Jamie Carter is an award-winning reporter who covers the night sky. Can you find the so-called “North Star” or “Pole Star?” Actually called Polaris, it's one of the best-known stars in the ...

A person standing at the North Pole will find Polaris straight overhead ... Polaris is not visible below the Equator. A local night star map would be helpful for this activity.

The Pole Star, also known as Polaris, is a fascinating astronomical body that has served as a guiding light for centuries. Situated near the north celestial pole, it has been crucial for ...