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Opticron Adventurer T WP 8x42 review
By Russ Swan published
Opticron's Adventurer T WP 8x42 binoculars have great light-gathering power in a lightweight package, but lack either a bargain price or premium feel

Look up! The moon and 3 planets will gather after sundown this week
By Joe Rao last updated
Between Saturday and Thursday evenings (Oct. 9 to Oct. 14), the moon will visit not one but three bright planets: Venus, Saturn and Jupiter.

How binoculars work
By Russ Swan published
A few minutes getting to know how your binoculars work is time well spent, if you're planning on using them in your stargazing sessions.

How to Hold Binoculars Steady: Keep skywatching for longer
By Russ Swan published
Check our top tips for keeping your binoculars steady, eliminating the shakes and gaining a clear view of the heavens

Oberwerk's BT-XL-ED binocular telescopes bring nature's best of night and day
By David Sky Brody published
A new generation of optically fast, distortion-free, lightweight, binocular telescopes is poised to change the way you experience the sky.

Mercury Transit on Monday: The Gear You Need to Watch It Safely
By Elizabeth Howell, Hanneke Weitering published
The Mercury transit on Nov. 11 will be accessible to amateur astronomers, as long as they have the right equipment to view it safely.

Jupiter Shines Over New York City in Gorgeous Skywatcher Photo
By Mike Wall published
Jupiter is putting on such a good sky show right now that it stands out above the glittering lights of New York City.

Oberwerk Sport ED Binoculars: Full Review
By David Sky Brody published
These are the best binoculars to buy, if you can buy only one.

How to See the Bright Green Comet 21P in Binoculars on Monday
By Elizabeth Howell published
Want to see a comet whizzing by Earth? Your best chance to catch one of these celestial visitors is overnight, when Comet 21P/Giacobini-Zinner will be best visible in binoculars or a telescope.
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