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The moon will briefly hide Regulus in a dramatic occultation visible across parts of the eastern U.S.

Joe Rao If you live in the middle Atlantic or southeast part of the United States, you'll have an opportunity tonight (April 25), to see a

Venus, Jupiter and Mercury headline May's skywatching, with stunning moon pairings and a three-planet display.

A bright waning gibbous moon may wash out this week's Eta Aquarid meteor shower peak — but early risers could still catch a few shooting stars.

Look for the Great Diamond of Spring in May's night sky and discover the rich realm of galaxies within.

Look west after sunset to catch Venus shining beside a delicate crescent moon in the twilight sky.

Twice a year, the setting sun perfectly aligns with Manhattan's street grid, creating one of New York City's most spectacular skywatching events.

Long before the full moon rises, shifting sunlight transforms the lunar surface into one of the sky's best telescope targets.

Twice a year, the setting sun perfectly aligns with Manhattan's street grid, creating one of New York City's most spectacular skywatching events.

Venus, Jupiter and Mercury headline a spectacular month of planetary viewing.