We're now just past the midpoint of astronomical winter — that moment marking the midway point between December's winter solstice and March's vernal equinox. That moment took place at 4:11 p.m.

Taking pictures of distant stars is no longer just the work of astronomers ... start to show star trails and capture their movement as they travel across the night sky, so experiment with timings.

Something wonderful has happened in photography: Ordinary people can now photograph the universe. Standing beneath the Milky Way has always been a beautiful sight, if you were lucky enough to find ...

Jamie Carter is an award-winning reporter who covers the night sky. What's that bright “star” in the sky after ... and Venus above Edinburgh Castle. Picture date: Friday January 3, 2025.

On Jan. 3, 2025, the "Evening Star" Venus and a waxing crescent ... 2025 Observing and appreciating the night sky requires no special equipment and is something people of all ages can enjoy.