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Outer Space

Find out when summer ends and fall begins in 2025. We explain the difference between the meteorological and astronomical first day of fall.

Wondering how to view sun spots on the sun's surface safely? There really is a safe AND easy way to view sun spots (as well as eclipses). Here's how!

Did you know there are 3 different kinds of twilight that take place before sunrise and after sunset? Hare are the official definitions for the 3 twilights: civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.

Here are 5 fun sun facts that will heat up your interest in the star that keeps us warm from afar.

The ozone layer is found in the stratosphere and helps protect us from ultra violet light. Find out about the ozone hole and how nations around the world are helping to fix it.

exosphere

The outer layer of our atmosphere (the exosphere) is a mysterious place between the atmosphere & outer space. See how high up it is & how scientists tell where outer space begins.

Everything you need to plan a Northern Lights trip - where to see Aurora Borealis in the US, best time of year & time of day to see the Northern Lights, and best apps & sites to stay up-to-date with the Aurora Borealis lights near you.

Space hurricanes are a kind of aurora borealis, or Northern Lights, that occur closer to the North Pole and pour huge amounts of electrons into the upper atmosphere of the Earth.

A space hurricane is a type of aurora borealis (Northern Lights). Space hurricanes are cyclone-like auroras in the sky. Here's everything you want to know!

See the ONLY time it's safe to view a solar eclipse with your naked eyes, 4 things to look for when buying eclipse glasses, and how to make a pinhole viewer.

Solar Eclipse

The Great American Solar Eclipse (2017 total solar eclipse) is August 21, 2017 in 12 states. Here's a map, best places to view it, how to safely watch it, when future solar eclipses will occur.

Space Junk

Space junk has been gathering in orbit since humans launched the first satellite in 1957. Today, there's more orbital debris than you'd imagine. Here's why.

science facts

Many people don't really know what causes the seasons or what the brightest star in the sky is. These science facts may astound you!

sky events

Tips for viewing these 4 amazing sky events WITHOUT a telescope: Aurora Borealis, Solar Eclipses, Lunar Eclipses, and Meteor Showers!

asteroid impact

What's the chance of an asteroid impact here on Earth? Find out the odds, the objects that are threatening our planet, and how to track asteroids on your own!

Tracking the International Space Station is fun for young & old alike. These websites track the ISS overhead, so you'll know when it will be visible in your neck of the woods.

starry night-gadget

Starry Night is a fun online tool that explains exactly which stars and planets are appearing right now above your house (or hotel, or boat, or camping tent... or wherever you might be).

Find out what the Montreal Protocol does and how it has played a vital role in protecting the ozone layer in our atmosphere.

On July 11, 2010, those living in parts of the South Pacific will be able to see an amazing solar eclipse. Be sure to check it out on the news!