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Best space pranks: From space apes to smuggled sandwiches

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated 1 April 26

Explore some of the best pranks carried out in space. From rogue gorillas to smuggled sandwiches, we discover the lighter side of space exploration.

10 best places to see the 'blood moon' total lunar eclipse on March 3

By Jamie Carter last updated 25 February 26

From dark-sky parks to remote deserts, these locations offer prime views of the March 3, 2026, blood moon.

Best Marvel games of all time

By Fran Ruiz last updated 5 February 26

The Avengers, the X-Men, and many more Marvel superheroes have assembled over the years in video games. These are the best Marvel games so far.

15 skywatching events you won't want to miss in 2026

By Jamie Carter published 1 January 26

Our 2026 skywatching guide includes a total solar eclipse, a "blood moon" and a festive supermoon. Here are the dates you need to know.

Our 10 favorite Space.com reader astronomy photos of 2025

By Anthony Wood published 30 December 25

From auroras at 36,000 feet to comet flybys and eclipses, these are the standout images our readers shared with Space.com in 2025.

13 must-see moon events in 2026: Eclipses, supermoons, conjunctions and more

By Jamie Carter published 29 December 25

Here are the best lunar events to see in 2026, including eclipses, supermoons and conjunctions.

10 times the sky amazed us in 2025

By Jamie Carter published 22 December 25

A bevy of comets, a "blood moon" total lunar eclipse and impressive northern lights were just three of the skywatching highlights in 2025. Here's how they unfolded.

10 of the best stargazing locations in North America

By Jamie Carter published 28 August 25

Here's where to find very dark skies in the U.S. and Canada.

10 unique tours and experiences for the 2027 'eclipse of the century'

By Jamie Carter published 19 July 25

From "Star Wars" film sets to baboons in Saudi Arabia, here's how to experience the "eclipse of the century" in style on Aug. 2, 2027.

Night Sky Tour: North Stars past, present and future

By Anthony Wood published 20 May 25

Lets take a trip through time.