Astronomy Now | January 2026
Celebrate the new year with us by looking forward to all the extraordinary astronomy that is coming our way in 2026. We’ve selected eight highlights for you to keep your eyes on. From the nature of dark energy to the mystery of Mercury’s giant metal core, from the search for Earth’s twin planet to the star that simply won’t explode, 2026 promises to be an exciting year of discovery and exploration. And we’ll be there every step of the way to bring you the very latest progress.
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Articles in this issue
Below is a selection of articles in Astronomy Now January 2026.