Parts of Milky Way are older than expected, astronomers say
There are parts of the galaxy that are believed to be two billion years older than previously thought, according to the European Space Agency.
A wet dress rehearsal for a rocket? NASA prepares Artemis I for final test
Before any performance, whether a school play or a Broadway production, there is a dress rehearsal – usually many rehearsals – before opening night. The same goes for NASA's new moon rocket.
NASA image depicts historic debris cloud from clash of celestial bodies
NASA has shared an image depicting what researchers say is the first observation of a debris cloud from a massive celestial collision.
Pete Davidson no longer going to space on Blue Origin flight, company says
Pete Davidson is no longer going to the edge of space on Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin rocket after the launch was delayed, the company said.
Spirits of past space shuttles to help boost new moon rocket
As NASA’s giant moon rocket rolls to the launch pad for the first time, some pieces of space shuttle history are riding along with it. The SLS rocket’s engines and boosters powered each of the shuttles through the years, all the way back to Columbia.
March full moon 2022: 'Worm moon' to ring in the arrival of spring
March’s full moon — called the “worm moon” — is set to reach peak illumination this week. Here's when to see it at its brightest.
NASA: Bright star, galaxies captured in latest James Webb telescope optical testing
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope captured a mesmerizing image of the cosmos with a very bright star at its center and a couple dozen galaxies and additional stars surrounding it.
New planets could begin to form around binary star system, astronomers say
Two young stars and a bunch of baby planets: Astronomers are beginning to see the start of what could be three very alien solar systems forming around a binary star.
NASA to roll out Artemis-1 moon rocket to launch pad for critical test
Preparations are underway in Florida as NASA plans to roll out the Space Launch System, its 322-foot-tall moon rocket, to the launchpad for the first time this week.
Pete Davidson blasting off to space on Blue Origin's 4th suborbital human flight
"Saturday Night Live" star Pete Davidson will be among those catching a ride to the edge of space on Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin rocket, scheduled to launch March 23.
Axiom-1 crew to conduct 'meaningful research' in space as first all-private mission to ISS
Axiom-1, made up of an American, Canadian and Israeli crew, will become the first to dock at the ISS as an all-private mission.
Space junk to smash into moon at 5,800 mph this week
Scientists expect the 3 tons of space junk from a leftover rocket will carve out a hole 33 feet to 66 feet across and send moon dust flying across its surface.
GOES-T weather satellite launches, carrying hope of better forecasts
A powerful new weather satellite, promising better forecasts for everything to hurricanes to wildfires, is on its way to orbit after a Tuesday afternoon launch from Florida.
Canadian space agency shares satellite image of Earth internet says resembles a cat
The Canadian Space Agency posted a satellite photo of a region the internet concluded resembles a cat.
World’s largest plane Antonov An-225 'destroyed' in Ukraine-Russian conflict
The world’s largest plane, an Antonov-225 "Mriya," has been “destroyed” in Ukraine during fighting with Russian troops, officials said.
GOES-T weather satellite ready for liftoff next week from Florida
An essential piece of forecasting technology is preparing to launch from Florida's coast in less than a week in the form of a high-tech weather satellite that can map lightning and track wildfires from above.
Liftoff! SpaceX launches Starlink mission on Presidents Day
The goal of Starlink is to create a network that will help provide internet services to those who are not yet connected and to provide reliable and affordable internet across the globe.
Virgin Galactic reopens spaceflight ticket sales
Tickets cost $450,000 and all reservations will require a $150,000 deposit to secure a spot, according to the company.
Polaris Dawn: Billionaire who led Inspiration4 crew announces 3 new private SpaceX missions
Billionaire Jared Isaacman announced plans for three more private SpaceX flights, including the first crewed launch of Starship.
NASA's James Webb telescope sends back 1st images, including selfie
NASA's new space telescope has captured its first starlight and even taken a selfie of its giant, gold mirror.