How an odd star in the 'Gaia Sausage' could help solve one of astronomy's most enduring mysteries
The discovery of a metal-rich star packed with both light and heavy elements hints at exotic stellar explosions and the role of ancient dwarf galaxies in seeding the cosmos with uranium and thorium.
Jewels sparkle like stars in the Van Cleef and Arpels 'Cosmic Splendor' exhibit at the American Museum of Natural History
The American Museum of Natural History in New York has a new space gems exhibit, courtesy of luxury jewel Van Cleef and Arpels.
What time will Japan's ispace Resilience probe land on the moon on June 5?
The Japanese company ispace will attempt to land its Resilience lander on the moon on June 5. Here's what time and how to watch it live.
https://www.space.com/space-exploration/missions/what-time-is-japan-ispace-resilience-moon-landing
SpaceX's next private astronaut launch to ISS, Ax-4, pushed back to June 10
Houston company Axiom Space's Ax-4 astronaut launch to the International Space Statio has been delayed by two days, to June 10.
Best friendly aliens: From Superman to Stitch, these are the friendliest extra-terrestrials from sci-fi movies and TV
In honor of the live-action 'Lilo & Stitch', we look back at 12 extra-terrestrials who came in peace.
https://www.space.com/entertainment/best-friendly-aliens-from-sci-fi
Fred Espenak, astronomy's 'Mr. Eclipse', dies at 71
Astronomy has lost one of its most assiduous calculators of eclipses with the passing of astronomer Fred Espenak, known widely as "Mr. Eclipse."
https://www.space.com/stargazing/fred-espenak-astronomys-mr-eclipse-dies-at-71
SpaceX launches 23 more Starlink satellites from Florida
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched 23 satellites for the company's Starlink constellation from Cape Canaveral, Florida on June 3, 2025.
Northern lights may be visible from these 13 US States tonight
Auroras may be visible from Alaska to Oregon as geomagnetic storm conditions start to wane.
Satellites are polluting Earth's atmosphere with heavy metals. Could refueling them in orbit help?
In-orbit servicing and refueling could help curb the environmental harm done by the space industry. But will operators subscribe to the greener business model? The jury is out.
AI could solve puzzles posed by twin stars in 'mere minutes or seconds on a single laptop'
A newly designed, AI-powered program could solve the puzzle of binary stars in mere seconds using a common laptop, a process that currently takes supercomputer clusters weeks.
Two space vets added to Astronaut Hall of Fame as one awaits launch
The U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame just held its annual induction ceremony, but one of this year's two honorees could not attend for a reason unique to all past enshrinements.
What's at the center of Mars? Maybe the stench of rotten eggs
Mars' core formed within just a few million years, scientists say compared to the hundreds of millions or even billions of years that it took for Earth's core to form — it also might smell like rotten eggs.
https://www.space.com/astronomy/mars/whats-at-the-center-of-mars-maybe-the-stench-of-rotten-eggs
$800 million, 13 years, and still no release date — the state of Star Citizen in 2025
As Star Citizen approaches a billion dollars in funding and with no full release date in sight, we take a look at its history and the current state of this ambitious space epic.
Turning the Red Planet green? It's time to take terraforming Mars seriously, scientists say
A new study debates the complex ethical questions that must be considered if we're to terraform Mars and lays the blueprint for a potential path forward.
Predator: Badlands: Release date, plot, trailers & everything we know about Predator's silver screen return
After the success of Prey, Predator returns to the big screen with Predator: Badlands, a new theatrical movie set in the far future on another world.
Northern lights may be visible in these 23 US States tonight
Auroras may be visible from Alaska to Pennsylvania as Earth reverberates from the impact of a speedy solar storm.
Aurora alert: Ongoing powerful geomagnetic storm could spark more northern lights across the US tonight
Northern lights may once again be visible deep into mid latitudes tonight as geomagnetic storm conditions continue to wreak havoc with Earth's magnetic field.
Severe G4 geomagnetic storm sparks northern lights across US and beyond (photos)
The speedy solar storm arrived in style, sparking stunning aurora displays as far south as California and New Mexico.
Super-magnetic dead star throws a violent temper tantrum as NASA X-ray spacecraft looks on
NASA's X-ray space telescope IXPE has made the first observation of polarized light emerging from an outbursting magnetar, neutron stars that possess the universe's strongest magnetic fields.
Trump to withdraw Jared Isaacman's nomination as NASA chief
The White House is pulling the nomination of Jared Isaacman as NASA administrator, saying that the next agency chief should be "in complete alignment" with President Trump's agenda.
https://www.space.com/space-exploration/trump-to-withdraw-jared-isaacmans-nomination-as-nasa-chief
SpaceX adds 27 Starlink satellites to constellation after successful launch from California
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket lifted off with 27 Starlink internet broadband satellites from southern California on Saturday, May 31, 2025.
