Hundreds of satellites light up the night sky. Here are some tips for observing them and some information behind the man-made objects.

Related science news

image-standard
Venus over the Pacific, Brocken Inaglory
Can You See Venus in the Daytime?

As Venus approaches inferior conjunction, skywatchers are challenged to view the neighboring planet in daylight.

2010's Best Meteor Shower?
Get ready for the the Perseid meteor shower later this week. It's one of the most spectacular showers of the year, with an average rate of 50-60 meteors per hour.

Share This