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An old rocket body tumbles in space above Earth as seen from Japan's Astroscale ADRAS-J satellite.

Space pictures! See our space image of the day

By Space.com Staff published

Space.com's image of the day rounds up the most awe-inspiring space photos right here, with a new image everyday.

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Night sky, August 2024: What you can see tonight [maps]

By Chris Vaughan last updated

Reference Find out what's up in your night sky during August 2024 and how to see it in this Space.com stargazing guide.

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A full moon rises over silhouetted conifers, against a dark sky smeared with blurry wisps of clouds.

August full moon guide 2024: Full Sturgeon Moon occults Saturn

By Jesse Emspak last updated

Reference Our August full moon guide tells you everything you need to know about the Sturgeon Moon, including where and when to see it.

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the silhouette of a telescope in front of a starry night sky

The brightest planets in August's night sky: How to see them (and when)

By Joe Rao last updated

Reference Many of the most popular planets for skywatching begin reappearing in the night sky throughout August.

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A long exposure perseid meteor shower image of the night sky showing tens of perseid meteors streaking through the sky as long white lines against a backdrop of stars. In the distance a person stands with arms outstretched to the sky.

Perseid meteor shower 2024: when, where and how to see it

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Reference The Perseid meteor shower will peak around Aug.11 through Aug.13. Our guide tells you how and where to look for them.

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Phases of a lunar eclipse showing the moon turn progressively red.

Lunar eclipses 2024: When, where & how to see them

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Reference There are two lunar eclipses in 2024. Our guide tells you how you can see them and when the next lunar eclipse will occur.

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a starry, pinkish-purple dusk sky glows above a large telescope dome

Ghostly 'zodiacal light' glows above the Very Large Telescope in Chile (photo)

By Samantha Mathewson published

A new photo shows the European Southern Observatory’s Very Large Telescope beneath a star-studded sky at sunset, illuminated by a phenomenon known as the zodiacal light.

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Meade StarNavigator NG 114

Meade telescopes and binocular deals 2024

By Gemma Lavender last updated

Deals We're keeping our eyes peeled for Meade telescopes and binoculars deals.

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A child using one of the best beginner drones

Best beginner drones 2024: Embark on exciting aerial adventures whatever your budget

By James Abbott last updated

The best beginner drones are easy to fly, budget-friendly and can help hone your flying skills — here are some of our favorite models.

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Man uses one of the best FPV drones to take photos and videos

Best FPV drones 2024: Embark on a raw and rewarding flying experience

By James Abbott last updated

The best FPV drones are available at prices to suit every budget and the most advanced models are packed with impressive features.

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