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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.

Night sky tonight: See the Orion Nebula shine after dark on Dec. 18
By Jamie Carter published
Find out what you can see in the night sky for tonight, from planets and stars to dazzling meteor showers.

What time will interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS be closest to Earth tonight?
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
NASA JPL pinpoints the moment the interstellar visitor passes closest to our planet.

Which is the best star projector for under $50 this Christmas?
By Alexander Cox published
After testing and reviewing countless star projectors over the years, we're putting the very best head-to-head to determine which is the best for under $50 this Christmas.

10 gifts under $100 to transform any space-loving kid's bedroom
By Grace Dean published
Totally transform a kid’s bedroom into a hub of space exploration without breaking the bank this holiday season.

Aurora forecast for Dec. 18 - Fast solar winds could spark faint auroras tonight
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
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.

Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS makes its closest approach to Earth tonight: Here's what you need to know
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
The interstellar comet will pass safely by Earth, giving astronomers their best chance to study it up close.

Watch interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS make its closest approach to Earth in free livestream tonight
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
The livestream will begin at 11 p.m. EST Dec. 18 (0400 GMT on Dec. 19), weather permitting.
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