Articles by Daisy Dobrijevic, Skywatching Editor

Daisy Dobrijevic joined Space.com in February 2022, having previously worked as a staff writer for All About Space magazine. She completed an editorial internship with BBC Sky at Night Magazine and worked at the National Space Centre, communicating space science to the public.

Daisy holds a PhD in plant physiology and a Master's in Environmental Science. Based in Nottingham, U.K., she covers all things space, with a special focus on solar activity and space weather. She also has a keen interest in astrotourism and is always on the lookout for the next northern lights adventure.

She will join Hurtigruten as an onboard astronomer for a northern lights sailing in January 2027.

Latest articles by Daisy Dobrijevic

A NASA graphic showcasing the phases of the moon.

What is the moon phase today? Lunar phases 2026

By Tariq Malik, Daisy Dobrijevic Last updated 18 October 26

Reference See what moon phase it is tonight and find out when you can see the rest of the moon phases for 2026.

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'Let's all choose to make tomorrow better', Artemis II astronauts honored with Stephen Hawking Medal at Starmus

By Daisy Dobrijevic Published 18 October 26

The Artemis II crew have joined an impressive list of honourees, including Buzz Aldrin, Jane Goodall and David Attenborough.

Artemis

7 best places to see the northern lights, according to an aurora chaser

By Daisy Dobrijevic Published 16 October 26

Guide I've chased the northern lights across the Arctic. Here are seven destinations worth considering for your next aurora adventure.

Guide

A large bright streak of light across the star-studded background with the aurora borealis shining below as a ribbon of green light.

Taurid meteor shower 2026 — When, where and how to see the 'Halloween fireballs'

By Daisy Dobrijevic Last updated 13 October 26

Reference The Northern and Southern Taurid meteor showers bring slow-moving shooting stars and occasional brilliant fireballs to the night sky. Here's when and how to see them in 2026.

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Orionid meteor shower 2026 — How to see meteors from Halley's Comet this October

By Daisy Dobrijevic Last updated 9 October 26

Reference The Orionids peak Oct. 21-22, 2026, bringing fast-moving meteors from Halley's Comet. Here's when and where to look.

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Northern lights possible across the US tonight and over the weekend as 4 CMEs head for Earth

By Daisy Dobrijevic Last updated 9 October 26

Multiple CMEs could give the northern lights a boost across the northern US from Oct. 9, with further geomagnetic activity possible into the weekend.

Auroras

G2 geomagnetic storm watch issued as CME heads for Earth — northern lights possible across northern US Oct. 8-9

By Daisy Dobrijevic Last updated 7 October 26

NOAA has issued a G2 geomagnetic storm watch for Oct. 9 as the CME races toward Earth, potentially boosting the northern lights as low as Idaho and New York.

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Auroras

a thin crescent moon on the right and a bright point of light on the left - this is Jupiter

Jupiter is about to vanish behind the moon — here's when to look up tonight

By Daisy Dobrijevic Published 5 October 26

See Jupiter disappear behind the slender crescent moon before dawn on Oct. 6, in a rare lunar occultation visible across parts of North America.

Stargazing

3 panel image showing northern lights appearing very different. On the left they are curtains of green and pink, in the middle it is a ribbon of green and on the right it is appearing overhead as a vibrant green corona.

Northern lights (aurora borealis): What they are and how to see them

By Daisy Dobrijevic Last updated 5 October 26

Reference What causes the northern lights? Here's everything you need to know about the aurora borealis.

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A square blue image, with a little over half of Earth taking up most of the image. Earth looks like how we see the Moon when it is waxing or waning at just over a half-Moon. Because this is an ultraviolet image, Earth does not appear in its usual colours, but is light blue with a white ring. This ring is about a third of the size of the face of Earth that we see, and is quite swirly, like clouds or dye being mixed with water. The background of the image is dark blue, with some tiny white dots: these are stars. The stars are moving downwards, giving the impression that the satellite taking the footage is moving. Text at the top left says 'Smile UVI / 2026-07-24T00:00:00 UT' with the timestamp increasing from 00:00:00 to 00:59:08 throughout the GIF

Earth's hidden daytime auroras revealed from space | Space photo of the day for Oct. 2, 2026

By Daisy Dobrijevic Published 2 October 26

This remarkable view of Earth shows the northern lights encircling Earth.

