SpaceX launches another Starlink mission from Florida

SpaceX hopes to launch a Falcon 9 rocket carrying 23 Starlink satellites to low-Earth orbit tonight.

Moon will 'kiss' Saturn on May 31 and other summer sky events to watch

On May 31, sky lovers can witness a stunning celestial event as the Moon will appear to "kiss" Saturn in the southeastern sky just before dawn, offering a rare and captivating visual spectacle for amateur astronomers and stargazers, with several other noteworthy celestial events occurring this year.

Starliner launch: Boeing, NASA, ULA set June date for possible test flight with crew

NASA, Boeing, and United Launch Alliance (ULA) officials continue to evaluate a path forward for launching the Boeing Crew Flight Test to the International Space Station.

‘Planet Parade’ 2024: watch guide for 6 planets aligned on June 3

On June 3, 2024, skywatchers can witness a rare "planet parade" of six planets—Mercury, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune—aligning in the pre-dawn sky, visible near the eastern horizon about 20 minutes before sunrise.

May's full Flower Moon happening soon: What to know

The Full Flower Moon is unique astronomical event best viewed from regions like the southeastern U.S., parts of Central America, and northeastern South America.

Solar storm: X8.7 solar flare erupts in largest of sun cycle

On Tuesday, the sun unleashed another powerful solar flare. The NWS discussed whether the intense solar storm will impact activities on Earth.

SpaceX successfully launches 23 Starlink satellites into orbit

SpaceX will attempt to launch a Falcon 9 rocket carrying 23 Starlink satellites bound for low-Earth orbit on Sunday evening.

Could another 'Carrington Event' solar storm happen?

A potent solar storm prompted the first severe geomagnetic storm watch in nearly two decades in the U.S., dazzling observers with vivid Northern Lights as far south as Florida, while raising concerns about potential disruptions to communication and GPS systems.

Solar storm disrupts GPS signals critical for farmers

The solar storm brought unbelievable Northern Lights to much of the U.S. this weekend – but also some serious technical problems that will likely affect farmers’ crops this season.

Northern Lights: Could Florida see another spectacular show on Sunday?

The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Space Weather Prediction Center reported Saturday afternoon that another series of coronal mass ejections (CMEs) was expected to arrive at Earth on Saturday, producing severe-to-extreme geomagnetic storms.

Boeing Starliner launch: When is the next launch attempt?

NASA’s Boeing Crew Flight Test is now targeting no earlier than 6:16 p.m. EDT Friday, May 17, to send the Starliner spacecraft to the International Space Station if the technical issue that prevented the launch attempt on Monday is fixed.

See Northern lights photos as strong solar storm hits Earth

An unusually strong solar storm hitting Earth was able to produce northern lights across parts of the U.S. and the world.

How to record the Northern Lights above US skies in real-time

If you're hoping to catch the elusive Green Lady dancing across the U.S. night skies this weekend, here are some tips from the experts.