Space

NASA has recently announced a significant achievement in the ongoing search for planets beyond our solar system, with the confirmation of over 5,500 exoplanets. This milestone not only underscores the...

The highly anticipated Polaris Dawn mission, a landmark project by SpaceX, has been postponed from its original launch date of July 31 to mid-to-late August. This mission is set to...

A significant celestial event is set to captivate skywatchers across the mid-latitudes of the United States and Europe. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Space Weather Prediction Center has...

While the Earth appears perfectly round from space, its true shape is more complex and fascinating. Despite the seemingly smooth, spherical appearance captured in images from space, the reality is...

As humanity looks toward the stars, the challenges of space travel and colonization become increasingly apparent. Among these challenges are the harsh environmental conditions, such as radiation exposure, extreme temperatures,...

United Launch Alliance (ULA) is on the brink of a historic moment as it prepares to launch the final Atlas V rocket carrying a national security payload. This mission, designated...

SpaceX has successfully launched its Falcon 9 rocket from NASA's Kennedy Space Center, marking a significant recovery and demonstrating resilience in space operations. This mission, which took place on July...

Recent observations from NASA's James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) have revealed intriguing evidence suggesting that Ariel, one of the moons of Uranus, may host a subsurface ocean. This discovery comes...

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has authorized SpaceX to resume Falcon 9 launches after a thorough investigation into an upper stage anomaly that occurred on July 11. This issue, involving...

Renowned Harvard astronomer Abraham Loeb has once again sparked intrigue in the scientific community with his latest theory: our universe might be the product of a cosmic chemistry experiment conducted...

NASA's Perseverance rover has made a potentially groundbreaking discovery on Mars, identifying a rock that may contain signs of ancient microbial life. This rock, named "Cheyava Falls," features chemical compositions...

A significant astronomical event is set to occur as asteroid 2011 AM24, classified as a "potentially hazardous object," will make a close approach to Earth on July 26. This asteroid,...

SpaceX recently completed a crucial static fire test of its Falcon 9 rocket, an important milestone in the lead-up to resuming flights after a recent anomaly. The test took place...

The Event Horizon Telescope (EHT), known for capturing the first image of a black hole, is set to receive significant upgrades that will enhance its capabilities and potentially unlock new...

The core stage of NASA's Artemis 2 rocket has successfully arrived at the Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Florida, marking a significant milestone in preparations for the mission. This core...

A groundbreaking discovery by an international team of astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope has unveiled a 'super-Jupiter' planet, Epsilon Indi Ab, located approximately 12 light-years from Earth. This...

In an ambitious project aimed at supporting future lunar missions, inventors from the UK and Canada are competing to develop innovative technologies to create clean water on the moon. This...

Stargazers are in for a treat as two meteor showers, the Alpha Capricornids and the Southern Delta Aquariids, will peak in close succession next week. This rare event provides an...

Recent analyses of lunar samples brought back by China’s Chang'e-5 mission have revealed the presence of water molecules, marking a significant breakthrough in lunar exploration. These discoveries add valuable insights...

NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory is celebrating its 25th anniversary by releasing never-before-seen images of NGC 6872, also known as the Peacock Galaxy. These new images showcase the largest known spiral...

On the nights of July 23 and 24, skywatchers are in for a celestial treat as the moon and Saturn will appear close together in the night sky. The event,...

NASA has awarded SpaceX a $112.7 million contract to provide launch services for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Joint Polar Satellite System (JPSS) 4 mission. This mission is...

The Hubble Space Telescope has once again captivated the scientific community and the public by capturing a stunning image of NGC 3430, a spiral galaxy located 100 million light-years away...

A geomagnetic storm watch has been issued by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), with the potential to light up the skies across northern U.S. states with the northern...

NASA and the US military are reviving the development of nuclear-powered spaceships, an endeavor that holds the potential to revolutionize space travel. The current focus is on the Demonstration Rocket...

