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This NASA graphic offers an introduction to the constellations visible in the Northern Hemisphere. (Image credit: NASA) The constellations in the night sky are connected to myth and legend, as well as the unscientific concepts of astrology. But they also have held importance and usefulness to science and exploration throughout history and still today. Stars … Read more
Over the years, many have asked me to recommend books to help them in their study of the stars and constellations. In this column, I’ll provide reviews of three books that I consulted during my formative years in the hobby. All three proved most valuable to me for my then-burgeoning interest in astronomy and I’m … Read more
The new moon occurs Tuesday (Feb. 1), at 12:46 a.m. EST (0546 GMT), a day before the moon makes a close approach to the planet Jupiter in the night sky. New moons occur when the sun and moon share the same celestial longitude, a projection of the Earth’s own longitude lines on the celestial sphere. … Read more
The full moon of January, called the Wolf Moon, will occur Monday, Jan. 17, at 6:48 p.m. EST (1148 GMT), according to NASA. Moonrise in New York City is at 4:31 p.m. that afternoon, according to Time and Date. The moon will be in the constellation Virgo and rises about 24 minutes before sunset. The … Read more