Scientists measure the distance to the Moon by bouncing lasers off mirrors placed there by space probes and astronauts.

The Moon has always been tied to the rhythms of Earth. It pulls the tides back and forth, and for thousands of years, people have wondered if it also tugs at our bodies. Do its phases – the waxing ...

It is highly likely that the female menstrual cycle was originally synchronized with the lunar cycle. This has changed significantly with the rise of ...

What is the moon phase today? Today, Sept. 8, 2025, the moon is 16 days old and is in the Full Moon phase of its lunar cycle. It is 99% illuminated. Moon phase Date First Quarter Aug. 31 Full Moon ...

The Moon appears unchanging in the night sky, but its movement hides a slow transformation. For decades, scientists have observed that our satellite is gradually moving away from Earth, year ...

The Robert Ferguson Observatory in Kenwood will mark this weekend’s International Observe the Moon Night with a special “Moon Focus Night,” offering visitors a chance to learn about Earth’s closest ...

Without the moon, life on Earth might not even be possible. At one quarter the diameter of the Earth and one sixth its gravity, our celestial neighbor plays a critical role in setting marine-life ...

Strong winds, a stalled weather system over New England and the full moon cycle are combining to bring King Tide conditions to the East Coast through early Wednesday, Sept. 10. From Montauk, New York, ...

Study reveals women's menstrual cycles follow lunar gravity, with synchronization detected during strong seasonal alignments despite artificial light effects.

Mark your calendars! On Monday, October 6, 2025, the full Harvest Moon reaches peak illumination at 10:47 P.M. Central Time. This isn’t just any Moon—it’s the first of three Supermoons in 2025, making ...