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Read news from the world of astronomy for the week of August 19, 2022.
Latest News
Presenting data as sound can open new opportunities for accessibility, engagement, and discovery, but the technique still faces challenges.
A careful study of observations spanning decades has revealed that a star in Gemini is regularly eclipsed by a disk-shrouded companion.
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Observing Highlights
For months, most of the naked-eye planets have been hanging out in the early morning sky. Saturn is the first to return to evening view in late twilight. August is prime Milky Way time, especially now that the Moon is out of the evening sky.
Rasalhague, a star rotating so fast it has squashed itself, has a fascinating connection to the mythology of healing.
August marks the return of the Perseid meteor shower — and as you’re looking out for shooting stars, look for Saturn low in the southeast.
Community
The 2022 Iowa Star Party will be held August 25th to August 29th at Whiterock Conservancy in Coon Rapids, IA. Join them for a weekend of dark skies, stargazing and conversation.
Sky & Telescope honors the life of Donald Machholz, one of the premier comet-hunters of his time.

The Nebraska Star Party offers truly dark skies enjoyed by veteran observers and first-timers alike.
Crazy as it might seem, it’s a logical and thrilling prospect.