Stories from the Night Sky
Honest guides to naming stars, tips for finding yours with the app, and beginner-friendly astronomy. Start with the latest stories below or explore the sky through our 100 star-name guides.
Star Buying GuidesCan You Buy a Star? Is Star Naming Legit? (2026)
Can you really buy or name a star? Learn what star registries sell, what the IAU and NASA say, and how to identify a legitimate symbolic star gift.
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Star Buying GuidesAdopt a Star: How It Works, Prices & NASA Facts (2026)
Learn how to adopt a star, what it costs and what NASA actually does. Compare symbolic gifts, research donations and observatory programmes.
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Star Buying GuidesHow Much Does It Cost to Buy a Star? 2026 Price Guide
Naming a star usually costs $20 to $100, while premium gifts can cost more. Compare packages, extras and what you actually receive before buying.
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StarsHow to Find a Star in the Night Sky: The Complete Guide
Find any star - including one you have named - using its coordinates, a free app, a catalogue number like HIP, a telescope, or a visit to an observatory. A complete, honest, step-by-step guide.
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AstronomyThe Best Constellations to Spot in the Summer Sky: A Beginner's Tour
From the Summer Triangle overhead to Scorpius low on the horizon - a beginner-friendly, month-by-month tour of the constellations, stars and Milky Way sights worth finding on warm nights.
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Star Buying GuidesHow Star Naming Works: Registration, Certificates and Coordinates
Learn how symbolic star naming works, how private registries assign coordinates, what certificates include and how to find the recorded star afterwards.
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Gift IdeasWhy a Named Star Makes a Gift People Remember (2026 Gift Guide)
A gift that lasts longer than flowers and means more than another gadget. How to name a star for someone, match it to the occasion, personalise it, and present it beautifully.
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StarsFind Your Star With a Stargazing App: The Complete 2026 Walkthrough
Enter your registration number or catalogue ID, point your phone at the sky, and let augmented reality guide you straight to your star. A step-by-step guide plus the best free apps compared.
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AstronomyCan You Buy or Name a Star Through NASA? The Facts
NASA does not sell or register personal star names. Learn who names stars scientifically, what the IAU controls and what a private dedication really provides.
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AstronomyDouble Stars, Explained Simply: Binaries, Optical Pairs & How to See Them
Two suns locked in a slow cosmic dance. What double stars really are, the difference between optical and binary pairs, the best ones to see in a small telescope, and why they make a perfect gift for two.
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