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On this day in space! May 3, 1986: Delta rocket fails to launch GOES-G weather satellite

By Hanneke Weitering last updated 3 May 26

On May 3, 1986, NASA attempted to launch a new weather satellite called GOES-G for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, but the rocket malfunctioned in mid-air.

7 things nobody tells you about stargazing (that make a huge difference)

By Jamie Carter published 3 May 26

From chasing the Milky Way to using your eyes as nature intended, here are some often-overlooked truths that make all the difference under the night sky.

Why do some stars become 'supernova impostors'? Astronomers still don't quite know

By Paul Sutter published 3 May 26

Astronomers call this "eruptive mass loss," and it's a stellar drama we're still trying to fully grasp.

SpaceX launching 45 satellites to orbit early May 3: Watch it live

By Mike Wall published 2 May 26

SpaceX will launch 45 satellites to orbit from California early Sunday morning (May 3), and you can watch the action live.

New for Star Wars Day, grab this Lego Star Wars model of The Mandalorian's coolest ship and get the Darksaber for free

By Chris McMullen published 2 May 26

Deals Finally, Mando's sleek N-1 starfighter gets the Lego Star Wars UCS set it deserves and, if you're fast, you can claim a free Lego model of the fabled Darksaber.

This Week In Space podcast: Episode 208 — Lander, Lander, Who's Got a Lander

By Space.com Staff published 2 May 26

On Episode 208 of This Week In Space, Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik talk with Space.com's Mike Wall about the risks and realities of the new space race to the moon.

Galaxies, Artemis 2, space telescopes and stormtroopers: Here are the best photos from our staff

By Anthony Wood published 2 May 26

Photos from around the space team.

See May's full 'Flower Moon' bloom in gorgeous photos from around the world

By Anthony Wood published 2 May 26

The Flower Moon will be followed by a rare full Blue Moon on May 31.

3 planets will put on a sky show in May — when and how to see them

By Joe Rao published 2 May 26

Venus, Jupiter and Mercury headline May's skywatching, with stunning moon pairings and a three-planet display.

The Eta Aquarid meteor shower peaks next week: Here's what you need to know

By Anthony Wood published 2 May 26

Shooting stars and the occasional fireball may be seen whenever the constellation Aquarius is above the horizon.