The moon will be only 61% illuminated and not quite so dazzling, making this upcoming occultation easy to see and enjoy.

The Moon's illumination is given at 12 P.M. local time from the same location. Trekking quickly through the sky ... of the ...

MY conclusions as to the Pleiades having been believed to be in early ages the centre of the universe, were not in any way based upon the singular name Alcyone for the principal star in that group.

February evenings offer some of the best conditions for viewing the famous winter constellations. This year they approach Mars from the east, ending the month with the Pleiades star cluster ...

This week, skywatchers get a rare treat as the moon aligns with the Pleiades star cluster, briefly obscuring its bright stars. The best views will be in the central and western U.S. and parts of ...