promise such great rewards. Here are some upcoming red planet missions we're getting excited about.
