Observing the night sky can be done with no special equipment, although a sky map can be very useful, and a good telescope or binoculars will enhance some experiences and bring some otherwise ...

The Quadrantids, one of the "strongest" displays of the year, are expected to peak Thursday night through early Friday morning, according to the American Meteor Society (AMS). Peak activity is ...

Their peak activity will occur Jan ... Planetariums, local astronomy clubs or even maps like this one can help you figure out where to get away from excessive light. The best conditions for ...

This year, the Quadrantid meteors peak on January 4 th with a respectable projected Zenithal Hourly Rate (ZHR) of 80. This is versus a 27% illuminated waxing crescent Moon. Said slender Moon won't ...

Labour MP Jon Pearce has defended his backing for High Peak Borough Council to merge with neighbouring authorities in Greater Manchester, claiming the borough has "for too long been the poor ...

A Victorian bushwalker has fallen "from height" at Tasmania's Federation Peak, part of a challenging hike which includes a climb across an exposed cliff face 600m above a lake. It is the third ...

If history is any indication, bitcoin could hit a new peak in a matter of weeks, which could present an opportunity to lock in gains. According to a research firm K33, the flagship token is set to ...

Solar Cycle 25’s peak to bring more solar flares and geomagnetic storms Widespread auroras expected due to continued solar maximum activity Satellite disruptions and power grid impacts remain high ...

Google Maps is one of the best (and most-used) navigation apps. It is preinstalled on most Android smartphones and is often the first app you open when navigating to a location. While Google has ...

The Ursid (URS) meteor shower is all set to light up the sky from December 17 to December 24. This year, the Ursids will also be the last major meteor shower, likely peaking around December 23. This ...

One user told WIRED that Google Maps directed them to “drive right into a wall that’s been up since 2003.” Residents in the West Bank have long complained that missing and outdated data on ...

Spanish authorities have cracked a year-long murder mystery with an unexpected assist from Google Street View. The National Police recently arrested two individuals in the Spanish province of ...