This Week In Space podcast: Episode 158 — Hubble's 35th Birthday
On Episode 158 of This Week In Space, Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik are joined by John Grunsfeld to talk about the Hubble Space Telescope on its 35th anniversary.
'We learned so much that we didn't know': Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost moon lander mission was full of surprises
Firefly Aerospace's CEO Jason Kim says the company's successful Blue Ghost moon lander mission revealed 'so much that we didn't know' about the lunar surface.
Hubble helps explore the wreckage of a supernova star explosion in a satellite galaxy of the Milky Way (image)
Using the Hubble Space Telescope and an array of other instruments, astronomers have probed supernova wreckage in the Large Magellanic Cloud, the galaxy next door.
Lego Star Wars AT-AT Driver Helmet review
After two years, Lego Star Wars helmets are back, and the AT-AT Driver might be our favorite yet.
https://www.space.com/entertainment/space-games-toys/lego-star-wars-at-at-driver-helmet-review
How the Hubble Telescope became the 'Energizer bunny of spacecraft,' according to one of its astronaut visitors
How has the Hubble Telescope lasted so long? One of the astronauts who helped repair it explains.
Stuck on Strands? Here are the constellations you need to know for today's star-themed puzzle
Look to the night sky for the answers that you seek.
Lost in space: Why some meteorites look less 'shocked' than others
Scientists have long wondered why carbon-rich meteorites appear less affected by violent impacts than those lacking the stuff. They may finally have an answer.
'Pacific Rim' TV show is coming to Prime Video, and it's going to be a prequel to the movies
Legendary Television and Amazon MGM Studios will unleash the monsters and mechs onto streaming, though it's still a ways off.
The brightest star in the night sky shows off this spring: How to see a scintillating Sirius
Some people probably believe that the twinkling effect is produced by the stars themselves, but that is not the case at all.
Why are meteor showers so unpredictable? The sun may be to blame
Our sun is wobbling, and this has a huge impact upon the regularity of many of Earth's meteor showers, according to a new study.
New moon of April 2025 sees Venus and Saturn join up in the sky this weekend
The new moon occurs April 27, and a day later Venus and Saturn will make a close approach to each other (known as a conjunction) in the predawn sky.
SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launches 28 Starlink satellites, aces droneship booster landing (photos)
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from Cape Canaveral Space Fore Station on Thursday (April 24), carrying 28 Starlink satellites to orbit.
https://www.space.com/space-exploration/launches-spacecraft/spacex-starlink-6-74-b1069-ccsfs
Hubble Telescope snaps stunning portraits of Mars, a celestial moth and more in spectacular 35th anniversary photos
As scientists and space enthusiasts commemorate the Hubble Space Telescope's 35 years in orbit, the mission team joined in by delivering a fresh collection of awe-inspiring images.
Mars is covered in evidence of ancient lakes, rain and snow — but scientists aren't sure how that's possible
Valleys on Mars suggest the Red Planet was once covered in flowing water — but it's still a mystery how that could have been.
Scientists discover super-Earth exoplanets are more common in the universe than we thought
Super-Earths can exist in wider orbits around their parent stars than was previously believed, suggesting these Earth-like exoplanets could be more common than we thought.
China's Shenzhou 20 astronauts arrive at Tiangong space station
The three astronauts of China's Shenzhou 20 mission arrived at the nation's Tiangong space station today (April 24), about 6.5 hours after lifting off.
The 1st 'Predator: Badlands' trailer looks amazing, but it's the 'Alien' universe teases that have us most excited (video)
The first public look at Predator: Badlands has finally arrived, and it's safe to say this new entry is doubling down on the series' sci-fi worldbuilding.
Best star projectors for kids: Night-lights and ambient toys to soothe young space fans
Here are the best star projectors to enjoy a night-sky experience from the comfort of your couch. The prices are often reduced on special occasions, such as Amazon Prime Day, so keep your eyes open.
https://www.space.com/stargazing/astronomy-kit/best-star-projectors-for-kids
Aging gracefully: The Hubble Telescope is in 'excellent technical condition' on its 35th birthday, its chief scientist says
By teaming up with the James Webb Space Telescope, or by scientists delving into its long history of observations, Hubble is cementing its legacy.
South Korea sends 4th spy satellite to orbit on SpaceX rideshare launch
South Korea sent its fourth homegrown spy satellite to orbit this week in an effort to bolster its ability to keep tabs on its neighbor and adversary North Korea.
Watch season two of "Star Wars: Andor" with Disney's biggest bundle discount, including Hulu and Celebrate Star Wars Day — May the Fourth Be With You
Get two of the best streaming services out there and home to Star Wars, Marvel, Alien and more with a huge 44% reduction.
Who is Sentry and his monstrous alter ego, the Void, in Marvel's 'Thunderbolts*?'
This split-persona superhero is considered one of the most powerful beings in the Marvel Universe.
China reveals Shenzhou 20 astronaut crew launching to Tiangong space station
Veteran Chinese astronaut Chen Dong will command a crew that includes rookies Chen Zhongrui and Wang Jie.
Incredible photo catches the sun rising behind the world's largest telescope
As construction continues on ESO's Extremely Large Telescope, the observatory shared some stunning photos of the site as the telescope reached its highest point.
Gorgeous deep space photo captures the Andromeda Galaxy surrounded by glowing gas
Astrophotographer Miguel Claro captured a colorful portrait of the Andromeda Galaxy from the Dark Sky Alqueva Observatory in Cumeada, Portugal.
Astronomers discover dark matter 'bridge' linking colliding galaxies: 'This is the missing piece we've been looking for.'
A massive clump of dark matter in the Perseus galaxy cluster is linked to its core by a bridge of dark matter, evidence of a history of mergers.
Fixing the Hubble Space Telescope: A timeline of NASA's shuttle servicing missions
Spacewalking astronauts repaired and upgraded the famed Hubble Telescope during five missions from 1993 to 2009. Here's a summary of these epic servicing efforts.
It's alive! It's alive! Orion throws back its cover | Space picture of the day for April 22, 2025
NASA engineers tested the functionality of Orion's forward bay cover, which is the last component of the spacecraft that must be ejected before parachutes deploy to land.
