One of the Brightest Stars Suddenly Disappeared — And Astronomy Watched It Happen

One of the Brightest Stars Suddenly Disappeared — And Astronomy Watched It Happen

On February 2, 2026, the Moon briefly blocked Regulus, one of the brightest stars in the night sky. This rare lunar occultation made the star disappear and reappear within minutes, depending on location. Credit to : NASA Space News

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