Newsletter Issue 155 (January 2026)

New Year 2026 Marks the End of 21st Century’s First Quarter

On January 1, 2026, the first quarter of the 21st century will have passed. But not for everyone. And not precisely at midnight.

Countdown to New Year 2026

How many seconds are left until New Year 2026? Use our handy New Year Countdown to count down to midnight on December 31!

Skywatching in January 2026

The Quadrantid meteor shower kicks off the year, alongside the glowing Wolf Moon. Jupiter shines bright near its opposition, and you get a chance to spot Neptune next to the Moon. From meteors to planets, January sets the tone for a skywatching year full of highlights.

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