You might be able to see a NASA research rocket launch tonight
Tonight, NASA will be launching a research rocket which people in parts of the U.S. and Bermuda may be able to see if they look to the skies at the right time.
Parker Solar Probe detects a natural radio signal coming from Venus
A NASA spacecraft intended to study the sun has been doing some bonus science, revealing new information about Venus as it passes by the planet.
‘Mars isn’t dead.’ There could be active volcanoes on the red planet
New research shows Mars may be more active than previously thought, giving evidence that there could have been volcanoes erupting within the last 50,000 years.
Debris from Chinese Long March rocket falls into the Indian Ocean
The world has been watching the skies as a Chinese rocket came tumbling back to Earth in an uncontrolled reentry. The debris landed in the Indian Ocean.
SpaceX sets record with the 10th flight of a Falcon 9 rocket
For the first time, SpaceX has sent a Falcon 9 rocket booster on its 10th flight, marking an important milestone in rocket reusability.
How to spot a habitable exoplanet by investigating its core
New research aims to go beyond the concept of a habitable zone, and to understand the habitability of exoplanets based on the geology of how planets are formed.
Hubble captures giant galaxy cluster that could help us understand dark matter
The Hubble Space Telescope has captured an image of the enormous galaxy cluster Abell 3827, site of a famous debate over the nature of dark matter.
Ingenuity helicopter explores Mars on its own for the first time
NASA's Ingenuity helicopter has made another successful flight on Mars, traveling away from the location which has been its home base and exploring a new area.
Why the ISS sometimes smells like the fresh produce section of a grocery store
SpaceX’s recently returned Crew-1 astronauts have been sharing their experiences about their six-month mission on board the space station.
NASA’s Mars helicopter aiming for new record on next flight
NASA is aiming to achieve several more firsts during the fifth flight of its groundbreaking Ingenuity Mars helicopter on Friday, May 7.
How to watch Crew-1 astronauts reveal details about their Crew Dragon ride
Following their historic mission, SpaceX's Crew-1 astronauts will talk about their experiences, including how they felt during the ride home on the Crew Dragon.
Blue Origin names the date for its first-ever space tourism flight
Blue Origin has finally announced the date for the first crewed flight of its New Shepard rocket, and one seat is available for its first-ever space tourist.
An out-of-control rocket is tumbling to Earth, but you should be OK
A large Chinese rocket that launched to space last week is now tumbling out of control, with some experts suggesting debris will hit Earth in the coming days.
NASA offers tips on what to look out for in May’s night sky
NASA has just released its latest update on what stargazers should look out for in the night skies over the next four weeks.
A 10,000-year-old conflict between two stars formed the Necklace Nebula
The dramatic interactions of two very close stars formed the beautiful Necklace Nebula, recently captured by the Hubble Space Telescope.
What space agencies learned from a simulated asteroid impact
This week, space agencies from around the world came together to figure out how to respond if a large asteroid were to strike Earth.
See where stars are born and where they die in the dwarf galaxy Sextans B
Dwarf galaxy Sextans B is only a few thousand light-years in diameter. But it hosts a whole range of astronomical phenomena squeezed into its diminutive size.
SpaceX’s historic Crew-1 mission in pictures
SpaceX’s Crew-1 astronauts returned home on a Crew Dragon spacecraft on May 2, 2021, after nearly six months in space. Relive their adventure in pictures.
Crew-1 astronauts splash down safely off the Florida coast
The four astronauts of Crew-1 have made it home safely from the International Space Station, splashing down off the coast of Florida early this morning.
SpaceX Crew-1 astronauts return to Earth tomorrow in rare nighttime splashdown
After several delays, the four astronauts comprising the Crew-1 mission are scheduled to return to Earth tomorrow in a rare after-dark splashdown.
We finally know exactly how long a day on Venus lasts
Researchers from the University of California, Los Angeles finally have an answer to how long a day on Venus is, after 15 years of painstaking observations.
Hubble observes a giant planet growing as it gobbles up dust and gas
Hubble has made a rare direct observation of giant planet PDS 70b to learn about how such large planets grow.
SpaceX scrubs the high altitude test of its SN15 Starship prototype
SpaceX has scrubbed the high altitude test of its Starship prototype, which had been scheduled for Friday. The test will likely be pushed back to next week.
Mars helicopter Ingenuity passes fourth flight and has a new mission
After a small stumble, the Mars helicopter Ingenuity has completed its fourth flight. Now it has a new mission, called its operations demonstration phase.
How to watch the SpaceX Crew-1 astronauts return to Earth this weekend
On May 1, a SpaceX Crew Dragon will depart from the International Space Station carrying four astronauts on a journey home to Earth. Here's how to watch.
Mars helicopter’s rotors fail to spin for ambitious fourth flight
NASA's Mars helicopter was hit with a software issue on Thursday that stopped its fourth test flight from taking place. Another attempt will be made on Friday.
The first module of a new space station has just entered Earth’s orbit
China has successfully deployed the main section of a brand new space station in Earth orbit, with the first three astronauts set to arrive in June 2021.
NASA reveals ambitious plan for Mars helicopter’s fourth flight
NASA's Ingenuity Mars helicopter has already performed three flights in the Martian atmosphere, but its fourth one on Thursday will be its most ambitious yet.
Mars helicopter snaps photo of Perseverance rover, but can you spot it?
NASA has posted a photo of its Perseverance rover snapped by the Ingenuity helicopter during its third Mars flight. But can you see it?
NASA scrubs Wednesday’s return of space station’s Crew-1 astronauts
The return of the International Space Station's Crew-1 astronauts has been delayed by several days due to expected windy conditions in the recovery zone.
Watch SpaceX fire up its Starship SN15 rocket ahead of next test flight
Watch SpaceX perform a static fire of its Starship SN15 prototype rocket in preparation for its next test flight later this week.
This is what mealtime for 11 astronauts looks like on the space station
It’s pretty crowded on the space station just now, with a total of 11 astronauts currently enjoying the comforts of the orbiting outpost 250 miles above Earth.
Watch Ingenuity helicopter nail its third and most complex Mars flight yet
NASA has posted a video showing its Ingenuity Mars helicopter successfully performing its third and most complex flight yet over the Martian surface.
Ingenuity helicopter aces 3rd test flight over the Martian surface
Mars helicopter Ingenuity has aced its third test flight, traveling a distance of 50 meters at a top speed of 2 meters per second.