Homeward bound private astronaut shares gorgeous night shots of Earth
Private astronaut Marcus Wandt has shared his final Earth shots snapped from the International Space Station some 250 miles up.
Saturn’s tiny moon, Mimas, hosts an unexpected ocean beneath an icy shell
Researchers have found evidence of an ocean beneath the icy shell of Saturn's small moon Mimas, making it a prime candidate for habitability research.
NASA talks to spacecraft using both radio and laser communications on one dish
NASA's Deep Space Network, which receives signals from deep space, is experimenting with a hybrid antenna that can receive both radio and laser signals.
NASA launches PACE satellite to observe Earth’s oceans and atmosphere
NASA has launched its latest Earth-monitoring mission, a satellite that studies the atmosphere and the oceans, as well as their relationship to climate change.
How to watch the Ax-3 crew splash down on Friday
The first all-European private astronaut mission is on its way home. Here's how to watch the final stages of the mission on Friday.
It’s exactly 40 years since NASA achieved this remarkable first in orbit
On February 7, 1984, NASA astronaut Bruce McCandless II achieved a remarkable feat when he performed the first untethered spacewalk.
New Nikon camera gear for space station marks end of an era
Mirrorless camera technology has come a long way in recent years, and is now so good that it's replacing DSLR cameras on the International Space Station.
Private astronauts enjoy extra time aboard the space station
Private astronauts currently aboard the ISS are getting a few extra days in orbit due to poor weather conditions at the landing site.
ISS private astronaut shares stunning Earth photos
A private astronaut aboard the International Space Station has shared some stunning Earth images captured from the orbital facility.
NASA’s damaged Ingenuity helicopter spotted in Mars rover photo
NASA’s Mars rover, Perseverance, has captured an image showing the final resting place of the damaged Mars helicopter, Ingenuity.
How to watch NASA launch its newest ocean and atmosphere observation satellite tonight
NASA's newest mission to observe Earth's atmosphere and oceans, and how these interact with the changing climate, is launching tonight. Here's how to watch.
Russian cosmonaut breaks record for time spent in space
Russian cosmonaut Oleg Kononenko has now spent more time in orbit than anyone else, setting a new record aboard the space station on Sunday.
How to watch Axiom-3 depart from the ISS on Wednesday
On Wednesday the Axiom-3 crew will depart the International Space Station (ISS), marking the end of the first all-European private mission to the station.
Astronomers discover a super-Earth located in the habitable zone
Astronomers have discovered a type of exoplanet called a "super-Earth" located in the habitable zone of its small star - and it's right in our cosmic backyard.
The 5 best telescopes for viewing planets in 2024
We've put together a list of some of the best telescopes for viewing planets and galaxies to help you find the telescope that's right for you.
Watch Blue Origin hotfire its next-gen BE-4 rocket engine
Blue Origin has shared footage of a test fire of its powerful BE-4 engine in ongoing tests that follow the engine's recent first flight on a ULA rocket.
NASA’s skywatching tips for February include Mars return and a spiral galaxy
NASA's top picks for what to look out for in the sky over the coming weeks include Venus, Mars, and a spiral galaxy 11.8 million light-years away.
The 5 best telescopes for astrophotography in 2024
If you're interested in both observing and photographing the sky, we've rounded up suggestions for five of the best telescopes for astrophotography.
NASA reveals how Mars helicopter just kept getting better and better
Ingenuity's chief engineer has shared a video showing how the team behind the Mars helicopter pushed the impressive aircraft to the limit.
The moon is shrinking, causing moonquakes at the lunar south pole
New research from NASA suggests that the shrinking of the moon over time is causing moonquakes and the formation of faults near its south pole.
Watch this cool close-up footage of SpaceX’s rocket booster landing
Watch SpaceX's dramatic tracking footage showing one of its Falcon 9 boosters returning to Earth shortly after launching the Cygnus cargo ship to the ISS.
Axiom-3 astronaut offers fresh perspectives from inside the ISS
A private astronaut visiting the ISS as part of the Axiom-3 mission has been sharing some eye-catching images captured inside the orbital outpost.
Yes, Perseverance is exploring an ancient lake bed but no, it hasn’t found signs of life (yet)
A new study shows exciting results about the Jezero Crater on Mars, but Perseverance hasn't yet found evidence of life on the red planet.
See 19 gorgeous face-on spiral galaxies in new James Webb data
A stunning new set of images from the James Webb Space Telescope shows the variety of forms that exist within spiral galaxies like our Milky Way
The 5 best star projectors that are accurate in 2024
Whether with a star projector for learning, for creating an atmosphere, or for kids, you can take to the stars with our selections for the best star projectors.
How to watch space shuttle Endeavour’s ‘final mission’ tonight
NASA’s space shuttle Endeavour, which last flew in 2011, has one more important mission to complete. But it’s not what you’re thinking.
The 5 best telescopes for beginners in 2024
Telescopes can be rather pricy, but knowing the exact model and accessories you need can save you valuable time and money. Here are our six favorite telescopes.
The 5 best smart telescopes for Android and iOS in 2024
These are the best smart telescopes for stargazing in your backyard, while camping, or wherever you want to be. Just sync your phone and go.
How to watch SpaceX launch Cygnus cargo ship to ISS for first time
SpaceX is about to launch Northrop Grumman's Cygnus cargo ship to the International Space Station for the first time. Here's how to watch the mission.
Japan’s SLIM lunar lander is back in contact following blackout
Japan’s lunar lander is back in touch with its team on Earth after managing to regain power through its solar panels.
The 60 best space photos of all time from Nasa, Hubble, and more
From views of Mars to glimpses of distant galaxies, from the Perseverance rover to the James Webb Space Telescope, here are 60 of the best space photos.
What it takes to build a next-generation observatory
From rats to snow, building massive scientific instruments in harsh environments requires money, brilliant engineering, and good old-fashioned human sweat.
Small exoplanet could be hot and steamy according to Hubble
Hubble recently identified water vapor in the atmosphere of a small, hot exoplanet.
NASA automated system predicts asteroid impact over Germany
NASA recently predicted the impact of a small asteroid which burned up in the atmosphere over Germany, using its impact prediction system, Scout.