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Europe is working to develop reusable rockets by the early 2030s
By Andrew Jones published
ArianeGroup's methane-fueled Prometheus engine and Themis demonstrator mark key steps toward a European reusable rocket program.

China reveals crew for Shenzhou 21 mission to Tiangong Space Station, including nation's youngest astronaut (video)
By Andrew Jones published
China unveiled the crew set to launch on the Shenzhou 21 mission to the Tiangong Space Station on Oct. 31, including the youngest member of its astronaut corps.

Powerful solar storms may help life get going on alien planets. Here's how
By Keith Cooper published
New observations of a volatile young star have shown how infant suns could unleash enough energy to trigger biologically relevant chemical reactions in an orbiting planet's atmosphere.

On this day in space! Oct. 30, 1964: 1st Flight of the Lunar Landing Research Vehicle
By Hanneke Weitering last updated
On October 30, 1964, NASA's Lunar Landing Research Vehicle, or LLRV, took to the skies for the first time.

James Webb Space Telescope spots the haunting Red Spider Nebula with 3-light-year-long legs
By Monisha Ravisetti published
A new James Webb Space Telescope image showcases the gorgeous Red Spider Nebula against a backdrop of twinkling stars.

Night sky for tonight: Visible planets, stars and more in this evening's sky
By Jamie Carter last updated
Find out what you can see in the night sky for tonight, from planets and stars to dazzling meteor showers.

Rocket launch today: Is there a rocket launch and what time?
By Josh Dinner, Tariq Malik last updated
Follow Space.com's rocket launch blog for the latest on when the next rocket launch will be and how to follow it live.

November full moon 2025: The Beaver supermoon will be the biggest and brightest of the year
By Jesse Emspak last updated
November's full Beaver Moon will occur on Nov. 5 and will be the biggest and brightest moon of 2025.
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