November 2026

Date: 2nd November 2026

Another year is winding down, and we know things can get really busy with everyone rushing to wrap up tasks before the summer holidays. But don’t forget to take a moment to look up at the night sky and notice how the changing season also changes the stars above us! Here’s what’s in this month’s issue:

Archaeoastronomy: Our series continues as we explore how ancient monuments interact with the Sun and the shadows they cast:

Galaxy & Space Questions: This month, we’re turning our attention to the wider galaxy—starting with a classic question: What exactly is a light-year?

Do you have a burning space question of your own? Drop us an email, and we’ll try to answer it in an upcoming newsletter!

A new space probe is off to Mars; check out the world astronomy news.

Our constellation this month is Taurus, back in the night sky by the end of the month.

 

 

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