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View Latest PostsSteven Spielberg's 'Disclosure Day' opens June 12. He says it has more truth than fiction, was sparked by a real Navy UAP report, and may answer questions posed by Close Encounters in 1977. Here's the real-world backdrop that makes this film unlike any UFO movie before it.
Asteroid Vesta reaches opposition today — its closest and brightest point of 2026. At magnitude 6.5 it's an easy binoculars target in Libra tonight, and it's one of the most extraordinary objects in the solar system.
Click on any body to discover its unique characteristics and mysteries
Our star — a blazing G2V giant powering all life in the Solar System.
The smallest and fastest planet, racing around the Sun in just 88 days.
Earth's twin in size, but a scorching hot world shrouded in thick clouds.
Our blue marble — the only known planet to harbour life in the universe.
Step-by-step guides to finding and observing the great star patterns — key stars, mythology, and deep-sky objects
The Hunter — home to Betelgeuse, Rigel, and the breathtaking Orion Nebula M42.
The Plough — the UK's most familiar star pattern, always above the horizon.
The W-shaped queen — a circumpolar landmark packed with open clusters.
The Scorpion — anchored by red supergiant Antares and rich in Messier clusters.
In-depth investigations into the most credible and well-documented unidentified aerial phenomena cases
The Tic-Tac UAP that outmanoeuvred an F/A-18 — the case that changed everything.
Thousands of witnesses, a mile-wide V-formation — and a governor who admitted he saw it.
Britain's most famous UAP encounter — US Air Force personnel, a nuclear base, and three nights of contact.
From Roswell to Malmstrom — a documented pattern of UAP activity near nuclear facilities spanning 70 years.
Steven Spielberg's 'Disclosure Day' opens June 12. He says it has more truth than fiction, was sparked by a real Navy UAP report, and may answer questions posed by Close Encounters in 1977. Here's the real-world backdrop that makes this film unlike any UFO movie before it.
2 May 2026
Asteroid Vesta reaches opposition today — its closest and brightest point of 2026. At magnitude 6.5 it's an easy binoculars target in Libra tonight, and it's one of the most extraordinary objects in the solar system.
2 May 2026
The Eta Aquariid meteor shower peaks before dawn on May 5–6, sending fragments of Halley's Comet screaming into our atmosphere at 150,000 mph. Here's your complete UK observing guide — including how to beat the moonlight.
1 May 2026
For three years, astronomers have been baffled by hundreds of mysterious red objects in JWST's images. Now Chandra has detected X-rays from one — and the explanation is unlike anything in the known universe.
1 May 2026
Honest, research-based guides to help you choose the right kit — from your first pair of binoculars to a full astrophotography rig
The best way to start — wide fields, no setup, instant views of the Moon, star clusters, and comets.
From tabletop Dobsonians to GoTo SCTs — what to look for at every budget level.
Smartphone adapters, planetary cameras, and dedicated astro cameras for every level.
Six curated kits from £85 to £4,600 — everything you need in one list, nothing missing.
Welcome to Watch The Stars, your comprehensive guide to exploring the night sky. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced amateur astronomer, our mission is to help you discover the wonders of our universe.
From understanding the phases of the moon to locating distant galaxies, we provide clear, practical guidance to enhance your stargazing experience. Join our community of sky watchers and embark on an incredible journey through the cosmos.
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