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Screenshots from The Mandalorian & Grogu.

As 'The Mandalorian and Grogu" prepare for their close-up, can 'Star Wars' ever feel like a big-screen event again?

Richard Edwards published 19 May 26

'Star Wars' used to be the ultimate theatrical experience, but have years of Disney+ spin-offs dulled its multiplex appeal?

A spacecraft is depicted with a giant solar panel, circular structure on either side of its body. Two asteroids are shown in the background, the one on the right being quite a bit larger than the one on the left.

Scientists just solved a tricky asteroid-hopping spacecraft riddle

Keith Cooper published 19 May 26

Plotting the optimal trajectory to visit multiple asteroids is a fiendishly difficult take on the Traveling Salesperson problem, but a new mathematical approach has succeeded in solving it.

This image captured during NASA’s Apollo 17 moon mission in December 1972 contains three “dots” in a triangular formation in the lower right quadrant of the lunar sky that is clearly visible upon magnification of the image.

The UFO files: What did we learn from the Pentagon's 1st big release?

Leonard David published 19 May 26

On May 8, the Pentagon released its first tranche of "UFO files." Space.com reached out to experts to make sense of this highly anticipated data drop.

Man looking at colorful auroras in north Iceland. Snow covered ground with stars and Northern lights dancing in the sky.

Aurora forecast May 19 - Northern lights possible again tonight as speedy solar winds continue

Daisy Dobrijevic last updated 19 May 26

The latest aurora forecast for tonight helps you make sure you're in the right place at the right time to see the northern lights.

A NASA graphic showcasing the phases of the moon.

What is the moon phase today? Lunar phases 2026

Tariq Malik, Daisy Dobrijevic last updated 19 May 26

Reference See what moon phase it is tonight and find out when you can see the rest of the moon phases for 2026.

An Avio Vega C rocket launches the SMILE space weather mission from Kourou, French Guiana on May 18, 2026.

Vega C rocket launches European-Chinese space weather satellite to orbit

Mike Wall last updated 19 May 26

A Vega C rocket launched the European-Chinese SMILE space weather mission to orbit on Monday night (May 18).

This image captured during NASA’s Apollo 17 moon mission in December 1972 contains three “dots” in a triangular formation in the lower right quadrant of the lunar sky that is clearly visible upon magnification of the image. — The UFO files: What did we learn from the Pentagon's 1st big release? On May 8, the Pentagon released its first tranche of "UFO files." Space.com reached out to experts to make sense of this highly anticipated data drop.

a streak of white gas stretches across a nearly dark twilight sky above a freeway lined with palm trees — SpaceX Starlink and other satellite megaconstellations are creating an 'unregulated geoengineering experiment', scientists say The space industry's plans to launch millions of satellites worry scientists as the rise in high-altitude air pollution threatens to alter Earth's climate.
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An Avio Vega C rocket launches the SMILE space weather mission from Kourou, French Guiana on May 18, 2026. — Vega C rocket launches European-Chinese space weather satellite to orbit A Vega C rocket launched the European-Chinese SMILE space weather mission to orbit on Monday night (May 18).

a black and silver slice of a sci-fi book cover — 'Voidverse' is a seriously weird space fantasy novel from 'The OA's' Damien Ober (interview) 'For the atmosphere and world of 'Voidverse' to work, I needed the characters and the prose to meld with the setting.'

SpaceX's Starship Flight 12 Ship and Super Heavy booster on the pad by a Gateway to Mars sign. — What time is SpaceX's Starship V3 launch on May 20? (Starship Flight 12 timeline) SpaceX will launch its first Starship V3 vehicle on the Flight 12 test flight on Wednesday (May 20).

An artist's depiction of the Lucy spacecraft flying past a pair of Trojan asteroids. — Scientists just solved a tricky asteroid-hopping spacecraft riddle Plotting the optimal trajectory to visit multiple asteroids is a fiendishly difficult take on the Traveling Salesperson problem, but a new mathematical approach has succeeded in solving it.

Screenshots from The Mandalorian & Grogu. — As 'The Mandalorian and Grogu" prepare for their close-up, can 'Star Wars' ever feel like a big-screen event again? 'Star Wars' used to be the ultimate theatrical experience, but have years of Disney+ spin-offs dulled its multiplex appeal?

Skywatching

Northern lights may be visible in several US states tonight as 3 CMEs race toward Earth

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated 18 May 26

Forecasts say up to three glancing CME impacts could trigger G1 and possible G2 geomagnetic storms through May 20, boosting aurora chances across parts of the northern U.S.

Manhattanhenge 2026 is coming this month: Here's when and where to see the sunset spectacle

By Joe Rao published 18 May 26

Twice a year, the setting sun perfectly aligns with Manhattan's street grid, creating one of New York City's most spectacular skywatching events.

new moon illustration shows a very dimly lit moon against a black background.

New moon calendar 2026: When is the next new moon?

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated 18 May 26

Reference Discover what a new moon is and when the next new moon will occur with our new moon 2026 guide.

Spaceflight

SpaceX's Starship Flight 12 Ship and Super Heavy booster on the pad by a Gateway to Mars sign.

SpaceX Starship Flight 12 launch updates: 1st-ever Starship V3 test gets new launch date

By Josh Dinner, Tariq Malik, Mike Wall last updated 18 May 26

SpaceX is targeting a Wednesday, May 20, launch for its newest Starship design, the Starship V3 megarocket.

Launches & Spacecraft

NASA's Artemis 2 Orion capsule separates from its service module shortly before reentering Earth's atmosphere on April 10, 2026.

