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Moon and Mars cave exploration could be easier with ReachBot
How will future robotic explorers navigate the difficult subterranean environments of caves and lava tubes on the Moon and Mars? This is what a recent study published in Science Robotics hopes to address as a team of researchers from Stanford University investigated the use of a novel robotic explorer called ReachBot, which could potentially use its unique mechanical design to explore deep caves and lava tubes on the Moon and Mars in the future.
'It's never dumbed-down': 'Futurama' Season 12 stars Billy West and Lauren Tom on the series' lasting appeal (exclusive)
An interview with "Futurama" vocal stars Billy West and Lauren Tom for Season 12 of the animated sci-fi classic.
Here's what the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris look like from space (photos)
The 2024 Summer Olympics started Friday (July 26) in Paris with the opening ceremony highlighting historic landmarks along the Seine River, which can be seen in a new satellite image from space.
Remembering David Crawford (1931–2024)
A professional astronomer turned dark-sky champion, David L. Crawford became synonymous with the fight against light pollution around the world.
Live coverage: ULA to launch Atlas 5 rocket on the company’s 100th national security mission
An Atlas 5 551 rocket stands tall at Space Launch Complex 41 (SLC-41) in anticipation of the USSF-51 mission launch. Image: Michael Cain/Spaceflight Now
United Launch Alliance’s Atlas 5 rocket is preparing for its swan song when it comes to launching critical missions connected to U.S. national security. The launch provider is prepping to send up a classified payload as part of the United States Space Force-51 (USSF-51) mission, marking the 100th such operation for ULA.
'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds': Pike and crew go full Vulcan in first Season 3 clip (video)
Paramount+ revealed an extended clip from "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds" Season 3 at San Diego Comic Con, showing the crew donning Vulcan disguises.
Being in Space Mimics Age-Related Muscle Loss
One of the hazards astronauts must contend with is muscle loss. The more time they spend in a microgravity environment, the more muscle loss they suffer. Astronauts use exercise to counter the effects of muscle atrophy, but it’s not a perfect solution. Researchers want to develop drugs to help, and understanding the muscle-loss process in space is a critical first step.
Watch an Atlas V rocket launch its final national security mission early July 30
United Launch Alliance's venerable Atlas V rocket will fly its final national security mission early Tuesday (July 30), and you can watch the action live.
Neutron Star Eaten by Small Black Hole (Probably)
Gravitational-wave astronomers have identified ripples in spacetime from the coalescence of a neutron star with what’s likely one of the smallest black holes ever found.
'Star Trek: Lower Decks' Season 5 trailer launches the crew on one last wacky mission (video)
Paramount+ released the fifth and final season trailer for "Star Trek: Lower Decks."
We Might Find Life Just Under the Surface on Europa
What does it take to have life at another world? Astrobiologists say you need water, warmth, and something for life to eat. If it’s there, it’ll leave signs of itself in the form of organic molecules called amino acids. Now, NASA scientists think that those “signatures” of life—or potential life—could exist just under the icy surfaces of Europa and Enceladus.
Watch devastating Park Fire rage in stunning satellite video
The second-largest wildfire of 2024 continues to rage in northern California, and satellites are watching the destruction unfold.
SpaceX fires up Starship spacecraft ahead of 5th test flight (photos, video)
SpaceX ignited the engines on its Starship spacecraft on Friday afternoon (July 26) to prep for an upcoming test flight, which may be just a few weeks away.
Boeing's Starliner tests thrusters at ISS as NASA reviews options for astronauts' return to Earth
Boeing's Starliner spacecraft completed a hot fire July 27 at the ISS as part of certification for reentry. Its 1st historic test flight with astronauts is more than 50 days into a planned 10-day mission, following technical issues.
Watch a colossal X-class solar flare erupt from Earth-facing sunspot (video)
An X-flare erupted from the sun at 10:33 p.m. EDT on July 28 (0233 GMT July 29). Watch the action unfold here.
Dark matter could play 'matchmaker' for supermassive black holes
Dark matter could act as a cosmic matchmaker between dark matter and merging supermassive black holes, solving astronomy's "final parsec problem."
Dead stars sometimes shine again — and gravity itself may be responsible
Do dead stars glow? A strange gravitational phenomenon could be generating enormous amounts of light around neutron stars, new research suggests.
Aurora alert: Strong geomagnetic storm could spark northern lights at mid-latitudes across US and Europe
Northern lights could be visible over mid-latitudes across the US and Europe on July 30. A geomagnetic storm watch has been issued by NOAA's Space Weather Prediction Center.
Lego NASA Artemis Space Launch System review
Space and Lego fans alike should be over the moon with this stunning Lego NASA Artemis set.
Juice returns for a lunar-Earth flyby
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ESA’s Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer (Juice) is coming back to Earth.
