Stargazers rejoice! Dec. 4 marks the start of the annual Geminid meteor shower, as Earth passes through the trail of debris ...

Stargazing can be a peaceful and rewarding activity, and these tips will help maximize your experience while enjoying the ...

If you've been outside the last night or two and noticed a star moving suspiciously fast, congratulations, you just saw the ...

Even though the shower begins tonight, the peak night will be December 13–14. This is when you will see the most meteors.

The sun arrives at the December solstice at 10:03 a.m. EST on Dec. 21. This is the farthest south the sun gets in the heavens; it begins its six-month return northward at the moment winter begins in ...

Enjoy a post-dinner stargazing session as the first-quarter moon, Saturn and the season's brightest stars light up the ...

This month will bring some striking celestial sights, including one of the year’s best meteor showers and a glowing ...

As a space reporter for The New York Times, I follow what’s happening in the stars, including eclipses, meteor showers and ...

Here’s everything you need to know about astrophotography in December 2025: ...

Jupiter and Sirius rise after dark this month, creating a striking duo that are obvious candidates for a modern-day ...

December nights are the longest — and often some of the coldest — of the year. While some may dread December’s darkness, ...

Ever wondered why stars vanish from view on night flights? It's not just altitude; bright cabin lights create window glare, ...