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Hubble Reveals the Final Stages of a Dying Star
In April 2021 Hubble released its 31st-anniversary image. It’s a portrait of AG Carinae, one of the most luminous stars in the entire Milky Way. AG Carinae is in a wreckless struggle with itself, periodically ejecting matter until it reaches stability sometime in the future.
Baby Yoda from 'The Mandalorian' will soar as Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade balloon
A Funko Pop!-themed Baby Yoda (Grogu) from "The Mandalorian" will become the first "Star Wars" balloon to debut at the traditional Turkey Day event.
Where and how to photograph the aurora
Here our beginner's guide on how to photograph the aurora, which includes the best techniques and camera settings for capturing the Northern Lights.
Disney's Space 220 restaurant has hidden nods to NASA history
Space 220, Disney's new restaurant offering guests a chance to dine in Earth orbit, opened this week after a five-year countdown. Even without NASA being involved, Space 220 has nods to space history.
'Star Trek Fleet Command' warps from mobile to PC (with new exclusives)
The mobile game 'Star Trek Fleet Command' is now available on PC and there's new exclusives for players who download the game.
La Palma volcano eruption's infernal beauty visible from space in astronaut and satellite photos
New astronaut and satellite images of an active volcano on the island of La Palma reveal the frightening beauty of the eruption, as well as its dangerous proximity to humans.
Canon RF 15-35mm f/2.8L IS USM lens review
The Canon RF 15-35mm f/2.8L IS USM lens is crazy-sharp and makes taking astro images even easier thanks to its simple design and five stops of image stabilization
These are the new Space Force Uniforms, So Say We All
The U.S. Space Force has released prototypes of its service dress uniforms for its Guardians.
A Proposed Clockwork Solar System Made out of LEGO
One of the best innovations Lego has had in the last decade is leveraging the power of the internet to help choose what kits to create. Innovative designers can buy piece parts, make their own masterpieces, carefully document how to recreate them, and then lobby Lego to release them at a kit. One of the more creative recent projects is a Clockwork Solar System designed by Chris Orchard and Brent Waller, and it is absolutely stunning.
How binoculars work
A few minutes getting to know how your binoculars work is time well spent, if you're planning on using them in your stargazing sessions.
Best Star Wars costumes: Halloween, cosplay, and fancy dress outfits
Our pick of the best Star Wars costumes from across the galaxy.
Supernova Blasts Make Way for Star Factories
Some 10 million years ago, dying stars cleared a giant cavity in space and ultimately inspired a new generation of star formation.
Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM lens review
The Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM lens is one of their most popular top-quality wide-angle zoom lenses. We see how it fares for nightscape photography.
Texas abortion ban could take an unexpected toll on the space industry
Texas' new anti-abortion law could have an unforeseen side effect: upending the space industry.
NASA's InSight Mars lander detects 3 biggest marsquakes to date
NASA's InSight lander has detected its three most powerful marsquakes yet, potentially giving scientists an even clearer picture of the Red Planet's interior.
Congress to NASA: What comes after the International Space Station?
The specter of NASA's 30-year space shuttle program loomed large as congressional representatives sought details about the agency's plans for orbital spaceflight after the International Space Station.
'Space Explorers' receives Emmy for 360-degree virtual reality space station experience
A virtual reality-themed International Space Station series just got an Emmy.
Stellina Smart Telescope Makes Astrophotography a Breeze: Review
A swanky new telescope offers a whole new way to observe the cosmos. With automated controls and a smartphone app instead of an eyepiece, the Stellina smart telescope takes all the hassle out of skywatching — but it comes at a hefty price.
Would Star Wars: The Last Jedi's Holdo Maneuver actually work?
We look at the physics behind one of the coolest moments in The Last Jedi and ask: would it work, and what would it really do?
NASA official says Starliner demo mission not likely to launch until next year
Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft returned to the Commercial Crew and Cargo Processing Facility at Kennedy Space Center on Aug. 19 for troubleshooting. Credit: Boeing
The head of NASA’s space operations division said this week an unpiloted test flight of Boeing’s Starliner crew capsule to the International Space Station, delayed from August by valve problems, will likely not launch until next year.
