Astronomers may finally know why some death shrouds created by the deaths of sun-like stars lack the element sulfur.
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SpaceX launching 22 Starlink satellites from California tonight
SpaceX plans to launch 22 more of its Starlink internet satellites tonight (Feb. 14), on what could be a very busy day in spaceflight.
Ready, set, go! Euclid begins its dark Universe survey
Today, ESA’s space telescope Euclid begins its survey of the dark Universe. Over the next six years, Euclid will observe billions of galaxies across 10 billion years of cosmic history. Learn how the team prepared Euclid in the months after launch for this gigantic cosmic quest.
Best solar viewing kit 2024: Observe the April 8 solar eclipse
Ahead of the upcoming solar eclipse on April 8, we've rounded up the best solar viewing equipment including solar glasses, telescopes, binoculars and filters.
SpaceX delays launch of private Intuitive Machines moon lander due to methane fuel issue
SpaceX postponed the launch of a private moon lander built by Intuitive Machines late Tuesday (Feb. 13) due to a fuel temperature issue on the spacecraft.
Saturn’s “Death Star Moon” Mimas Probably has an Ocean Too
A recent study published in Nature presents a groundbreaking discovery that Saturn’s moon, Mimas, commonly known as the “Death Star” moon due to its similarities with the iconic Star Wars space station, possesses an internal ocean underneath its rocky crust. This study was conducted by an international team of researchers and holds the potential to help planetary geologists better understand the conditions for a planetary body to possess an internal ocean, which could also possess the conditions for life as we know it. While Mimas was photographed on several occasions by NASA’s Cassini spacecraft, including a close flyby in February 2010, what was the motivation behind this recent study regarding finding an internal ocean on Mimas?
Valentine's Day 2024 means 3 rocket launches, a SpaceX doubleheader and a moon probe for space lovers
With up to three rocket launches possible on Feb. 14, including at least two by SpaceX, Valentine's Day 2024 is shaping up to be a space lover's dream.
SpaceX, Intuitive Machines stand down from Valentines’ Day launch
Intuitive Machines’ Nova-C lander, named ‘Odysseus,’ displayed prior to encapsulation inside a pair of SpaceX Falcon 9 payload fairings. Image: SpaceX
Update 11:05 p.m. EST: SpaceX and Intuitive Machines scrubbed the launch attempt for Wednesday morning.
Apes ponder their place in the universe in 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' trailer (video)
20th Century Studios just released a new trailer for 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes.' See it here.
SpaceX stacks giant Starship rocket ahead of 3rd test flight (video, photos)
SpaceX recently stacked the two stages of its huge Starship rocket to prep for the vehicle's third-ever liftoff, which may be just a few weeks away.
Our luscious blue Earth used to be a frozen snowball
More than 700 million years ago, our planet would have been unlivable due to an extreme ice age, and Australian geologists have a suggestion as to how this could have happened.
A tiny asteroid just snuck between the Earth and moon
A newly discovered asteroid has passed safely between the Earth and moon during a very close encounter this week.
SpaceX to launch Intuitive Machines lander Feb. 14 on 2nd try for NASA's commercial moon program
SpaceX will launch Intuitive Machines' Nova-C lunar lander on Feb. 14, sending a series of experiments to the moon on behalf of NASA and commercial customers.
Astronauts may accidentally threaten Mars missions with their gut bacteria, scientists warn
New research has shown that disease-causing bacteria carried in the human gut can also survive in Martian soil, a discovery with implications for future crewed exploration of Mars.
SpaceX to launch Starship again 'in about 3 weeks,' Elon Musk says
The third test flight of SpaceX's Starship megarocket will take place roughly three weeks from now, according to company founder and CEO Elon Musk.
SpaceX delays Crew-8 astronaut launch for NASA to Feb. 28 to make way for private moon mission
NASA will launch the Crew-8 astronauts nearly a week later, on Feb. 28, to "deconflict" from the expected launch date of a robotic moon mission with agency science on board.
Pearl Jam's cosmically charged rock journey continues with new album 'Dark Matter' — Listen to the 1st single
Pearl Jam unveils its cosmically-inspired new single 'Dark Matter," the latest of several space-themed offerings by the legendary rock group.
How to Do Eclipse Outreach On and Off the Path
One of the best parts about the eclipse coming up on April 8th will be the opportunity to share the joy and amazement with others!
The Celestron Inspire 100AZ is now $80 off on Amazon
We rate the Celestron Inspire 100AZ as the best budget telescope out there and now you can save a healthy $80 on this beginner-friendly model.
Air pollution fluctuations over the Po Valley
The Po Valley, nestled in northern Italy, is renowned for its picturesque landscapes and rich agricultural history. However, the region is also grappling with a persistent environmental challenge: air pollution. The unique geographical and meteorological conditions of the Po Valley contribute to fluctuations in air quality – impacting the health of its residents.
