The Old Farmer's Almanac says the moon got the nickname because wolves were likely heard howling in mid-winter. Wolf experts say the pack may be howling during full moons for other reasons. MICHELLE ...

The first full moon and overall moon phase of the new year is set to take place Thursday evening over South Carolina skies. January’s full moon, called the wolf moon, will occur at 12:25 p.m. on ...

Three of the largest celestial objects in our night sky will be on full view later this week, and thanks to some perfect timing and alignment in the night sky, up to five planets will be visible to ...

CINCINNATI (WKRC/CNN Newsource) - The first full moon of the new year is this week. January's full moon is known as the "Wolf Moon." According to the Old Farmer's Almanac, the moon gets its name from ...

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A particular kind of lunar eclipse is in store for Jan. 10, but only for certain parts of the world. Freelance writer Amanda C. Kooser covers gadgets and tech news with a twist for CNET. When not ...

This summer, in the foothills of the French Alps, groups of French officials have been imitating wolves and howling at the moon. With trained volunteers, they make wolf noises, which ring out through ...

MARTIN: But - and I confess, I have wondered about this - do wolves really howl at the moon? MICHELLE MANCINI: They don't necessarily howl under the full moon. There's not a mystical element behind it ...