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On this day in space: Feb. 18, 1930: Pluto discovered by Clyde Tombaugh
By Hanneke Weitering last updated
On Feb. 18, 1930, the American astronomer Clyde Tombaugh discovered Pluto!

Scientists may have found a 'missing-link' black hole ripping up and devouring a star
By Robert Lea published
An unusual tidal disruption event spotted by astronomers may be the result of an elusive intermediate mass black hole ripping apart a star.

Elon Musk wants to put a satellite catapult on the moon. It's not a new idea
By Leonard David published
Elon Musk isn't the first person to propose the use of mass drivers on the moon. He's following in the footsteps of space visionary Gerard O'Neill, who floated the idea back in 1974.

Night sky tonight: Look out for a ‘Ramadan Moon’ close to Mercury at sunset
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.

Did a titanic moon crash create Saturn's iconic rings?
By Keith Cooper published
A massive upheaval in the Saturnian system could have also led to the moon Hyperion.

1st trailer for 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' teases 'Clone Wars' bounty hunter Embo and a whole lot of Hutts
By Jeff Spry published
"Gangsters. War criminals. We'll take out every bad guy in your deck of cards."

Planets, constellations and more: Here's what to look out for around the new moon this week
By Anthony Wood published
Grab your telescope and join us on a sightseeing tour, before the moon returns to spoil the fun!

'Predator: Badlands' director Dan Trachtenberg talks hidden Easter eggs, deleted scenes, and if he's sticking around for more sequels (interview)
By Fran Ruiz published
As Predator: Badlands decloaks on streaming and physical media, we've sat down for a quick spoiler-filled chat with its director.
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