With light pollution on the rise, it’s getting harder and harder to find places where you can see the stars at night. A map of Europe illustrates how rare truly dark skies are nowadays. One Redditor ...

One look at a light pollution map Dark Sky Map can be pretty upsetting. Whole swaths of the earth, especially in North America, Europe and Asia have basically erased the night sky. Probably the only ...

Scientists are tapping into photographs taken by astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) to reliably measure the amount of light pollution worldwide. This study not only includes the ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Gazing up at the night sky in awe and wonder can be a calming and ...

America's rapid adoption of LED lighting saves money and uses less electricity. But it's also making it harder to see the stars. Light pollution comes from excessive artificial light that causes the ...

As someone who lives near the city, light pollution limits what I see when I look up at night. However, that doesn't mean I ...

Outdoor light at night could be a significant risk factor in Alzheimer's disease, according to new research from Rush. Outdoor light at night could be a significant risk factor in Alzheimer's disease, ...

L ight pollution is on the rise, increasing by around 2 per cent every year. And artificial light can disrupt the lives of countless creatures, causing migrating birds to lose their way, nocturnal ...