Wind the cosmic clock back a few billion years and our Solar System looked much different than it does today. About 4.5 billion years ago, the young Sun shone much like it does now, though it was a little smaller. Instead of being surrounded by planets, it was ensconced in a swirling disk of gas and dust. That disk is called a protoplanetary disk and it’s where the planets eventually formed.
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NASA targets February launch for Artemis 1 mission on its 1st first moon rocket since Apollo
An uncrewed Orion capsule could ride the first Space Launch System megarocket as early as Feb. 12, 2022. But a lot has to go right.
Marvel movies you probably haven’t seen
The FAA held two public hearings this week about its environmental assessment of SpaceX's orbital launch activities in South Texas. People voiced strong opinions, both pro and con.
A Spacecraft Orbiting the Moon Just Captured an Image of Saturn
The hush-hush launches from NASA's Wallops Flight Facility tested advanced hypersonic weapons technology for the U.S. military.
Mars helicopter Ingenuity soars through Red Planet's summer air after radio blackout (video)
China just launched what is planned to be its longest crewed mission to date, but the next spacecraft in the series is ready to blast off should the Shenzhou 13 astronauts need rescuing.
At Mars, China's Tianwen 1 orbiter and Zhurong rover are back in action after a radio blackout
China's Tianwen 1 orbiter and Zhurong rover are once again active at Mars following a communications blackout caused by the sun interfering with radio signals sent from Earth.
NASA targets February launch for Artemis 1 moon mission
The 74,000-pound Orion spacecraft was lifted inside the Vehicle Assembly Building this week, and mounted to the top of the Space Launch System. Credit: NASA/Frank Michaux
With NASA’s powerful new 322-foot-tall moon rocket fully stacked at Kennedy Space Center, managers said Friday that Feb. 12 is the soonest the unpiloted Artemis 1 mission could blast off toward lunar orbit, a date that hinges on the outcome of a critical fueling test on the launch pad in January.
Taking Dark Skies to the United Nations
Astronomers, dark-sky advocates, and satellite operators are discussing light pollution and satellite constellations with the United Nations' Office of Outer Space Affairs.
Elon Musk says SpaceX could launch Starship orbital flight test next month
SpaceX's latest Starship prototype could blast off into orbit earlier than expected.
NASA wants to buy more astronaut rides on private spaceships
NASA wants more private-sector firms to ferry its astronauts up into space, including missions to and from the International Space Station.
Hear sounds from Mars captured by NASA's Perseverance rover
The mission has recorded five hours of audio since landing in February.
The 'Snoopy in Space' season 2 trailer from Apple TV+ has the right (animated) stuff
The (first and only) trailer for the second season of Apple TV+'s "Snoopy in Space" has arrived and it's the epic animated interstellar adventure you didn't know you needed.
Ariane 5 launch delayed for more ground systems checks
An Ariane 5 rocket on its launch pad Thursday night in Kourou, French Guiana. Credit: ESA/CNES/Arianespace/JM Guillon
Arianespace delayed the launch from French Guiana of a European Ariane 5 rocket with two geostationary communications satellites Friday to conduct more checks of ground support equipment at the spaceport.
Strange white dwarf switches 'on' and 'off' in front of astronomers
A spacecraft that usually seeks new worlds saw a white dwarf suddenly switch "off" with a swift drop in brightness. Then it switched back on again.
Best VR headsets: Oculus Quest 2, Valve Index, PSVR, and more...
From the Valve Index to the Oculus Quest 2, these are the best VR headsets money can buy.
NASA to reveal new Jupiter atmosphere discovery Thursday. How to watch live.
Here's our roundup of the best cameras for astrophotography. Whether you love DSLRs, mirrorless, or dedicated astro cameras, we’ve got something for everybody
Birthday parties in space! NASA astronaut shares how to celebrate in orbit (video)
How do astronauts in space celebrate holidays and big moments?
Artemis I stacked
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Time lapse of the stacking of the Orion spacecraft on top of the fully assembled Space Launch System (SLS) rocket at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida, on 21 October 2021, in preparation for the uncrewed Artemis I launch.
Dune streaming guide: Where to watch Dune online
Dune is streaming on HBO Max for 31 days so you don't have to go to the theatres to watch it.
Best space and sci-fi books for 2021
Space.com's editors present a reading list for space and sci-fi lovers, as well as children who are interested in astronomy and spaceflight.
