How long did it take NASA to launch the first space shuttle?
The first space shuttle launch happened in 1981 on the 20th anniversary of when Yuri Gargarin became the first man in space, but the launch date was not by design.
The first space shuttle launch happened in 1981 on the 20th anniversary of when Yuri Gargarin became the first man in space, but the launch date was not by design.
NASA releases stunning new images of Phantom Galaxy from Hubble, James Webb telescopes
New images from the James Webb and Hubble space telescopes have produced a stunning view of the Phantom Galaxy, a "grand design" spiral galaxy located 32 million light-years away from Earth.
New images from the James Webb and Hubble space telescopes have produced a stunning view of the Phantom Galaxy, a "grand design" spiral galaxy located 32 million light-years away from Earth.
Newly discovered 'super-Earth' exoplanet could be 'water world'
While the planet may be nearly double the size of Earth, initial observations and calculations indicate the planet is five times denser -- which could be consistent with a surface covered in a very deep ocean.
While the planet may be nearly double the size of Earth, initial observations and calculations indicate the planet is five times denser -- which could be consistent with a surface covered in a very deep ocean.
Artemis I mission: NASA to try second moon rocket launch on Saturday, Sept. 3
NASA will try again to send the Artemis I moon rocket into orbit on Saturday after having to scrub a launch attempt on Monday.
NASA will try again to send the Artemis I moon rocket into orbit on Saturday after having to scrub a launch attempt on Monday.
Artemis I Mission: How SLS, NASA's new mega moon rocket, compares to Apollo-era Saturn V
For the first time in nearly 50 years, NASA is preparing for a historic first, launching a new powerful moon rocket, the Space Launch System, on its maiden voyage.
For the first time in nearly 50 years, NASA is preparing for a historic first, launching a new powerful moon rocket, the Space Launch System, on its maiden voyage.
Watch: SpaceX launches more Starlink satellites into space from Florida
SpaceX launched another batch of Starlink satellites on Saturday from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida and it was a sight to see as the rocket launched through the cloudy night sky into low orbit.
SpaceX launched another batch of Starlink satellites on Saturday from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida and it was a sight to see as the rocket launched through the cloudy night sky into low orbit.
Artemis 1: Everything you need to know about NASA’s moon mission
NASA is gearing up for its historic Artemis 1 mission in which the first rocket in 50 years designed to carry humans back to the moon will lift off from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
NASA is gearing up for its historic Artemis 1 mission in which the first rocket in 50 years designed to carry humans back to the moon will lift off from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
Crowds pack Florida Space Coast for Artemis I launch
Thousands have flocked to Florida's Space Coast to watch the historic launch of the Artemis I, NASA's new moon rocket.
Thousands have flocked to Florida's Space Coast to watch the historic launch of the Artemis I, NASA's new moon rocket.
Artemis I launch: Meet the manikins hitching ride on NASA?s moon rocket
When NASA launches its Artemis I moon rocket with the Orion spacecraft, humans will not be aboard, but scientists will be focused on three manikins who will be collecting important data during the multi-week excursion.
When NASA launches its Artemis I moon rocket with the Orion spacecraft, humans will not be aboard, but scientists will be focused on three manikins who will be collecting important data during the multi-week excursion.
Meet the manikins that will hitch a ride on NASA’s moon rocket
When NASA launches its Artemis I moon rocket with the Orion spacecraft, humans will not be aboard, but scientists will be focused on three manikins who will be collecting important data during the multi-week excursion.
When NASA launches its Artemis I moon rocket with the Orion spacecraft, humans will not be aboard, but scientists will be focused on three manikins who will be collecting important data during the multi-week excursion.
Artemis I vs Apollo 11: Why has it taken NASA so long to return to the moon?
In 1969, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin planted an American flag on the moon, and became the first humans to step foot there. His words marking the moment also marked in history: "That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind."
In 1969, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin planted an American flag on the moon, and became the first humans to step foot there. His words marking the moment also marked in history: "That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind."
Boeing's first astronaut flight delayed until next year for more fixes
Liftoff of the Starliner capsule with a pair of NASA test pilots is now scheduled for February, officials announced Thursday. They had hoped to launch it by year's end.
Liftoff of the Starliner capsule with a pair of NASA test pilots is now scheduled for February, officials announced Thursday. They had hoped to launch it by year's end.
NASA releases sound of a black hole -- and it's terrifying
The tweet of the audio, which NASA called the ‘Black Hole Remix,' quickly went viral and has been viewed over 15 million times.
The tweet of the audio, which NASA called the ‘Black Hole Remix,' quickly went viral and has been viewed over 15 million times.
Photos: New space telescope shows Jupiter's auroras, tiny moons
The world’s newest and biggest space telescope is showing Jupiter as never before, auroras and all.
The world’s newest and biggest space telescope is showing Jupiter as never before, auroras and all.
SpaceX launches Falcon 9 from Cape Canaveral carrying Starlink satellites
SpaceX on Friday launched another Falcon 9 rocket from Space Launch Complex 40 (SLC-40) at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.
SpaceX on Friday launched another Falcon 9 rocket from Space Launch Complex 40 (SLC-40) at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.
The Webb telescope found 20 new exoplanetary systems. Here’s how you can help name them
The James Webb — the world’s largest and most powerful telescope — launched in December 2021 and traveled a million miles to its final destination.
The James Webb — the world’s largest and most powerful telescope — launched in December 2021 and traveled a million miles to its final destination.
Northern lights may be visible as low as Iowa, thanks to G3 geomagnetic storm
NOAA predicts auroras could be seen as far as Oregon, Pennsylvania and even Iowa from Wednesday to Friday.
NOAA predicts auroras could be seen as far as Oregon, Pennsylvania and even Iowa from Wednesday to Friday.
NASA's Artemis moon rocket to roll out Tuesday ahead of late August launch
Teams are preparing to move NASA's next-generation moon rocket to the Florida launchpad on Tuesday ahead of the long-awaited Artemis 1 liftoff later this month.
Teams are preparing to move NASA's next-generation moon rocket to the Florida launchpad on Tuesday ahead of the long-awaited Artemis 1 liftoff later this month.
Monster star Betelgeuse recovers after blowing its top
The agency said astronomers used the Hubble and other telescopes to figure out the star blew off a huge chunk of its surface in 2019.
The agency said astronomers used the Hubble and other telescopes to figure out the star blew off a huge chunk of its surface in 2019.
Sturgeon full moon: Last supermoon of 2022 rises Thursday
The last supermoon of the year, also known as the Sturgeon Moon, happens Thursday night and coincides with the peak of the Perseid meteor shower.
The last supermoon of the year, also known as the Sturgeon Moon, happens Thursday night and coincides with the peak of the Perseid meteor shower.