Japan: Rare Low-Latitude Aurora Dazzles Across Hokkaido

A rare low-latitude aurora illuminated the night sky across Hokkaido, Japan, on June 1. This stunning display of Northern Lights was visible due to a severe geomagnetic storm, triggered by a powerful solar flare.

US: Solar Flare Triggers Widespread Aurora Display

A severe geomagnetic storm caused the Northern Lights to appear over a wide area of Europe and the United States on Sunday, June 1, as an Earth-orbiting satellite detected an explosive solar flare on Friday.

China: Stunning Fireball Meteor Lights Up Sky Over Maoming, Guangdong

This is the unexpected moment that a resident witnessed a rare celestial event as a brilliant fireball meteor streaked across the sky, momentarily lighting up the area as if it had been daytime. On May 28, 2025, at approximately 9:33 PM local time, in Maoming, Guangdong, the dashcam footage captured a sudden flash of light in the sky. The video showed the night sky abruptly lit up, accompanied by a loud bang, as a fireball meteor tore through the atmosphere. The Maoming Emergency Management Bureau confirmed that the event had not been caused by lightning and advised residents not to panic, as no accidents or injuries had been reported. The video ended with the fireball fading from view, and the night sky returning to darkness.

US: Spectacular May’s Flower Moon Lights Up Skies 2

A spectacular May's Flower Moon lit up the night skies across the U.S. on Monday, May 12.

US: Spectacular May’s Flower Moon Lights Up Skies

A spectacular May's Flower Moon lit up the night skies across the U.S. on Monday, May 12.

Spring Worm Moon of 2025 Lights Up Night Sky

The first full moon of spring, known as the Worm Moon, lit up the night sky on Thursday, March 13. A lunar eclipse was also observed in some areas.

Total Lunar Eclipse Observed Across World 7

A lunar eclipse was observed across the world from Thursday night (March 13) into Friday morning (March 14).

Total Lunar Eclipse Observed Across World 6

A lunar eclipse was observed across the world from Thursday night (March 13) into Friday morning (March 14).

Total Lunar Eclipse Observed Across World 4

A lunar eclipse was observed across the world from Thursday night (March 13) into Friday morning (March 14).

Total Lunar Eclipse Observed Across World 5

A lunar eclipse was observed across the world from Thursday night (March 13) into Friday morning (March 14).

Total Lunar Eclipse Observed Across World 3

A lunar eclipse was observed across the world from Thursday night (March 13) into Friday morning (March 14). This video was taken in Calabasas, Southern California, using an iPhone and a telescope.

Total Lunar Eclipse Observed Across World

A lunar eclipse was observed across the world from Thursday night (March 13) into Friday morning (March 14).

Cayman Islands: Roosters Crow as Total Lunar Eclipse Visible in Night Sky

A lunar eclipse was observed across the world from Thursday night (March 13) into Friday morning (March 14). In the video, filmed in Cayman Islands, roosters could be heard in the background as Blood Moon was visible in the night sky.

Total Lunar Eclipse Observed Across World 2

A lunar eclipse was observed across the world from Thursday night (March 13) into Friday morning (March 14).

Japan: Annual Geminid Meteor Shower Reaches Its Peak 5

The Geminid meteor shower peaks annually around mid-December, and this year, the best viewing time is expected to be around Friday, December 13.

Japan: Annual Geminid Meteor Shower Reaches Its Peak 2

The Geminid meteor shower peaks annually around mid-December, and this year, the best viewing time is expected to be around Friday, December 13.

Japan: Annual Geminid Meteor Shower Reaches Its Peak 3

The Geminid meteor shower peaks annually around mid-December, and this year, the best viewing time is expected to be around Friday, December 13.

Japan: Annual Geminid Meteor Shower Reaches Its Peak 4

The Geminid meteor shower peaks annually around mid-December, and this year, the best viewing time is expected to be around Friday, December 13.

US: Bright Meteor Illuminates Night Sky Over Greater St. Louis

A bright meteor was observed streaking across the night sky over the Greater St. Louis area on Tuesday, December 10.

Japan: Annual Geminid Meteor Shower Reaches Its Peak

The Geminid meteor shower peaks annually around mid-December, and this year, the best viewing time is expected to be around Friday, December 13.

Sturgeon Moon 2024 – First Blue Supermoon Lights Up Skies

The first supermoon of the year, the full Sturgeon Moon, lit up the skies on Monday, August 19. It was also the third full moon of the four ones this season, making it a 'blue supermoon.'

Japan: Perseid Meteor Shower Observed Across Country 3

The Perseid meteor shower reached its peak on Monday night, August 12, and many shooting stars were observed across Japan.

Northern Lights And Perseid Meteor Shower Dazzle Night Sky Around The World

A rare simultaneous occurrence of the northern lights and the Perseid meteor shower was observed around the world on Monday night, August 12.

Japan: Perseid Meteor Shower Observed Across Country 2

The Perseid meteor shower reached its peak on Monday night, August 12, and many shooting stars were observed across Japan.

