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Firefly Aerospace prepares Alpha rocket for 1st launch since explosive mishaps last year
By Josh Dinner published
Firefly Aerospace is gearing up for the seventh liftoff of its Alpha rocket on Feb. 27, after two explosive events in 2025 stalled development of the launch vehicle.

Feb. 20, 1962: John Glenn becomes 1st American to orbit Earth
By Hanneke Weitering last updated
On Feb. 20, 1962, NASA launched an astronaut into orbit around the Earth for the first time.

Blazing ring of fire' eclipse seen from space | Space photo of the day for Feb. 20, 2026
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
ESA's Proba-2 satellite captured a stunning 'ring of fire' annular solar eclipse from orbit — a view few on Earth could see.

The best telescopes for beginners 2026: From starter models to refractors and smart telescopes
By Gemma Lavender last updated
Buying Guide Ready to start your astronomy journey?

A mini 'planetary parade' is visible tonight. Can you spot them all?
By Anthony Wood published
Uranus and Neptune will also be on the scene, too dim to see with the naked eye.

Could one of Europe's most important wetlands really vanish? Satellites show it may happen in our lifetime
By Samantha Mathewson published
New satellite imagery reveals that Doñana National Park, one of Europe's most valuable wetlands, is shrinking so rapidly that it could disappear within a human lifetime.

The best Lego Star Wars deals: Galactically good offers on ships, helmets and more
By Kim Snaith last updated
Deals Looking for the best Lego Star Wars deals you are? Find them here you will.

Supermassive serial killers: Astronomers discover how black holes 'kill off' neighboring galaxies
By Robert Lea published
Scientists have discovered that active supermassive black holes don't just kill their home galaxies, but can also eradicate star formation for their neighbors.
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