Over the quarter century I’ve been writing this column, I’ve been flabbergasted by the advances in telescopes for backyard ...

Astronomers have discovered two galaxies that are perfectly aligned, allowing their combined gravitational pull to act as a ...

Each type has spin-offs. Refractor telescopes gather light with the objective lens, where light enters the scope. The wider ...

Over the quarter century I’ve been writing this column, I've been flabbergasted by the advances in telescopes for backyard ...

A compound lens forged by two galaxies is helping astronomers get a bead on the Hubble Constant and dark energy.

A major realization of Einstein’s general relativity is the fact that massive objects warp space-time in a way that is ...

An international team of astronomers has discovered an instance of two galaxies aligned in a way where their gravity acts as a compound lens. The group has written a paper describing the findings and ...

Have you ever witnessed a ship seemingly floating in mid-air? This captivating optical illusion, known as Fata Morgana, ...

Spread the loveAs we approach 2025, stargazing enthusiasts on a budget have more options than ever. Here are some top picks: ...

NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is one giant step closer to unlocking the mysteries of the universe. The mission has ...

In astrophotography, I would say 70% is technique and 30% is the equipment. I spent a lot of time learning the technique behind those incredible images of the galaxies, Zubuyer says ...

The Williams College trustees plan to preserve the Hopkins Observatory, built in 1836, for its historical value and to reactivate it as a full-scale astronomical ...