Saturn, the sixth planet from the Sun, is one of the most breathtaking sights in our solar system. With stunning visuals ...

At 8:07 p.m. Monday, stargazers in Chicago will see Mars disappear behind the moon and reappear on the other side of the moon ...

You'll be able to view a rare alignment of planets this month and into February. Our astrotourism expert reveals the best ...

New observational data from the James Webb Space Telescope and simulation models have confirmed a new type of planet unlike ...

The Red Planet will be at its closest point to Earth, also known as perigee, on Jan. 12 and will be exactly opposite the sun ...

Stargazers will get a peek at what's been called a "parade of planets," when up to seven planets may appear to line up.

A planet parade like the one beginning tonight is quite uncommon, occurring once every 10-20 years. Here are the planets you ...

Opposition means that Mars is directly opposite the sun from Earth’s perspective, making it fully illuminated and ideal for viewing. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Venus is ...

A very rare treat is about to grace Earth's night skies.

A six-planet alignment or parade will form an arc in the early night sky, peaking in it's visibility Jan. 17-18. We let you ...

The newcomer replacing Pluto presently goes by “Planet Nine.” If and when it finally shows up, it will get the honor of a ...

They may look like they’re arranged in tight formation. But remember, that’s a grand illusion. The planets’ orbits around the ...