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AstroBackyard
- Rediscover the Night Sky: 6 Things You’re Missing Because of Light Pollution April 13, 2026If you’ve ever stepped outside at night and looked up, it probably felt like you were seeing the night sky. A few bright stars, maybe a familiar constellation or two, and that’s it. For most people, that is the night sky they know, but it’s only a small fraction of what’s actually there. Over time,... […]Ashley Northcotte
- My Astrophotography Processing Workflow in PixInsight & Photoshop April 2, 2026In this guide, I’m going to walk you through my current astrophotography processing workflow from start to finish. The biggest thing I want you to take away isn’t just what tools to use, but when to use them. If you’re looking for a PixInsight processing tutorial that is actually easy to follow, this guide will... […]Trevor Jones
- The Best Weather Apps for Astronomy March 12, 2026A good weather app can save you a lot of frustration when you’re planning a night under the stars. The best weather apps for astronomy go beyond a basic clear-or-cloudy forecast, helping you check things like cloud cover, seeing, transparency, wind, humidity, and even smoke before you drag all your gear outside. If you spend... […]Trevor Jones
NASA Solar System & Beyond
- Johnson Leaders Honored by National Space Club & Foundation April 23, 2026The National Space Club & Foundation announced its annual award recipients March 13, 2026, in Washington, D.C. Two dedicated leaders from NASA’s Johnson Space Center were recognized for their contributions to human spaceflight. Orion Program Manager Howard Hu received the Norman L. Baker Astronautics Engineer Award for sustained technical contributions to multiple human spaceflight efforts. Hu leads […]Sumer Loggins
- NASA Shares SpaceX Crew-13 Assignments for Space Station Mission April 23, 2026As part of NASA’s SpaceX Crew-13 mission, four crew members from three space agencies will launch no earlier than mid-September to the International Space Station for a long-duration science expedition. NASA astronauts Jessica Watkins and Luke Delaney will serve as spacecraft commander and pilot, respectively. They will be joined by CSA (Canadian Space Agency) astronaut […]Jessica Taveau
- NASA Kennedy Prepares Facility for Roman Space Telescope Arrival April 23, 2026Preparations are underway for launch of NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope as soon as early September on a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The Roman space telescope will provide deep, panoramic views of the cosmos, generating never-before-seen pictures that will revolutionize our understanding of […]Elyna Niles-Carnes
Sky & Telescope
- Uranus’s Outermost Rings Are Made of Two Different Things April 23, 2026The James Webb Space Telescope has taken a deep look at the rings around the ice giant Uranus and found a new mystery to be solved. The post Uranus’s Outermost Rings Are Made of Two Different Things appeared first on Sky & Telescope.Emily Lakdawalla
- The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope Is Ready to Fly April 22, 2026NASA has announced that the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is all set for a September launch. The post The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope Is Ready to Fly appeared first on Sky & Telescope.David Dickinson
- Sun-Observing Satellite Uses Artificial Eclipse to Capture the Solar Wind April 22, 2026The Proba 3 mission flies two spacecraft in precise formation to create an artificial eclipse and obtain close views of the solar wind as it leaves the Sun. The post Sun-Observing Satellite Uses Artificial Eclipse to Capture the Solar Wind appeared first on Sky & Telescope.Javier Barbuzano