Inside giant ice planets, it could be raining diamonds
The diamond rain effect is thought to occur deep within ice giants like Uranus and Neptune.
Watery exoplanets could be more common than we thought
A new study suggests exoplanets with water may be more common than previously thought, with many planets being made up of half water, half rock.
Hubble gets a peek at how stars could have formed in the early universe
Hubble researchers shared an image of a cluster of stars in the Small Magellanic Cloud which can help us learn how stars were born when the universe was young.
See the horror of the sun up close from world’s most powerful solar telescope
The astronomy community has a new tool for studying the sun, with the inauguration this week of the world's largest solar telescope.
ISS astronaut talks space debris
International Space Station inhabitant Samantha Cristoforetti has been talking about the threat that space debris poses to the orbital outpost.
NASA eyes two dates for third try at Artemis moon rocket launch
Following two failed attempts to launch its next-generation rocket toward the moon, NASA is now eyeing a couple of dates later this month for a third try.
NASA’s DART spacecraft gets its first glimpse of target asteroid
NASA’s Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) spacecraft has caught its first glimpse of the asteroid that it’s aiming to slam into on September 26.
NASA reveals who will build new spacesuits for next lunar landing
NASA's current spacesuit design is in need of a revamp, and the agency has been looking around for a private firm to take on the task. It's now made a decision.
NASA’s Mars helicopter takes longest flight since lengthy layoff
NASA's Ingenuity helicopter has taken its longest Mars flight since June, traveling 319 feet as it heads for a rendezvous with the Perseverance rover.
Space expert reveals Guinness World Records of the universe
A space expert has taken Guinness World Records beyond its own neighborhood to highlight some amazing facts and figures that exist in the rest of the universe.
NASA’s Webb telescope captures the majestic Tarantula Nebula
The most powerful space telescope ever built is continuing to send back dazzling images of the universe from its orbit a million miles from Earth.
Surreal NASA video makes Earth look like another world
NASA has shared a breathtaking time-lapse video captured from the International Space Station 268 miles above our planet.
ISS astronaut shows how CPR is performed in space
With the nearest medical experts so far away, astronauts aboard the ISS have to be well trained when it comes to performing emergency treatments.
After SLS rocket flop, Space Coast visitors make do with SpaceX launch
Visitors to Florida's Space Coast were left disappointed after NASA failed to send its most powerful rocket on its maiden flight. But there's always SpaceX!
NASA spacewalk video shows dramatic view of Earth
Two Russian cosmonauts recently completed a successful spacewalk outside the ISS, with a video from the mission capturing a dramatic view of Earth.
Stars sparkle in various colors in this week’s Hubble image
Close out your week with a soothing view of the wonders of space, as provided by the Hubble Space Telescope.
Glitch fixed on Voyager 1 probe, but underlying cause still a mystery
Engineers have fixed an issue with the Voyager 1 probe, one of the two most distant manmade objects in the universe.
Inflatable lunar habitat could keep future moon explorers cozy
The European Space Agency has shared a concept for a future moon habitat made up of inflatable structures.
NASA’s Artemis I launch postponed following fuel leak issue
Following two failed launch attempts of its new Space Launch System rocket, NASA will not be making another launch attempt in the next few days.
Citizen scientist shares stunning image of Jupiter’s atmosphere
See data from NASA's Juno spacecraft, which has been processed into two beautiful images by a citizen scientist.
NASA scrubs the launch of its Space Launch System rocket due to fuel leak
NASA has called off today's planned launch of its new Space Launch System rocket due to a liquid hydrogen leak.
Listen to the sounds of space with these James Webb sonifications
NASA released a series of sonifications of the famous first images from the James Webb Space Telescope, including the sounds of two nebulae and an exoplanet.
James Webb snapped a picture of an exoplanet for the first time
The James Webb Space Telescope has snapped an image an exoplanet for the first time.
Liquid hydrogen leak interrupts Artemis I launch preparations
NASA's preparations for the launch of its Space Launch System (SLS) rocket today, Saturday September 3, have been interrupted by a hydrogen leak issue.
How to watch NASA launch its mega moon rocket on Saturday
NASA is about to perform the first-ever launch of its next-generation rocket and spacecraft, and you can watch the entire event online.
NASA’s Mars oxygen success raises hopes of a human visit
A human mission to the red planet feels even more likely following an exciting update from a team linked with NASA's current Mars mission.
NASA needs good weather for Saturday’s moon launch, here’s how it’s looking
NASA needs good weather for its second attempt at launching its next-generation SLS rocket toward the moon. Here's how it's looking ...
NASA shares its skywatching tips for September
NASA is back with its monthly roundup of what to look out for in the sky over the coming weeks., with Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn all making an appearance.
NASA inks deal for 2nd private astronaut mission to space station
Five months after wrapping up its first private mission to the International Space Station, NASA has confirmed a second one for spring next year.
Astronaut’s video offers rare fish-eye view from the ISS
An astronaut aboard the International Space Station astronaut has shared a rare view of Earth that shows our planet from horizon to horizon.
The ‘Phantom Galaxy’ looks stunning in this Webb telescope image
The Webb space telescope is continuing to deliver astonishing images of deep space, with this latest one revealing the incredible beauty of the Phantom Galaxy.
NASA sets new date for second try at moon rocket launch
Following a failed launch attempt on Monday, NASA has announced a new date for the launch of its next-generation SLS moon rocket.
NASA chief reflects on Monday’s scrubbed rocket launch
NASA chief Bill Nelson has been speaking about the space agency’s decision to call off the maiden launch of its next-generation rocket on Monday.
NASA scrubbed its moon rocket launch on Monday. Now what?
An engine issue forced NASA to call off the launch of its mega moon rocket just 40 minutes before it was due to lift off on Monday morning. So, now what?