James Webb spots two of the earliest galaxies ever seen
The James Webb Space Telescope has discovered two of the earliest galaxies ever seen in the universe, and they are much brighter than expected.
How to watch Orion make its closest approach to the moon on Monday
NASA's Orion spacecraft is set to make a close approach to the moon on Monday. If you want to follow along, you'll be able to tune into a live stream.
See a new star being born in stunning James Webb image
The James Webb Space Telescope has captured a stunning image of the birth of a new star.
Perseverance rover explores sandstone pass for evidence of ancient life
The Perseverance rover recently arrived at a new area of Mars named the Yori Pass, which is an exciting opportunity to search for evidence of ancient life.
How NASA is dealing with micrometeoroids threatening James Webb
Earlier this year, James Webb Space Telescope suffered a micrometeoroid impact. Now, NASA has shared its plan to deal with such impacts as Webb ages.
Orion spacecraft is looking good for its mission to the moon
Following its historic launch this week, NASA's Orion spacecraft is on its way to the moon for the Artemis I mission.
Watch NASA’s cinematic animation of upcoming Mars Sample Return mission
NASA has released a cinematic animation showing some of the key moments from the upcoming Mars Sample Return (MSR) mission.
How to watch the spectacular Leonid meteor shower tonight
With the Leonids known to create particularly bright streaks across the sky, we should be in for a treat on Thursday night when the meteor shower peaks.
NASA inks deal with SpaceX for second crewed lunar landing
NASA has inked a deal with SpaceX for a second mission to put astronauts on the lunar surface before the end of this decade.
NASA’s moon spacecraft beams back first images of Earth
NASA’s uncrewed Orion spacecraft has sent back its first images of Earth as it heads toward a rendezvous with the moon as part of the Artemis I mission.
NASA’s historic Artemis I mission finally underway with SLS rocket launch
NASA has successfully launched its next-generation SLS rocket and Orion spacecraft on a test flight to the moon, ushering in a new era of space exploration.
NASA spacewalk video features a stunning view of Earth
Two American astronauts spent just over 7 hours outside the International Space Station on Tuesday in what was NASA's first spacewalk since March.
How to watch tonight’s launch of NASA’s mega moon rocket
NASA will try again to launch its next-generation SLS rocket on Wednesday morning ET (Tuesday evening PT). Here's everything you need to know to view the event.
NASA needs good weather for Artemis launch, here’s how it’s looking
Two recent hurricanes have disrupted NASA’s plans for the maiden launch of its next-generation moon rocket. So how's it looking for this week's launch attempt?
Air Force’s experimental space plane returns after record flight
The Air Force’s experimental X-37B space plane has returned to Earth after a record mission lasting 908 days, beating its previous stay in space by 129 days.
NASA’s CAPSTONE arrival brings lunar space station a step closer
Despite some tense moments on its way to the moon, NASA has confirmed that the CAPSTONE CubeSat has successfully completed its first orbit insertion maneuver.
How to watch the first NASA spacewalk in eight months
NASA is about to lead its first spacewalk since March 2022, with two American astronauts embarking on their first excurions outside the space station.
Super-sensitive exoplanet-hunting instrument captures its first light data
Astronomers will soon have a new tool for hunting exoplanets, as the Keck Observatory's Keck Planet Finder instrument recently took its first observations.
Hubble captures rare image of a supernova as it happens
The Hubble Space Telescope recently managed to capture three different moments of a supernova in a single image.
James Webb’s MIRI instrument is back to full operations
This summer there was a problem with one mode on James Webb's Mid-Infrared Instrument or MIRI. Now, engineers have found a way to deal with the issue.
Mars Express orbiter has relayed data from seven different Mars missions
Recently the European Space Agency's Mars Express set a new record for relaying data from seven different Mars surface missions.
See the dark pillar of the Cone Nebula captured by the Very Large Telescope
A stunning image of the dramatic Cone Nebula has been taken using the Very Large Telescope.
NASA launches weather satellite and inflatable heat shield test
NASA has launched a new weather satellite, JPSS-2, into polar orbit. The launch also included a test of a new inflatable heat shield called LOFTID.
NASA sticks with Artemis I launch despite minor damage from Hurricane Nicole
NASA has announced that the Space Launch System rocket is still set to be launched this week, despite suffering minor damage during Hurricane Nicole.
How to watch SpaceX launch two media satellites this morning
This morning, Saturday November 12, there's a chance to catch an early SpaceX launch as the company sends two communications satellites into orbit.
Challenger space shuttle fragment found 36 years after disaster
NASA has confirmed the discovery of a section of the Challenger shuttle that exploded soon after launch in 1986 with the tragic loss of all seven crew members.
NASA inspects SLS moon rocket following Hurricane Nicole
NASA left its SLS rocket on the launchpad at the Kennedy Space Center as Hurricane Nicole passed through on Thursday. A team is now checking its condition.
NASA’s Cygnus docks successfully with ISS despite solar array issue
Despite having only one of its two solar arrays deployed, NASA’s Cygnus spacecraft successfully docked with the International Space Station on Wednesday.
NASA shifts launch date again for its mega moon rocket
A storm approaching Florida has prompted NASA to set a new target date for the launch of its mega moon rocket from the Kennedy Space Center.
NASA’s mega moon rocket looks tiny in this launchpad shot
Check out this striking image taken high above the Kennedy Space Center showing NASA's SLS rocket on the launchpad ahead of next week's maiden flight.
NASA has an issue with the Cygnus spacecraft heading to ISS
NASA is assessing the condition of a Cygnus spacecraft that’s only managed to deploy one of its two solar arrays as it heads to the ISS on a supply mission.
You can watch Tuesday’s total lunar eclipse even if it’s cloudy
If cloud cover ruins your view of Tuesday's lunar eclipse, or you're in a part of the world from where it's not viewable, there's still a way to witness it.
How to watch the launch of NASA’s JPSS-2 weather satellite this week
This Thursday, November 10, NASA will launch a weather satellite called JPSS-2 into a polar Earth orbit. Here's how to watch.
Astronomers find remnants of planets around 10 billion-year-old stars
Astronomers discovered something special orbiting two ancient white dwarfs: the remains of planets, making this one of the oldest known rocky planetary systems.