Using ESA’s XMM-Newton and NASA’s Chandra X-ray space telescopes, astronomers have made an important step in the quest to find a planet outside of the Milky Way.
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Halo games, ranked worst to best
From the battle of Reach to those annoying Flood levels, this is the Halo games, ranked worst to best.
Best sci-fi anime
From Neon Genesis Evangelion to Akira, these are the best sci-fi anime.
Best space anime
The best space anime takes in everything from interstellar class struggles to cosmic action set-pieces and more.
ESA at IAC 2021
The 72nd International Astronautical Congress opens its doors on Monday 25 October at the Dubai World Trade Centre in the United Arab Emirates, for a week of intense interactions for the world space community. After one year online due to COVID-19 restrictions, the congress returns to an in-person event with the theme 'Inspire, innovate and discover for the benefit of humankind'.
Launching soon: Cosmic Kiss
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German ESA astronaut Matthias Maurer will soon begin his first mission to the International Space Station. As a member of Crew-3, he will be launched from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in a SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft alongside NASA astronauts Raja Chari, Tom Marshburn and Kayla Barron.
Cosmic Watch review
Cosmic Watch is a visually stunning and interactive app that allows users to experience Earth, the solar system, and clocks that expand your knowledge of the universe.
Can biofuels make spaceflight greener? UK space startups reveal plans for cleaner rocket launches
Two British start-ups claim their biofuel-based rockets produce much less carbon emissions and dangerous soot particles than their fossil fuel-powered counterparts.
Space juggling and dance could make suborbital flights more fun
A 'space juggler' plans to release a film shortly about the joys and challenges of doing performance art in zero gravity.
Space juggling and dance could make suborbital flights more fun
A 'space juggler' plans to release a film shortly about the joys and challenges of doing performance art in zero gravity.
Best VR space experiences
The best VR space experiences puts space travel within reach of everyone - with the right hardware.
Asteroids and comets pummeling Earth delayed rise of oxygen
Remnants of ancient asteroids revealed Earth was bombarded by massive space rocks more often than previously thought, vastly altering oxygen levels in the planet's early atmosphere.
Steve Wozniak's stealthy space startup Privateer hires chief scientific adviser
Privateer aims to help humanity tackle its growing space-junk problem, and the startup has just hired one of the people who will lead this ambitious effort.
Nanoracks announces plans for commercial space station
Artist’s concept of the Starlab space station. Credit: Nanoracks
Nanoracks announced Oct. 21 it is teaming with Lockheed Martin to develop a commercial crewed space station named Starlab that officials said could reach initial operational capability by 2027.
Here's a first look at 'Invasion' on Apple TV+ with show co-creator David Weil
Apple TV+'s new sci-fi series "Invasion" follows people around the world during an alien attack. Here's our first look and interview.
Free League Publishing's new 'Blade Runner' tabletop game will let you hunt down rogue Replicants (exclusive)
Free League Publishing unites with Alcon Entertainment to deliver a dark new "Blade Runner" roleplaying game for 2022.
Hubble telescope spots a pair of 'squabbling' galaxies locked in cosmic dance
The research may shed light on cosmic evolution.
Here's an exclusive 1st look at 'Battlestar Galactica: Designing Spaceships' from Hero Collector
Hero Collector's new book "Battlestar Galactica: Designing Spaceships" features an incredible collection of never-before-seen concept artwork .
Black Friday Sky-Watcher telescope deals
Tiny natural ice structures help arrange stones into spectacular landscapes.
What happened when the dinosaur-killing asteroid slammed into Earth?
The asteroid that crashed into Earth 66 million years ago unleashed a catastrophic series of events.
5 sci-fi concepts that are possible (in theory)
Some of the most common and unlikely sci-fi tropes could one day be science fact.