Abigail Beall
Abigail is a science journalist, based in Leeds.
Recent articles by Abigail Beall
Astronomy for beginners: A complete guide for UK stargazing
Want to spot The North Star, Mars, The International Space Station and other galaxies with your naked eye? Read on to find the top stargazing basics – no telescope required.
How to see the Perseid meteor shower 2021 in the UK tonight
Where, when and how to spot one of the most active meteor showers in the northern hemisphere.
How can I spot the Leo in the night sky?
Get a look at the Lion constellation with our easy how-to guide – no telescope required.
How to spot the Orion nebula
The Orion nebula is a staggering 1,344 light-years away – and completely visible to the naked eye. If you know where to look, that is.
How can I see the Pleiades star cluster?
See this cluster of stars between October to April.
How can I see Betelgeuse?
See one of the brightest stars in the sky from September until April.
How can I see the great conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn?
Jupiter and Saturn will align on 21 December, but you'll get a great view of them any night this month.
Astronomy for beginners | How can I spot the International Space Station?
Earth’s biggest artificial satellite is visible all year round.
Astronomy for beginners | How can I see the Andromeda Galaxy?
Our galactic neighbour is visible all year from the UK, but clearest during the dark winter months.
How do I find the North Star?
Visible all year round in the Northern Hemisphere
Astronomy for beginners | How can I see Jupiter and Saturn this week?
July is a great time to see these planets with the naked eye.
How do I find the Summer Triangle this month?
This asterism will be visible in the Northern Hemisphere in June, July and August.
How do I see the Super Pink Moon this week?
Though the Moon is full on 8 April, the best time to view it is actually a few days before or after.
Is there a wormhole hiding at the centre of the Milky Way?
We talk to Dejan Stojkovic, professor of cosmology, about whether the black hole at the centre of our Galaxy might actually be a wormhole instead.
Race to Venus | What we'll discover on Earth's toxic twin
Scientists want to return to Venus, so they can try to find out why it morphed from a pleasant planet into a fiery and inhospitable hell hole.
A beginner's guide to stargazing, no telescope required
Stargazing doesn't have to be hard. Catch the Orionid meteor shower tonight with these tips.
Building for the future | 3 eco-cities preparing for overpopulation, rising sea levels and air pollution
As overpopulation and climate change take their toll on our cities, engineers and urban planners are adapting their designs to cope with an uncertain future.
An end to cat allergies?
If the sight of a fluffy kitten playing with a toy reduces you to tears, you’re probably not alone. If your tears are the result of an involuntary allergic reaction, however, soon you may be in luck.