This is called a lunar occultation. They happen pretty often, though most people wouldn't notice. Unlike eclipses, which get all the attention, occultations are quick and subtle. Here's what you ...

The planets offer exciting views in April. Jupiter is a brilliant object in the evening sky, although the observing window ...

Known as the lunar occultation of Mars, the full moon will briefly obscure the Red Planet in the night sky. Viewers will be able to see Mars approach the moon, pass behind it and come out on the ...

The full moon of March, called the Worm Moon, will include a total lunar eclipse and a day later, an occultation of Spica by the moon. The moment of full moon will occur in the eastern U.S. at 2: ...

A rare celestial show was visible from many parts of Japan on Nov. 8 when a total lunar eclipse coincided with Uranus becoming hidden by the moon. The last time such an occultation of a planet ...

NEW YORK (AP) — A total lunar eclipse will flush the moon red Thursday night into Friday morning across the Western Hemisphere. The best views will be from North America and South America.

During the occultation, observers can expect to see the rings of Saturn emerge from behind the Moon, adding to the spectacle. Both amateur and professional astronomers will find this a unique ...