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'A real revolution': The James Webb telescope is upending our understanding of the biggest, oldest black holes in the universe For years, the James Webb Space Telescope has been spotting enormous black holes in the early universe that defy all expectations. Now, astronomers are finally deciphering the origins of these cosmic behemoths.
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An ocean the size of the Arctic once covered half of Mars, new images hint Mars may have been a "blue planet" with an ocean the size of today's Arctic Ocean, a new study suggests.
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Dark matter and neutrinos may interact, hinting at 'fundamental breakthrough' in particle physics Astronomers found evidence that dark matter and neutrinos may interact, hinting at a "fundamental breakthrough" that challenges our understanding of how the universe evolved.
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NASA is preparing for simulated launch of Artemis II mega moon rocket — and it could happen as early as Saturday

By Patrick Pester published

NASA has announced it will fuel the Artemis II rocket as part of a simulated launch that will take place as early as Saturday (Jan. 31).

Space Exploration

See February's full Snow Moon rise this weekend next to a glittering star cluster

By Jamie Carter published

February's full "Snow Moon" will be at its fullest on Sunday, Feb. 1, and will be best seen at moonrise. It will appear just beneath the Beehive Cluster, one of the closest star clusters to the solar system.

The Moon
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Canon 18x50 IS UD all-weather binoculars review

By Jase Parnell-Brookes published

Review These Canon image-stabilized binoculars can keep up with you stargazing and wildlife spotting, and then some.

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How to photograph the moon: Tips on camera gear, settings and composition

By Jacob Little last updated

We're sharing our best tips on how to photograph the moon ahead of the blood moon eclipse on March 3 — discover the right gear, settings and composition techniques to get the best shots.

Astronomy
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Best lenses for astrophotography 2026 — capture the cosmos in detail

By Kimberley Lane last updated

These are the best lenses for astrophotography you can buy in 2025

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How to see 2 total solar eclipses in the next 2 years — including the 'eclipse of the century'

By Jamie Carter published

After a two-year gap, there will be two total solar eclipses within 12 months of each other, on Aug. 12, 2026, and Aug. 2, 2027.

The Sun

James Webb telescope peers into 'Eye of God' and finds clues to life's origins — Space photo of the week

By Jamie Carter published

A spectacular new image from the James Webb Space Telescope reveals intricate structures inside the Helix Nebula, where a dying sunlike star is enriching the galaxy with the elements needed for life.

Astronomy

Why does the moon look larger when it's on the horizon?

By Alice Sun published

The moon looks enormous when it's near the horizon — why is that?

The Moon

Full moons of 2026: When to see all 13 moons rise next year

By Jamie Carter last updated

When does the next full moon rise? Find out exactly when to see the full moons of 2026, including the full "Snow Moon" in February.

The Moon
Artist’s rendering illustrates a precessing jet erupting from the supermassive black hole.

Astronomers discover a gigantic, wobbling black hole jet that 'changes the way we think about the galaxy'

By Matthew Williams published

Combining observations from several powerful telescopes, astronomers have detected a gargantuan, 'wobbling' black hole outburst that's as wide as an entire galaxy.

Black Holes
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