Oct. 16—ROCHESTER — Here's a bright idea. Look to the west after sunset; the brightest star on the west horizon right now is Venus. If you hold your hand out at arm's length, put your thumb at Venus ...

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has a habit of showing familiar objects in a new light. With cameras sensitive to a broad range of infrared wavelengths, it can peer deep into celestial objects, ...

Techniques for mitigating the effects of moonlight on lunar observation include using neutral density or polarizing filters, high magnification, or aperture masks to reduce light intensity. Utilizing ...

With the holiday season approaching, the Prairie Astronomy Club is hosting a session on how to buy a good telescope. The session will take place during the club's regular monthly meeting at 7:30 p.m.