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With 'Grace': Astronauts name SpaceX's final Dragon crew capsule
By Robert Z. Pearlman published
The last Dragon spacecraft that SpaceX plans to build entered orbit for the first time with "grace." Reaching space on the new capsule, Ax-4 commander Peggy Whitson revealed the spacecraft's name.

Best telescopes for kids 2025: The best child-friendly scopes in time for Prime Day
By Gemma Lavender last updated
Buying Guide The best telescopes for kids are easy to use, accessible to beginners and make sure you watch out for Prime Day savings.

Best telescopes for beginners 2025: The best scopes for budding astronomers, ahead of Prime Day.
By Gemma Lavender last updated
Buying Guide Ready to start your astronomy journey? We've rounded up the best telescopes, and watch out for Prime Day savings.

Best telescopes 2025: The best telescopes ahead of Prime Day
By Gemma Lavender last updated
Buying Guide Here are the best telescopes for a range of different purposes and budgets — beginner to smart telescopes and everything in between. Keep your eyes peeled for deals, too.

New moon of June 2025 sees Mercury climb to its highest point in the sky
By Jesse Emspak published
June's new moon leaves the sky dark for skywatchers to see Mercury next to our lunar companion on June 27.

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.

Northern lights forecasts, alerts, and geomagnetic storm warnings - live updates
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.

Northern lights may be visible in these 14 US States tonight (June 25)
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Auroras may be visible from Alaska to South Dakota as a giant hole in the sun's atmosphere shakes up geomagnetic activity in the coming days.
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