Inspired to preserve natural darkness, the town decided to leave the streetlights off. Soon, Crestone became one of a growing number of towns around the world officially recognized as a Dark Sky ...

Like a celestial parade across the cosmos, five bright planets are lighting up the night sky and visible with the naked eye all February long — with two other planets also detectable for skywatchers ...

Saudi Arabia’s dark skies draw visitors for an unmatched stargazing experience.

Their application underscores the town’s dedication to conserving its natural night sky through proactive conservation efforts and community engagement, said Amber Harrison, International Dark ...

Boulder City received a $1.9 million grant in 2023 from the U.S. Economic Development Authority to retrofit every municipal light with energy-efficient, light-pollution-reducing fixtures.