Visual observers and astrophotographers alike can find something amazing to observe along the plane of our galaxy.
M any know the Great Orion Nebula (M42) in Orion's Sword as a bright diffuse nebula - a glowing cloud of cosmic gas illuminated by the Trapezium star cluster. But the Orion Nebula also has a dark ...
Nebulae are captivating cosmic structures, acting as star nurseries, showcasing beauty through NASA's stunning images of ...
The wall is eroded and illuminated by bright young stars, partially not visible for being occulted behind the dust they have just created. On the left side of the dust shines the Pelican Nebula ...
This NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope image presents a visually striking collection of interstellar gas and dust. The Orion Nebula is a picture book of star formation, from the massive, young stars ...
With February’s winter nights regularly dropping below freezing, it’s tempting to take the easy way out and just stay inside.
I pick out North America’s celestial highlights for the week ahead (which also apply to mid-northern latitudes in the northern hemisphere).
Everybody Loves a Cluster with a Nebula This is NGC 2264, the Cone Nebula, and the Christmas Tree Cluster. The bright stars ...