China: Perseid Meteor Shower Dazzles Night Skies

Perseid meteor shower illuminated skies in many parts of China from the evening of August 12 to the early morning of August 13. In Datong, Shanxi Province, North China, the phenomenon was also seen early Sunday, August 11.

Japan: Perseid Meteor Shower Observed Across Country

The Perseid meteor shower reached its peak on Monday night, August 12, and many shooting stars were observed across Japan.

The Great North American Solar Eclipse As Seen From Indiana

A total solar eclipse crossed through North America on Monday, April 8. This footage was captured by an international student studying in Indiana. Credit to Maxwell Sun.

Mexico: 2024 Total Solar Eclipse 2

Mexico was the first to witness this year's total solar eclipse on April 8. The astronomical phenomenon started at 9:51 a.m. on the west coast of Mexico, and about an hour and 16 minutes later, the totality was seen and lasted for around 4 minutes.

The Great North American Solar Eclipse As Seen From Canada Ontario

A total solar eclipse crossed through North America on Monday, April 8. While the phenomenon occurs once or twice a year in various locations around the world, this one is rare because of the wide area across Mexico, the U.S., and Canada that can observe totality or the complete blocking of the sun by the moon.

The Great North American Solar Eclipse As Seen From Kentucky

A total solar eclipse crossed through North America on Monday, April 8. While the phenomenon occurs once or twice a year in various locations around the world, this one is rare because of the wide area across Mexico, the U.S., and Canada that can observe totality or the complete blocking of the sun by the moon.

The Great North American Solar Eclipse As Seen From Texas

A total solar eclipse crossed through North America on Monday, April 8. While the phenomenon occurs once or twice a year in various locations around the world, this one is rare because of the wide area across Mexico, the U.S., and Canada that can observe totality or the complete blocking of the sun by the moon.

The Great North American Solar Eclipse As Seen From Ohio

A total solar eclipse crossed through North America on Monday, April 8. While the phenomenon occurs once or twice a year in various locations around the world, this one is rare because of the wide area across Mexico, the U.S., and Canada that can observe totality or the complete blocking of the sun by the moon.

Mexico: 2024 Total Solar Eclipse

Mexico was the first to witness this year's total solar eclipse on April 8. The astronomical phenomenon started at 9:51 in the morning on the west coast of Mexico, and about an hour and 16 minutes later, the totality was seen and lasted for around 4 minutes.

The Great North American Solar Eclipse As Seen From Pennsylvania

A total solar eclipse crossed through North America on Monday, April 8. While the phenomenon occurs once or twice a year in various locations around the world, this one is rare because of the wide area across Mexico, the U.S., and Canada that can observe totality or the complete blocking of the sun by the moon.

2024 Total Solar Eclipse Crosses North America 7

A total solar eclipse crossed through North America on Monday, April 8. While the phenomenon occurs once or twice a year in various locations around the world, this one is rare, given its wide area across Mexico, the U.S., and Canada and the fact that it provided totality or the complete blocking of the sun by the moon. This video shows skygazers in Dallas reacting to the clouds blocking the view after a brief appearance of the eclipse.

2024 Total Solar Eclipse Crosses North America 4

A total solar eclipse crossed through North America on Monday, April 8. While the phenomenon occurs once or twice a year in various locations around the world, this one is rare, given its wide area across Mexico, the U.S., and Canada and the fact that it provided totality or the complete blocking of the sun by the moon.

2024 Total Solar Eclipse Crosses North America 5

A total solar eclipse crossed through North America on Monday, April 8. While the phenomenon occurs once or twice a year in various locations around the world, this one is rare, given its wide area across Mexico, the U.S., and Canada and the fact that it provided totality or the complete blocking of the sun by the moon.

2024 Total Solar Eclipse Crosses North America 6

A total solar eclipse crossed through North America on Monday, April 8. While the phenomenon occurs once or twice a year in various locations around the world, this one is rare, given its wide area across Mexico, the U.S., and Canada and the fact that it provided totality or the complete blocking of the sun by the moon.

2024 Total Solar Eclipse Crosses North America 3

A total solar eclipse crossed through North America on Monday, April 8. While the phenomenon occurs once or twice a year in various locations around the world, this one is rare, given its wide area across Mexico, the U.S., and Canada and the fact that it provided totality or the complete blocking of the sun by the moon.

2024 Total Solar Eclipse Crosses North America

A total solar eclipse crossed through North America on Monday, April 8. While the phenomenon occurs once or twice a year in various locations around the world, this one is rare, given its wide area across Mexico, the U.S., and Canada and the fact that it provided totality or the complete blocking of the sun by the moon.

2024 Total Solar Eclipse Crosses North America 2

A total solar eclipse crossed through North America on Monday, April 8. While the phenomenon occurs once or twice a year in various locations around the world, this one is rare, given its wide area across Mexico, the U.S., and Canada and the fact that it provided totality or the complete blocking of the sun by the moon.

Full Worm Moon 2024 With Penumbral Lunar Eclipse

The first spring full moon, known as the worm moon, took place on March 25, 2024. It was also a penumbral lunar eclipse, an event that happens when the Earth is positioned in front of the Sun and illuminates the moon.