NASA gearing up for historic mission to a new world made of metal
NASA’s next mission will take us to a brand new world – made of metal.
Orlando to witness sun's 'ring of fire' in upcoming annular solar eclipse this weekend: Where to see it
An annular solar eclipse will be visible in Florida this weekend. Here's what you need to know:
SpaceX targeting Sunday night to launch 22 more Starlink satellites
SpaceX is gearing up to launch more Starlink satellites into low earth orbit Sunday night.
Solar eclipse forecast: Southwest likely to have best viewing conditions for October 'ring of fire'
Here's a look at the forecast along the entire eclipse path, which stretches from coastal Oregon to the Gulf Coast of Texas.
Should we be concerned about space junk?
The first prototype internet satellites from Amazon are now in space. Amazon is now in direct competition with SpaceX's Starlink system. With two major companies now launching multiple communication satellites in orbit, there is a growing concern about space junk.
NASA Apollo 16 mission item hits auction market, expected to go for nearly $750K
The one-of-a-kind shovel was used to scoop up over 200 pounds of moon samples.
Atlas V rocket successfully launches Amazon broadband satellite network into low Earth orbit Friday
A United Launch Alliance Atlas V 501 rocket will be launching the Protoflight mission for Amazon's Project Kuiper.
‘Ring of fire’ solar eclipse viewer: How to build your own from a cereal box
For those who can't get their hands on a pair of eclipse glasses, there is an alternative to the fancy specs: a DIY projection box.
SpaceX to launch more Starlink satellites into low-earth orbit early Thursday morning
SpaceX is gearing up to launch some more Starlink satellites into low-earth orbit Thursday morning.
Solar eclipse, Orionid meteor shower make October skygazing forecast a standout
Throughout the month, the Moon will make an excellent partner for several planets appearing bright in the night sky.
NASA Mars rover spies 200-foot-wide dust devil moving across red planet's surface
A new compilation of images from NASA’s Perseverance Mars Rover appears to show a dust devil twister dancing across the surface of the red planet, about 2.5 miles away from the six-wheeled geologist.
How to safely watch a solar eclipse
With solar eclipses happening across the U.S. in 2023 and 2024, it's time to prepare to look at the Sun – with proper eye protection or filters.
SpaceX sends another batch of Starlink satellites into orbit from Florida
SpaceX is targeting 10 p.m. ET for a Falcon 9 launch of 22 Starlink satellites to low-Earth orbit.
NASA astronaut sets new US record with 371 days in space
A NASA astronaut now holds the record for the longest U.S. spaceflight after returning to Earth Wednesday, but the feat did not come voluntarily.
Harvest Moon: Last Supermoon of 2023 happens Friday
The Harvest Supermoon will appear bright starting on Thursday before reaching peak illumination Friday morning.
3 astronauts back on Earth after being stuck in space for a year
One of the astronauts that returned to Earth Wednesday is a NASA astronaut, who now holds the record for the longest U.S. spaceflight as a result of the unexpected extended stay.
NASA planning new spacecraft that will deorbit International Space Station
NASA said the station will be deorbited in a controlled manner to avoid populated areas.
Northern Lights activity to increase, include auroras further south due to escalating Sun activity
Skygazers in the northern U.S. will want to stay tuned for more aurora light forecasts in the coming years as peak solar activity is expected in 2025 during the Solar Cycle 25.