NamedLight Blog

Scorpius is one of the few constellations that genuinely looks like what it's named for. It's also one of the most dramatic in the sky — anchored by a red supergiant, curving through the Milky Way, and carrying one of the oldest rivalries in mythology.

Flowers are easy. These ideas take a little more thought — and they last a lot longer than a week.

Buying a star is simpler than most people expect. Here’s what it actually means, what separates a good registry from a bad one, and what to look for before you buy.

Most stars in the galaxy don’t travel alone. Here’s what a binary star system actually is — and why two stars sharing an orbit is more common than you might think.

The Summer Triangle isn't a constellation — it's three stars from three different constellations that happen to form one of the most recognizable patterns in the summer sky. Each one has a story worth knowing.

The best Father’s Day gifts don’t come from a last-minute search. Here are ideas worth actually giving — organized around the kind of dad you’re shopping for.

Boötes is one of the oldest named constellations in the sky, and it contains Arcturus — the brightest star in the northern hemisphere. Here's what to know about it and how to find it.

The summer solstice is the longest day of the year — which also makes it the shortest night. Here’s what’s actually happening in the sky, and why it’s still worth looking up.

You've named your star — now what? Here's exactly what happens behind the scenes, what you'll receive, and what it means going forward.

Star naming packages range from $29.99 to $69.99 depending on the brightness of the star and what’s included. Here’s exactly what you get at each price point.