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An enormous 'X' and 'V' will grace the moon's surface on July 2. Here's how to see them
The phenomenon is created by the shifting play of light and shadow over the lunar surface.
Rocket launch today: Is there a rocket launch and what time?
Follow Space.com's rocket launch blog for the latest on when the next rocket launch will be and how to follow it live.
Australia's first orbital rocket, Gilmour Space's Eris-1, to launch July 2 after nose cone glitch
The Australian company Gilmour Space is back at the launch pad with its Eris-1 rocket, preparing for the country's first orbital launch on July 2.
US set new record with 21 commercial launches in June, FAA says
American companies launched 21 commercial space missions in June 2025, which was a new record for a single month, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.
Astonishing 'halo' of high-energy particles around giant galaxy cluster is a glimpse into the early universe
A distant cluster of galaxies is wrapped in a vast halo of high-energy particles that could be the work of supermassive black holes or a cosmic particle accelerator.
NASA's Curiosity rover takes a closer look at 'spiderwebs' on Mars | Space photo of the day for June 30, 2025
The Mars rover captured images of low ridges called boxwork patterns, which appear like spiderwebs from space.
Northern lights forecasts, alerts, and geomagnetic storm warnings - live updates
The latest aurora forecast for tonight help you make sure you're in the right place at the right time to see the northern lights.
On this day in space! July 1, 1962: Kennedy Space Center established
Happy birthday, Kennedy Space Center!
