An enchanting scene unfolded over Ankara, Turkiye on January 23, 2023, as a crescent moon made its dazzling appearance. Captured by photographer Mehmet Ali Ozcan, the image showcases the celestial wonder. Welcome to this week’s edition of celestial highlights for the northern hemisphere. While the nights are still short on darkness in mid-northern latitudes, there …
The Perseid meteor shower, known for its dazzling display of “shooting stars,” has commenced and will reach its peak overnight on Saturday, August 12 through the early hours of Sunday, August 13, 2023. To witness this celestial event, individuals must venture away from areas with light pollution and find a dark sky. If the weather …
A man watches the Perseid meteor shower on the Pamir Plateau on August 13, 2021 in Xinjiang Uygur … [+] Autonomous Region of China. (Photo by VCG/VCG via Getty Images) VCG via Getty Images From June to September, stargazing in the northern hemisphere can be quite challenging, especially in higher latitudes where it remains light …