The constellations overhead in May are dominated by Leo and Ursa Major. Leo the Lion is easily picked out by a large backward question mark known as the Sickle. The bright star at the bottom of the ...

Tonight Night Sky Visible planets, stars will present a wide range of sights for observers. Some events are visible with the naked eye, while others may need binoculars or a telescope. The schedule ...

Face east around 9-9:30 p.m. in mid-April and you can't miss shimmering orange Arcturus, the brightest star in the constellation Bootes the Bear Guardian. Two fists to the lower left of Arcturus, look ...

Without a doubt, the brightest star in the summer night sky is Arcturus. It’s the second-brightest star in our night skies throughout the year. Only Sirius, the brightest star in the constellation ...