Al Jabbar is one of the Arabic names for Orion, the “Hunter", one of winter's most conspicuous constellations.

Six of the bright stars and the two planets all surround Orion the Hunter, that very famous constellation. Below the Hunter’s feet you’ll find Sirius the Dog Star, the sky’s brightest star.

February stargazing is fantastic for many reasons, but this year there’s a one-two-three punch of bright planets adding to ...

Any clear winter night this month, look south between 8 and 10 p.m. to spot the large hourglass shape of Orion the Hunter. In ...

In February, the iconic winter stars and constellations reach their prime positions for viewing. On the 1st, all will be ...

The new moon of January will be at 7:36 a.m. Eastern Time on Jan. 29, according to the U.S. Naval Observatory, and two days ...

February stargazing over Pottsville is fantastic for many reasons, but this year there is a one-two-three punch of bright planets adding to the thrill. If you live with the winter cold, do not let ...

February stargazing over Butler is fantastic for many reasons, but this year there’s a one-two-three punch of bright planets adding to the thrill! If you live with the winter cold, don’t let that ...

By 7 p.m. the entirety of Sirius' parent constellation, Canis Major, the Big Dog, is above the horizon. Looking upwards from Sirius one will see the three stars of Orion's Belt. They are named ...

By Deane Morrison    In February, the iconic winter stars and constellations reach their prime positions for viewing. On the ...