Aurora alert: Severe geomagnetic storm could spark northern lights as far south as Alabama and northern California tonight
Attention aurora chasers! Powerful geomagnetic storm conditions could trigger northern lights at mid-latitudes tonight as a coronal mass ejection impact is imminent.
Blue Origin launches 1st New Zealander to reach space, 5 others on latest New Shepard suborbital flight (video)
Blue Origin completed its 12th human spaceflight today (May 31), flying six passengers on a 10-minute trip beyond the Karman Line and back.
Trump's 2026 budget would slash NASA funding by 24% and its workforce by nearly one third
The Trump administration's 2026 budget request cuts NASA funding by $6 billion, which would lead to the cancellation of Mars sample-return and other high-profile missions.
'This is an attack on NASA.' Space agency's largest union speaks out as DOGE cuts shutter science institute located above 'Seinfeld' diner in NYC
The Trump administration is closing a historic NASA science office in the name of efficiency, but critics point out that the move won't actually save much money.
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin targeting May 31 for 12th space tourism launch
Blue Origin, Jeff Bezos' aerospace company, is targeting Saturday (May 31) for its 12th human spaceflight mission.
Best cameras under $2000 2025: Top picks to suit any budget
Shopping with a specific budget in mind? We've tested out the best cameras under $200-$2000 to share our top picks across a range of different price points.
https://www.space.com/stargazing/skywatching-kit/best-cameras-under-2000-dollars
Best streaming services for Sci-Fi fans in 2025: Disney Plus, Netflix, Hulu, Apple TV Plus, and more
Watch the best Sci-Fi TV shows, movies, and franchises on the best streaming services for Sci-Fi fans, perfect for nights in and marathon movie sessions
https://www.space.com/entertainment/best-streaming-platforms-for-sci-fi-fans
Best night vision monoculars in 2025
Looking for a night vision monocular that won't break the bank, or is quality more of a priority? We have compiled the current crop of night vision monoculars into one handy guide.
https://www.space.com/stargazing/skywatching-kit/best-night-vision-monoculars
I search deals for a living and $230 off this DJI Mini 4 Pro combo might be the best Memorial Day drone deal out there
You can save a massive $230 on the DJI Mini 4 Pro Fly More combo in this Memorial Day drone deal and get it for its lowest-ever price.
'Mickey 17' starts streaming on HBO Max today, and you absolutely need to watch this underrated sci-fi romp
Robert Pattinson plays an expendable laborer in Bong Joon Ho's satirical sci-fi comedy, which hits HBO Max today.
Best model rocket sets 2025: NASA, Blue Origin, Estes, National Geographic and more
Get your space dreams flying with this basic set of model rockets and accessories, including scale model rockets, motors and more.
Borderlands games in order: Chronological and release
Borderlands 4 is almost here, and whether you're a newcomer or a lapsed Vault hunter, you might need this list of every Borderlands game in order.
https://www.space.com/entertainment/space-games/borderlands-games-in-order-chronological-and-release
Watch SpaceX's 32nd Cargo Dragon spacecraft undock from the ISS today
SpaceX's 32nd robotic Dragon cargo mission is set to undock from the International Space Station today (May 22), and you can watch the departure live.
New species of space-adapted bacteria discovered on China's Tiangong space station
A newly discovered bacterial species aboard China's Tiangong space station may offer insights into how life can survive and potentially thrive in space.
Powerful Mother's Day geomagnetic storm created radio-disrupting bubbles in Earth's upper atmosphere
Researchers have provided some new insights about the powerful geomagnetic storm that flared up last Mother's Day, after a big solar storm hit Earth.
Canon RF 24mm f/1.4L VCM lens review
The Canon RF 24mm f/1.4L is a high-quality wide-angle prime lens with a fast maximum aperture making it ideal for landscape, cityscape and astrophotography.
https://www.space.com/stargazing/skywatching-kit/canon-rf-24mm-f-1-4l-vcm-lens-review
‘Exodus: The Archimedes Engine’ author Peter F. Hamilton talks building a brand-new sci-fi video game universe for Exodus (exclusive)
We talked with author Peter F. Hamilton about Exodus: The Archimedes Engine, a prequel novel to the sci-fi RPG video game Exodus.
Trump's proposed 2026 NASA budget cuts will cede our space 'position of leadership to other nations', top scientists say
The chairs of several NASA analysis and assessment groups (AGs) issued a statement in response to the Trump administration's proposed budget that would gut science programs.
SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launches Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral, lands at sea
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from Florida's Cape Canaveral Space Force Station today (May 14), carrying 28 Starlink satellites for the company's growing constellation.
https://www.space.com/space-exploration/launches-spacecraft/spacex-starlink-6-67-b1090-ccsfs
Meet the 'Doctor Who' actors who brought the retrofuturistic robots to life for season 2's 'The Robot Revolution' (interview)
Veteran creature artists Stephen Love and Rob Strange share the rigors of having zero vision and taking tumbles while playing retro robots.
