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Osama Fathi captured this breathtaking view of Perseids cutting through star trails from Egypt's Western Desert on Aug. 13-14.

Astrophotographer Kevin Boardman spent more than 16 hours capturing the intricate filaments of the Crescent Nebula.

Comet McNaught brightened dramatically during two outbursts around perihelion as it made a close approach to the sun.

When will Earth's shadow cover the moon next following the August 2026 partial lunar eclipse?

Follow our live coverage as we count down to the best lunar eclipse until December 2028, with the latest news, viewing tips and live updates.

See the best photos of the August 2026 partial lunar eclipse

You can catch the partial lunar eclipse live online here with these free livestreams starting at 9:23 p.m. EDT (0123 GMT).

Here's what to expect during the 5 key stages of the "almost Blood Moon" 96% partial lunar eclipse on Aug. 27-28.

Here's where the 96% partial lunar eclipse will be visible on Earth.

I journeyed to the path of totality in Spain to watch the Aug. 12 total solar eclipse with a group of passionate citizen scientists. Here's my story.

Jupiter's gravity could trigger an outburst of Perseid meteors as the 2028 shower hits its peak.

Earth's curved inner shadow will darken the moon's disk during the Aug. 27-28 partial lunar eclipse.

Orbiting spacecraft captured incredible views of the moon's shadow darkening Earth during the Aug. 12 total solar eclipse.

The Perseid meteor shower never disappoints, and we've got some great photos this year to prove it.

The first breathtaking photos of totality for the total solar eclipse 2026 are pouring in, revealing incredible views of the sun's atmosphere radiating out from behind the moon's colossal silhouette.

"If anyone does see one, they had better go play the lottery asap!"

Here's how to watch the Aug. 12 total solar eclipse live online for free.

From first contact to totality and beyond, this is what will happen during each stage of the Aug. 12 total solar eclipse.

Early risers will catch a spectacular sight in the predawn hours of Aug. 9, as the slender crescent moon shines close to the red light of Mars among the stars of the constellation Taurus.

From exact timings to cloud cover warnings, these smartphone apps will help you dial in on the 2026 total solar eclipse.

Here's what you need to know before the total solar eclipse one week from now.

Meet the citizen scientist initiative bringing you closer to totality.

Wildfires and a balletic display, these are the best photos of the July Buck Moon 2026.