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Auroras

The moon cozies up to the 'Seven Sisters' Pleiades tonight — here's how to see the close encounter

By Jules-Pierre Malartre Published 30 September 26

See the waning gibbous moon meet the Pleiades star cluster and put your observing skills to the test.

Stargazing

Draconid meteors streak across the night sky. The Milky Way can also be seen stretching across the star-studded sky.

Draconid meteor shower 2026 — When, where and how to see it

By Daisy Dobrijevic Last updated 30 September 26

Reference Good news! The Draconid meteor shower peaks under almost moonless skies on Oct. 8-9.

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new moon illustration shows a very dimly lit moon against a black background.

When is the next new moon?

By Daisy Dobrijevic Last updated 29 September 26

Reference Discover what a new moon is and when the next new moon will occur with our new moon 2026 guide.

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three panel image showing three stunning views of the september full moon also known as the harvest moon. One the left is a close up view of an owl silhouetted against the bright moon, the middle is the moon rising over a castle on a hill and on the right a moon appears at the top of a road sign.

Stunning Harvest Moon serves up a treat for skywatchers worldwide (photos)

By Daisy Dobrijevic Published 28 September 26

See stunning photos of September's Harvest Moon as it lights up skies around the world, delighting skywatchers from Hong Kong to San Francisco.

Stargazing

A castle ruin is in the foreground of the image with a subtle pink hued sky and a bright full moon.

Full moon calendar 2026: When to see the next full moon

By Tariq Malik Last updated 28 September 26

Reference The full moon happens about once a month. Find out when.

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composite image showing a vast desert landscape covered in dark green flora and an inset image showing a small pink wildflower with antennas in the background.

Satellites spy rare explosion of color in Australian desert | Space photo of the day for Sept. 24, 2026

By Daisy Dobrijevic Published 24 September 26

A spectacular wildflower bloom has transformed parts of Western Australia's normally arid landscape following months of unusually wet weather.

Earth

ribbons of green light with purple fringes fill the entire sky.

Aurora season is back! Pilot captures spectacular northern lights from 37,000 ft

By Daisy Dobrijevic Published 23 September 26

The dazzling show comes as aurora season gets underway — and the sun's turbulent declining phase could mean we're in for a good one.

Auroras

A ghostly pyramid of light is about to appear before dawn — here's how to see it

By Jules-Pierre Malartre, Daisy Dobrijevic Published 9 September 26

A ghostly "false dawn" is about to light up the predawn sky — if you know where to look.

Stargazing

close up view of the sun showing large filament like structure fanning out from the sun and reaching up, with the plasma then falling back to the sun.

Mesmerizing plasma loops on the sun | Space photo of the day for Sept. 3, 2026

By Daisy Dobrijevic Published 3 September 26

"To see one AND catch it right on the limb AND have it happen on a clear day when I'm home and able to catch it was a real treat."

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Astrophotography

lunar eclipses are made up of several stages here they are arranged in a question mark shape.

What is a lunar eclipse? Everything you need to know

By Daisy Dobrijevic Last updated 1 September 26

Reference Lunar eclipses occur when Earth blocks the sun and casts a shadow over the surface of the moon. We explore the different types of lunar eclipses here.

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When is the next lunar eclipse? 2027 lunar eclipse dates and viewing guide

By Daisy Dobrijevic Last updated 1 September 26

Reference Find out when the next lunar eclipse will occur, plus the key viewing details for 2027.

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Partial lunar eclipse wows millions worldwide with spectacular crimson moon

By Daisy Dobrijevic Last updated 28 August 26

Follow our live coverage as we count down to the best lunar eclipse until December 2028, with the latest news, viewing tips and live updates.

Lunar Eclipses

rows of starlink satellites in the lower left portion of the image with Earth in the background and a slither of black space in the lower right side of the image.

Starlink satellites: Facts, tracking and impact on astronomy

By Tereza Pultarova Last updated 27 August 26

Reference Starlink satellites have been developed by SpaceX to provide internet to remote locations. Here we explore the controversial megaconstellation in more detail.

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