This amazing NASA video shows the exact moment the Artemis 2 Orion capsule broke free of its service module, and we can't stop watching it

By Josh Dinner published 18 May 26

A new NASA video shows the Artemis 2 Orion capsule's separation from its service module just before the spacecraft slammed into Earth's atmosphere on April 10, 2026.

The Apollo 10 command module above the lunar surface.

On this day in space! May 18, 1969: Apollo 10 launches for lunar landing dress rehearsal

By Hanneke Weitering last updated 18 May 26

On May 18, 1969, Apollo 10 launched on a mission to the moon.

Space Exploration

stars swirl in space.

Artemis 2 moon astronauts snap gorgeous shot of swirling stars | Space photo of the day for May 18, 2026

By Chelsea Gohd published 18 May 26

What a view from the Orion capsule.

a white spacecraft with a solar array panel covering one half of its trunk approaches docking with a space station

SpaceX Dragon capsule delivers science and supplies to space station

By Robert Z. Pearlman published 17 May 26

A SpaceX Dragon cargo spacecraft delivered 6,500 pounds of science and supplies to the International Space Station on Sunday, May 17, 2026.

International Space Station

Science & Astronomy

Scientists found stardust trapped in Antarctic ice. What could it tell us about our solar system?

By Chelsea Gohd published 18 May 26

"This dust can penetrate the shielding of the solar system and end up on Earth."

Orbital paths are shown on a laptop screen that floats against a deep space background of blue-white stars.

Watch an asteroid the size of a blue whale hurtle towards Earth live online TODAY

By Anthony Wood last updated 18 May 26

The livestream will begin at 3:45 p.m. EDT on May 18, bringing near real time views of the asteroid from robotic telescopes in Italy, weather permitting.

Space Photo of the Day

stars swirl in space.

Artemis 2 moon astronauts snap gorgeous shot of swirling stars | Space photo of the day for May 18, 2026

By Chelsea Gohd published 18 May 26

What a view from the Orion capsule.

A circular, yellow honeycomb pattern reflector that is semi-transparent overlaps in front of the left third of Earth against the black of space.

Earth photobombs a satellite deploying its giant reflector | Space photo of the day for May 14, 2026

By Chelsea Gohd published 14 May 26

ViaSat's ViaSat-3 F2 satellite has bloomed.

The Whirlpool Galaxy comes alive | Space photo of the day for May 13, 2026

By Chelsea Gohd published 13 May 26

M51, also known as the Whirlpool Galaxy, looks incredible in this new snap by the James Webb Space Telescope.

Entertainment

a helmeted sci-fi warrior and a green baby alien

Why bringing back 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' isn't the way for 'Star Wars'

By Sergio Pereira published 18 May 26

'The Mandalorian and Grogu' should not have been a theatrical release… and it maybe shouldn't exist at all

Space Movies & Shows

three blue-skinned aliens playing in the water

'Avatar: Fire and Ash' finally has a Disney+ release date, but you'll have to wait a while longer

By Jeff Spry published 18 May 26

Director James Cameron's third chapter in the blockbuster sci-fi franchise lands June 24

Space Movies & Shows

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Search For Life

This image captured during NASA’s Apollo 17 moon mission in December 1972 contains three “dots” in a triangular formation in the lower right quadrant of the lunar sky that is clearly visible upon magnification of the image.

These Apollo 'UFO' images have been public for decades. So why are people talking about them now?

By Mike Wall published 18 May 26

Much of the UFO imagery that the Pentagon released last week was new, but we've known for decades about the odd things that the Apollo astronauts saw on and around the moon.

Search for Life

Scientists propose new way to find aliens — and we may already have a spacecraft that can help

By Keith Cooper published 14 May 26

Scientists say amino acids produced by life are distributed differently and more diversely than amino acids produced by non-living chemical reactions, thereby providing a truer signature of life.

Search for Life

A "football-shaped" UAP (unidentified anomalous phenomenon) observed by an infrared sensor on a U.S. military platform in 2024. The Pentagon released this observation on May 8, 2026.

Pentagon unveils trove of declassfied 'UFO' videos. How to see them all, from 'a football-shaped body' to 'a misshapen and uneven ball of white light'

By Mike Wall published 8 May 26

The Pentagon released a new tranche of UFO files on Friday (May 8). Among the documents are nearly 30 videos, which feature a range of intriguing objects.

Search for Life

Technology

The Canon EOS R5 Mark II is our choice as the best-resolution Canon camera – it's perfect for astrophotography and is $501 off in this Walmart deal

By Paul Brett published 15 May 26

Deals Expert tester James Abbott rated the R5 Mark II with a flawless review, it produces impressive astrophotography and is a brilliant all-round mirrorless powerhouse, now at its best-ever price

The team at Cowboy Space Corp., which aims to launch and operate AI data centers in Earth orbit.

Cowboy Space raises $275 million to launch AI data centers on brand-new rocket

By Elizabeth Howell published 12 May 26

The newly rebranded Cowboy Space Corp. will use the money to develop and operate AI data centers in orbit, which it will launch on a homegrown rocket.

A rendering of Star Catcher's orbital energy grid, which will use optical power beaming to deliver up to 10 times more power on demand to client satellites’ existing solar panels with no retrofit required.

Star Catcher just raised $65 million to build the world's first power grid in space — with lasers

By Mike Wall published 12 May 26

Star Catcher Industries just raised $65 million to build a constellation of power-beaming satellites, which the Florida company thinks will supercharge the off-Earth economy.

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