NASA's Moon Rocket Returns to Hangar for Repairs
Delays push astronaut mission to April as helium system malfunction is addressed
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Feb 23, 2026
New Theory Aids Search for Life Beyond Earth
A new model for exploring exoplanet atmospheres has been introduced, enabling scientists to better analyze starlight passing through an exoplanet's atmosphere for signs of life.
Feb 23, 2026
Are We Missing Alien Signals?
Researchers consider the notion that Earth may have already received signals from extraterrestrial life, but we didn't notice due to limitations in our search methods.
May 29, 2026
Is Space Exploration Heating Up This Summer?
From rocket explosions to heat waves, the space industry is making headlines this season
May 29, 2026
The Milky Way may have devoured another galaxy named Loki, and astronomers think they've found its remains
The universe has been abuzz with activity, from the discovery of a devoured galaxy's remains to significant advancements in space exploration.
May 29, 2026
What's next for SpaceX's Starship V3 megarocket after its historic debut flight?
From SpaceX's Starship to the Secrets of Gravity, Scientists Make Strides in Understanding the Universe
May 29, 2026
Chang'e-5 regolith studies reveal nanoscale space-weathering processes
Cosmic Discoveries and Rare Lunar Events Unveiling the Wonders of Space and the Moon's Mysteries Astronauts, scientists, and stargazers are abuzz with excitement as a rare blue micromoon rises
May 29, 2026
NASA's Diverse Pursuits: From Supersonic Flight to Distant Worlds
NASA has been actively pursuing various projects that showcase its commitment to innovation and exploration.
May 29, 2026
NASA Explores Mars, Stars, and Leadership Changes
New discoveries on Mars, advancements in astrophysics, and personnel shifts within the agency
Mar 27, 2026
Exploring the Wonders of Our Universe: From Herring Spawn to Baby Planets
A satellite spots a massive herring spawn, astronomers discover baby planets forming around a young star, and the Hubble Space Telescope witnesses a comet reversing its spin.
Mar 20, 2026
Love Project Hail Mary? Here are the Andy Weir books you need to read
Andy Weir's Novel and its Film Adaptation Delve into the Wonders of Space and Science
Mar 20, 2026
What's Been Happening in Space This Week?
From a massive gamma-ray burst to a comet's disintegration, astronomers have been busy
Mar 20, 2026
Spring Arrives with a Bang: Volcanic Eruptions, Space Exploration, and the Search for Life Beyond Earth
The vernal equinox, which marked the beginning of spring in the Northern Hemisphere, occurred on March 20 at 10:46 a.
Mar 13, 2026
Black Holes, Neutron Stars, and Spiral Galaxies: Unveiling the Universe's Secrets
Recent discoveries in astrophysics and space exploration shed light on cosmic phenomena
Mar 13, 2026
What's New in Space and Science This Spring?
From 'Rick and Morty' to real-life rocket launches, here's what's happening in the world of space and science.
Mar 6, 2026
NASA Invites Media to Northrop Grumman CRS-24 Station Resupply Launch
NASA is gearing up for the launch of a Northrop Grumman Cygnus XL spacecraft on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, which will deliver new science investigations, supplies, and equipment to the International Space Station.
Mar 6, 2026
Scientists successfully harvest chickpeas from 'moon dirt'
Scientists successfully harvest chickpeas in simulated moon dirt, while new accessories enhance astrophotography and massive solar power arrays come online.
Mar 6, 2026
The universe is humming with ripples in spacetime: Scientists just doubled our catalog of black hole and neutron star collisions
Cosmic Discoveries: Unveiling the Secrets of the Universe Exploring the latest breakthroughs in space exploration and astronomy From black hole collisions to habitable zones, scientists are making new discoveries
Mar 6, 2026
Good news for the moon: Famous asteroid 2024 YR4 won't smash into it in 2032
Celestial Happenings: Asteroids, Zodiacal Light, and Lunar Farms As we continue to explore and understand our universe, several recent developments have shed light on the vastness of space and
Mar 6, 2026
Will We Detect Alien Life Before Asteroids Hit Us?
NASA programs and studies aim to advance aeronautics, detect technosignatures, and prevent asteroid collisions
Mar 6, 2026
VLT Image Captures a "Cosmic Hawk" Spanning its Wings.
Recent breakthroughs in astronomy and space travel showcase human ingenuity and curiosity
Mar 6, 2026
The 4.6-Billion-Year-Old Tape Recorder Hidden Inside Asteroid Dust
Exploring the Cosmos: Asteroid Dust, Mars Images, and Space-Inspired Tech Understanding the Early Solar System and Beyond Get the latest on asteroid dust, Mars exploration, and space-inspired technology, from
Mar 6, 2026
Weekends on the Space Station
NASA's latest updates, new findings on interplanetary life, and breakthroughs in solar activity predictions
Mar 6, 2026
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NASA's Artemis Mission Takes Off, Lego Marvel Iron Spider-Man Bust on Sale, and More