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'The Last Starship' is 2026's most slept-on space game — you need to check out this 'FTL'-like shipbuilding strategy gem
By Jeff Spry Published
Dive into this diverting sandbox adventure from Introversion before another microsecond lapses.

The moon will hide Jupiter in broad daylight on Sept.8 — here's how to see it
By Joe Rao Published
The moon and Jupiter will meet before dawn on Sept. 8, before the moon hides the giant planet from view in a rare daytime occultation.

Earth's moon could have formed in just 5 hours after giant impact
By Keith Cooper Published
One day in history about 4.5 billion years ago was a dramatic one for Earth, potentially giving our planet an instant moon and an almighty headache all in one go.

On this day in space! Sept. 7, 1995: NASA launches its 100th astronaut flight on space shuttle Endeavour's STS-69 mission
By Hanneke Weitering Published
On Sept. 7, 1995, the space shuttle Endeavour launched on mission STS-69, NASA's 100th astronaut flight. Here's why it mattered.

Galaxies tangled in science and spirit | Space photo of the day for Sept. 7, 2026
By Monisha Ravisetti Published
"Astronomy is not just science or spirit; it's both at the same time."

The future of Earth observation: Private satellites and AI bring benefits but also pose risks
By Leonard David Published
We've entered a new world of Earth observation, in which artificial intelligence helps researchers make sense of an ever-glowing glut of privately gathered data.

Cheaper than Prime Day, this super-portable, beginner-friendly telescope is my number one choice for skywatching
By Chris McMullen Published
Deals 20% off at Amazon, the Celestron FirstScope is the telescope I grab for quick stargazing sessions and it's ideal for beginners and kids too.

Two astronauts complete camera and docking aid replacements on spacewalk outside space station
By Mike Wall Published
Like their compatriots here on Earth, the three NASA astronauts living aboard the International Space Station will get a well-deserved rest on Labor Day.
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