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The moon will be unusually high in the sky tonight. Here's why
By Joe Rao last updated
Even to a casual viewer, the waxing gibbous moon of Feb. 7 will appear quite unusual, climbing so very high in the sky.

See the moon and Jupiter grab 'the Bull' by the horns this week
By Joe Rao published
Jupiter will also be accompanied by two naked-eye star clusters: the Pleiades and Hyades.

Best cameras for low light photography in 2025
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide The best cameras for low light photography let you shoot effortlessly in dark conditions without boosting the ISO too high — check out our favorite models.

The moon will cover the Seven Sisters of the Pleiades this week. Here's how to see it
By Joe Rao published
On the night of Feb. 5, a waxing gibbous moon will once again cover up the "Seven Sisters" of the famous Pleiades star cluster.

Best travel tripods 2025: Lightweight and compact tripods
By Jacob Little last updated
Buying guide The best travel tripods are great for photographers who are often on the go. They balance lightness and portability with stability and quality.

Best Sony cameras in 2025
By Kimberley Lane last updated
We've rounded up the best Sony cameras for photos, videos, astrophotography and more, across a range of budgets.

Best compact binoculars 2025: Lightweight, travel-friendly models
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide We've rounded up the best compact binoculars, taking into account their build quality, visuals, and how compact they are.

How to see Venus snuggle up to a thin crescent moon tonight
By Joe Rao last updated
On Saturday evening, February 1, a lovely crescent moon passes just to the left of Venus, which is now shining at the pinnacle of its brilliance.
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