From chasing the Northern Lights to witnessing a solar eclipse, why not try an astrotourism holiday in 2026?

It’s easy to get downhearted during these long weeks in the dead of winter, but all sorts of little treats can pop up to help us through. A wet day only six hours long doesn’t have a lot to offer to t

It’s a cold, clear February evening on Brighton beach. The sun has not yet dipped below the horizon and the last of the light is that strange, luminescent blue that presages dusk. Hundreds of pairs of

1 Thursday The Moon’s libration makes it favourable for viewing features near the southern pole today. At 21:06 UT, Saturn’s largest moon, Titan, can be seen emerging from behind Saturn’s disc. Callis

When the first Android tablets and iPads went on sale in 2010, some tech experts predicted they would replace PCs and laptops altogether. But as smartphones became larger and more powerful, attention

Smart telescopes have transformed the way we approach astronomy. Tasks that once required detailed knowledge of mounts, scopes, accessories and software are now handled automatically. The downside is