Cosmologists have a problem: Their measurements of the rate of expansion of the universe don't agree. And a new, highly accurate measurement of variable stars could deepen this 'Hubble trouble.'
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What time is Europe's JUICE Jupiter mission launch on April 13?
Europe's JUICE Jupiter mission is scheduled to lift off from French Guiana atop an Ariane 5 rocket on Thursday (April 13) at 8:15 a.m. EDT (1215 GMT).
It’s a xenomorph outbreak on Planet Lethe in first 'Aliens: Dark Descent' tactical gameplay trailer
Tindalos Interactive reveals new gameplay trailer and launch date for "Aliens: Dark Descent."
Scientists blasted Barbies with liquid nitrogen to test a new method of moon dust cleanup — and it worked extremely well
Researchers have developed a liquid-nitrogen spray that rids spacesuits of lunar dust.
Forget the Habitable Zone – We Need to Find the Computational Zone
Astronomers are currently searching for signs of life in the “habitable zones” of nearby stars, which is defined as the band around a star where liquid water can potentially exist. But a recent paper argues that we need to take a more nuanced and careful approach, based not on the potential for life, but the potential for computation.
Will the Starship be Ready for an April Launch?
It’s been a long road, but it looks as though SpaceX may finally be ready for an orbital flight test with the Starship and Super Heavy. After months of waiting, static fire tests, stacking, and restacking, Elon Musk announced on March 16th that SpaceX could be ready to go with the SN24 and BN7 prototypes in “a few weeks,” pending approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Musk announced via Twitter, saying, “launch timing depends on FAA license approval. Assuming that takes a few weeks, first launch attempt will be near end of third week of April, aka…”
Transformers movies ranked, worst to best
Transformers are returning to the big screen this summer with Rise of the Beasts, so you might be looking to rewatch all the movies. This is our Transformers movies ranked list.
Get ready for a rare hybrid solar eclipse on April 20
A hybrid eclipse, which shifts between total and annular, is exceedingly rare, occurring only a few times per century.
James Webb Space Telescope studies wreckage of titanic cosmic explosion (video, photo)
The James Webb Space Telescope has investigated the wreckage of a titanic cosmic explosion, capturing a stunning image of the supernova remnant known as Cassiopeia A.
Nick Fury returns to stop Skrulls from ruling Earth in new trailer for Marvel’s 'Secret Invasion' (video)
Disney+ and Marvel Studios release new trailer for the summer event series, "Secret Invasion."
In new 'Star Wars: The High Republic - Quest for Planet X' novel, thrillseekers hunt for secret world (exclusive excerpt)
Disney Lucasfilm Press has just released author Tessa Gratton's novel "Star Wars: The High Republic - Quest for Planet X."
ESA's Jupiter mission JUICE is not 'strong enough' to orbit potentially life-harboring Europa. Here's why
Europe's Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer (JUICE) is setting out for an ambitious tour of Jupiter's moons. But it will only take a brief glimpse of the potentially life-harboring Europa. Here's why.
The Great American Solar Eclipse of 2024 is 1 year away! Where is the best place to see it?
On April 8, 2024, a total eclipse will sweep across much of North America. Here we take a look at the weather prospects for the Great American Solar Eclipse.
Star Wars Celebration 2023: Plans, previews and launch dates for new 'Star Wars' movies and series
Lucasfilm releases news on "Star Wars" films and TV shows at Star Wars Celebration 2023.
New 'Star Wars: Ahsoka' trailer brings 'Rebels' heroes to live action — and confirms identity of main villain (video)
Grand Admiral Thrawn is the "Heir to the Empire" in first look at 'The Mandalorian' spin-off.
Zoom in on Mars like never before with this epic 3D map of the Red Planet
The interactive Global CTX Mosaic of Mars is the most detailed 3D map of Mars ever made. It was developed using 110,000 images taken by NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter.
SpaceX's Starship looks amazing stacked for launch in these photos
SpaceX has shared some amazing photos of its giant Starship vehicle stacked for launch at the company's Starbase facility in South Texas.
Astronomers develop new AI software to sharpen photos from ground-based telescopes
Researchers have developed new AI-powered software that can sharpen astronomical images from ground-based telescopes that are blurred by Earth's atmosphere.
The Next Total Solar Eclipse Is Just a Year Away
A long totality passing through Mexico, the U.S., and Canada beckons — and planning ahead will be crucial.
An Amazing New Map of the Moon, In LEGO
OK, LEGO fans, it’s time to vote this awesome new LEGO Idea into existence! A stunning new 2,360-piece Lego Art space poster called “The Moon: Earth’s Companion” is currently gathering supporters on the LEGO Ideas website. If it gets enough votes, LEGO will review it and possibly create it.
Dwarf star is surrounded by massive 'double ring' that hints at a Saturn-size exoplanet
A red dwarf star almost 500 light-years from Earth is surrounded by two rings of dust that might have been separated by the orbit of a Saturn-sized planet.