In this edition of WTOP’s monthly space feature, “What’s up in the sky?” Greg Redfern tells you how to see the moon, planets, ...

The Summer Triangle is a formation of stellar bodies called an asterism, made up of the bright stars Vega, Deneb and Altair.

The third star in the Summer Triangle is Deneb (DEH-nehb). You’ll probably notice that it appears similar in brightness to Altair, so stargazers might conclude that it must be the same distance.

Hi, happy weekend. This line is as tired as it goes, but—are you looking for ways to escape the heat? If so (and if not: what’s wrong with you?) let me recommend this summer guide to Triangle ...