Betelgeuse Star to Temporarily Vanish on December 12

The bright star Betelgeuse, part of the Orion constellation, will be temporarily obscured by the asteroid Leona on December 11, causing it to vanish from sight for a few seconds. This rare event will only be visible along a narrow path on Earth, stretching from Mexico to central Asia. The occultation offers a unique opportunity for scientists to study Betelgeuse's behavior and characteristics, as well as gain insights into the asteroid Leona. The Virtual Telescope 2.0 project will livestream the event, allowing people outside the path to witness the spectacle.