Astrotourism has become popular among tourists who want to get away from the city lights and enjoy the magnificient views of ...

A trio of astronomers from the University of Tokyo and Niigata University have found what they describe as "peculiar embedded ...

Sisters has been named Oregon's newest 'Dark Sky Community,' in recognition of the city’s efforts to curb light pollution.

A hundred years ago, astronomer Edwin Hubble dramatically expanded the size of the known universe. At a meeting of the ...

Night-sky tourism, or "noctourism," is set to be a major travel driver this coming year, Booking.com predicts. Why it matters ...

Adventure doesn’t stop after dark in Scotland, from twilight kayaking along the River Tay to pitch-black bungee jumps in the ...

The Milky Way stands out above the Sandia Mountains and the lights of greater Albuquerque, Photo by Jim Stein.BY WILLIAM ...

Recent studies challenge the long-held belief that the Milky Way is a standard model for understanding galaxy formation, ...

This prestigious designation represents years of dedication by the Sisters community to raise awareness about the importance ...

For those looking to escape the winter weather and enjoy dark skies, the southern United States offers plenty of options.

Generally, the nights of and near the new moon – when the moon is not illuminated – are better for most stargazing experiences. Here are the dates of new moons this year.