SpaceX Crew-7's astronauts left the International Space Station March 11. Their return to Earth may occur as soon as March 12.
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China will launch giant, reusable rockets next year to prep for human missions to the moon
China's new jumbo-size, reusable rockets are part of the country's plans to send humans to the moon by 2030.
Powerful solar flare eruption from 'sneaky' sunspot triggers widespread radio blackouts (video)
A solar flare erupted from the sun on March 10, causing widespread radio blackouts. The accompanying coronal mass ejection may trigger a geomagnetic storm on March 13.
'The Rise and Fall of the Galactic Empire' examines Star Wars' sinister Imperial reign
A preview of DK Publishing's "The Rise and Fall of the Galactic Empire."
Webb & Hubble confirm Universe’s expansion rate
Image: NGC 5468 – Cepheid host galaxy
Joining forces on the complexities of clouds and aerosols
In just a few months, ESA’s EarthCARE satellite will be lofted into orbit to fill in a piece of the complex climate puzzle – that piece being how clouds and aerosols, small particles such as dust suspended in the air, affect Earth’s energy balance.
Contract for new Galileo atomic clock tech signed
ESA, on behalf of the European Commission, has signed a €12 million contract with Leonardo S.p.A (Italy) and Istituto Nazionale di Ricerca Metrologica to design and develop a new ultra-precise atomic clock technology for Galileo.
How to See the Diamond Ring Effect During a Total Solar Eclipse
Here's how to safely see the "diamond ring," the dazzling burst of sunlight seen just before and after totality.
What is the smallest known planet?
Although Kepler 37-b has held the title of "smallest planet" for over a decade, it won't hold that designation forever.
SpaceX completes double launch day with its second Starlink mission
File: A Falcon 9 rocket stands ready to launch a Starlink mission. Image: SpaceX
SpaceX completed a double launch day on Sunday with the flight of a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base. The Starlink 7-17 mission will add another 23 satellites to the growing low Earth orbit constellation.
Cyborg Jellyfish Could Help Explore Oceans Autonomously
Earth’s oceans are—like space—a largely unexplored frontier. Relatively few humans have explored either place, using specialized life-support equipment. Unlike space, however, the oceans also have other beings that can explore them: jellyfish. They can head to places underwater that humans can never go. That makes them interesting candidates for autonomous ocean exploration.
SpaceX to launch 23 Starlink satellites from California tonight in 2nd leg of spaceflight doubleheader
SpaceX is set to launch 23 more of its Starlink internet satellites from California tonight (March 10), in the second leg of a spaceflight doubleheader.
SpaceX launching 23 Starlink satellites from Florida tonight
SpaceX is set to launch 23 of its Starlink internet satellites from Florida tonight (March 10).
SpaceX is Gearing Up for the Starship’s Third Orbital Test Flight
The Starship/Super Heavy is the world’s first fully reusable launch system and the most powerful rocket in history. It is also the key to fulfilling SpaceX’s long-term vision of broadband satellite internet, delivering crews and cargo to the lunar surface, and creating the first self-sustaining city on Mars. After years of development, design changes, and “hop tests” at the company’s launch facility near Boca Chica, Texas, orbital test flights finally began in April last year. The first two flights ended in the loss of both vehicles, though the second flight saw the Starship prototype reach orbit.
Live coverage: SpaceX to launch Starlink mission, prepares to undock a Crew Dragon from ISS Monday
File photo a a Falcon 9 prior to a Starlink satellite delivery mission. Image: SpaceX.
SpaceX is closing out the weekend with a pair of planned Falcon 9 launches from Florida and California while also preparing for the undocking of Crew Dragon Endurance from the International Space Station.
Benro Rhino 24C Two Series travel tripod and VX25 head review
Benro's flagship travel tripod, the Rhino 24C Two Series, is lightweight, compact and versatile — but is it worth the premium price tag?
Ariane 6 is Coming Together
The European Space Agency (ESA)’s next generation heavy lift rocket is just months away from its first flight, and its major components are now being assembled for launch at the Vehicle Assembly Building in Kourou, French Guiana.
Best laptops for astronomers 2024: Link up telescopes and edit astrophotographs
The best laptops for astronomy and astrophotography: Ideal devices for all budgets, skill levels and performance requirements.
New UAE astronauts prepare for Ramadan and family reunions: report
UAE astronauts Nora AlMatrooshi and Mohammad AlMulla just finished basic training with NASA. They spoke about their plans for Ramadan and seeing family in a media report.
The new moon lets the winter constellations shine tonight
The new moon lets the winter constellations shine tonight
Why astronomers are worried about 2 major telescopes right now
Two telescopes that promise to reveal the universe like never before are in limbo right now. Will the National Science Foundation pick the Giant Magellan Telescope or the Thirty Meter Telescope? Can it pick both?
