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Read news from the world of astronomy for the week of October 15, 2021.
Latest News
The city’s parks, facilities, and streetlights will all get dark-sky-friendly lighting, but is it too early for amateur astronomers to get excited?
The Moon may have formed in a one-two punch, new simulations suggest.
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Observing Highlights
Bright Jupiter and fainter Saturn continue to dominate the southern evening sky from Capricornus. Spot Venus low in the west in twilight. Saturday night is International Observe the Moon Night, with more than 1,860 events worldwide inviting you to show up.
We examine circumstances and expectations for the current apparition of Comet Leonard, which may become the year’s brightest comet.
Take advantage of October’s crisp, clear evenings and early-arriving dawns to explore the nighttime sky with our audio guided tour.
Community
Join fellow lunar enthusiasts all over the world in celebrating the Moon this weekend.
Contributing Editor Monica Bobra chats about her article "To Boldly Go" in the November 2021 issue of Sky & Telescope.

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