Jupiter and Saturn came together in a “Great Conjunction” in 2020 that was unlike any seen in nearly 800 years. The two planets appeared so close together in Earth’s night sky on the winter ...

Astronomers have been debating for years about what the star of Bethlehem might ... would appear to change direction in the night sky. ... northern constellation of Aquila in 4BC ...

Halley's comet was visible in the sky in 11 B.C, but it is unlikely that this was the Star of Bethlehem culprit. (Image credit: Digital Vision. via Getty Images) ...

The Night Sky This Week: December 25-31, 2023. There are few better times of year to step outside and view the night sky at dusk than the holiday season.

Chinese astronomical records report comets in 5BC and 4BC. ... sky that they could have appeared to the naked eye as a single bright beacon. This has been proposed to explain the Star of Bethlehem.

Star Of Bethlehem 2022: How, ... An award-winning reporter writing about stargazing and the night sky. Follow Author. Dec 20, 2022, 08:00pm EST Dec 23, 2022, 12:01pm EST. Share. Save Comment.