NamedLight Blog

NASA doesn't sell star names or run a star registry. Here's what NASA actually does, what official star naming looks like, and what your real options are.

A star registry lets you give a real catalogued star a name of your choosing. Here's how registries work, what to look for, and what a registration includes.

Not all star naming services are the same. Here's what separates them, what to ask before you buy, and how NamedLight answers each question.

If you've noticed three bright stars lined up perfectly in a row and wondered what they are, you're not alone. Here's the answer — and what makes those three stars worth knowing.

Is buying a star a scam? The honest answer depends on what you expect. Here's what you're actually getting, what you're not, and how to spot a legitimate registry.

Not all stars are alike. They vary enormously in size, temperature, color, and life stage. Here’s a plain-language guide to the main types of stars and what makes each one distinct.

A red giant is what happens when a star like our Sun runs out of fuel in its core. Here’s what that process looks like, which stars are red giants right now, and what it means for Earth’s future.

Cygnus is one of the most recognizable constellations in the summer sky — a cross-shaped pattern of stars stretching across the Milky Way, anchored by one of the most extraordinary stars in the galaxy.

The Perseids peak this week — the most reliable meteor shower of the year, producing up to 100 meteors an hour at its height. Here's what's actually happening and how to get the best view.

Not every star in the sky is available to name. Here’s exactly how we decide which stars make it into the registry — and why the ones that don’t are excluded.