Boeing and NASA engineers have recently concluded ground tests on the Starliner Reaction Control System (RCS) thruster at the White Sands Test Facility in New Mexico. This series of tests...

Comet C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS), initially heralded as the "comet of the century," may face disintegration before it graces the skies of Earth this fall. This potential celestial spectacle is now...

NASA’s Juno spacecraft, which has been orbiting Jupiter since 2016, continues to provide unprecedented insights into the gas giant’s atmosphere. During its 61st close flyby on May 12, 2024, Juno...

Chinese scientists have unveiled ambitious plans to develop a comprehensive communication and navigation network between Earth and the moon. This infrastructure aims to support China's lunar exploration goals and enhance...

NASA's Curiosity rover, which has been exploring Mars since 2012, has made significant discoveries regarding the planet's past. Recently, the rover uncovered compelling evidence of ancient floods that once surged...

Researchers have detected massive, mysterious objects floating through deep space that may be passing in front of pulsars and temporarily blocking their light pulses. These findings suggest the presence of...

Mars, often called the Red Planet, continues to surprise and intrigue scientists and space enthusiasts alike with its diverse and enigmatic landscape. From towering volcanoes to vast canyons and icy...

The European Space Agency's (ESA) Gaia space telescope, dedicated to mapping the stars, has faced significant challenges recently due to a micrometeoroid impact and an intense solar storm. These events...

NASA researchers have found that amino acids, potential indicators of life, could survive near the surface of Jupiter's moon Europa and Saturn's moon Enceladus. Experiments indicate that these organic molecules...

Jupiter's Great Red Spot (GRS), the largest storm in the solar system, has been shrinking over the past century. Recent studies have provided new insights into why this iconic feature...

Researchers have made significant strides in predicting solar storms, which not only impact technological infrastructure but also result in the spectacular displays of the northern lights. This advancement is set...

As the International Space Station (ISS) approaches the end of its operational life, NASA and SpaceX have outlined a comprehensive plan to safely deorbit the massive structure. This ambitious endeavor...

On May 30, 2024, NASA's Curiosity rover made an unexpected discovery on Mars. While traversing the Martian landscape, the rover cracked open a rock, revealing yellow sulfur crystals. This finding...

Using advanced radio telescopes, astronomers have made a significant discovery of 10 new pulsars in the dense globular cluster Terzan 5, located in the constellation Sagittarius. These findings, resulting from...

Recent findings presented at a national astronomy meeting have intensified the debate about the potential for life in the clouds of Venus. Researchers have reported the detection of phosphine and...

NASA has announced the cancellation of its VIPER (Volatiles Investigating Polar Exploration Rover) mission, which aimed to explore the south pole of the moon in search of water ice. The...

SpaceX is seeking approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to resume flights of its Falcon 9 rockets, which were grounded following an upper-stage malfunction during a recent launch. The...

NASA and SpaceX are inviting media to witness the launch of the Crew-9 mission to the International Space Station (ISS). This mission, part of NASA’s Commercial Crew Program, will see...

Billionaire Elon Musk has announced his decision to relocate the headquarters of SpaceX and social media company X from California to Texas. In a post on X, Musk stated that...

NASA has reached a major milestone in its Artemis program with the successful rollout of the second core stage for the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket, which will be used...

A possible meteor streaked across the skies of New York City and New Jersey on Tuesday morning, causing a loud boom and shaking that startled residents. The event, captured in...

Saturn's moon Titan, the only other world in our Solar System with surface liquids, continues to intrigue scientists with its complex and Earth-like features. Recent studies leveraging data from the...

Astronomers have captured a remarkable image of a garden sprinkler-like jet emanating from a neutron star, offering new insights into the extreme physics of these celestial objects. Discovery of the...

Astronomers are advocating for a revised definition of what constitutes a planet, aiming to include thousands of celestial bodies orbiting stars other than our Sun. This initiative seeks to address...