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SpaceX fires up next-gen 'Version 3' Starship ahead of landmark May test flight (photos)
By Mike Wall published
SpaceX just conducted the first full-duration static fire test with the upper stage of its 'V3' Starship, clearing a big hurdle on its path to launch, which is expected next month.

How do supergiant exoplanets form? James Webb Space Telescope finds a clue
By Robert Lea published
Using the James Webb Space Telescope, astronomers have investigated the giant exoplanet 29 Cygni b — work that could clarify the line between planets and stars.

Space combat was 'critical to mission success' in US war in Iran, Space Force chief says
By Brett Tingley published
The head of the U.S. Space Force said the United States' ongoing war in Iran shows the service has become a fully "combat credible" force.

The 7 best sci-fi movie soundtracks of all time
By Jeff Spry published
From "The Matrix" to "Tron: Legacy," these sweet sci-fi soundtracks are perfect for serious audio aficionados.

NASA astronauts joke around with an optical illusion on the ISS | Space photo of the day for April 15, 2026
By Chelsea Gohd published
Two NASA astronauts had some fun during the ISS' capture of a robotic cargo spacecraft on April 13, pretending to hold onto it from into the station.

Fly higher and longer for less with $120 off this sub-9-ounce Potensic Atom 2 drone
By Chris McMullen published
Deals Want to make the most of the long spring and summer days? Take to the air with 25% off this Potensic Atom 2 drone, complete with three batteries for an hour-and-a-half of flight time.

A dark energy tool just created the most comprehensive 3D map of our universe ever: 'This is a major paradigm shift'
By Robert Lea published
The Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument has completed its five-year mission to build the most comprehensive 3D map of the universe to date — but its exploration of the universe continues.

Interstellar invader 3I/ATLAS is spraying tons of water into space every second. Jupiter-bound spacecraft JUICE discovers
By Robert Lea published
The Jupiter-bound spacecraft JUICE spotted the interstellar invader comet 3I/ATLAS spraying enough water into space to fill 70 swimming pools a day.

Best Lego deals 2026: The deepest discounts on Star Wars, Marvel, DC and space Lego sets
By Kim Snaith last updated
Can you have too much Lego? Of course not, which is why we've rounded up the best Lego deals from Star Wars to DC. Whether you're shopping for now or putting sets away til Christmas, there are big savings to be had.

Go behind the scenes of NASA's Artemis 2 moon mission with NOVA's 'Return to the Moon' documentary tonight (interview)
By Jeff Spry published
The new Artemis 2 NOVA documentary "Return to the Moon" will air on PBS Wednesday (April 15) to offer a behind-the-scenes look at the moon mission.
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