SpaceX launches 52 Starlink satellites, lands rocket on ship in Pacific By Mike Wall published 5 October 22 SpaceX launched 52 more of its Starlink internet satellites Wednesday evening (Oct. 5), just hours after launching the Crew-5 astronaut mission for NASA.
Astronauts fly Albert Einstein doll to demo physicist's 'happiest thought' By Robert Z. Pearlman published 5 October 22 Albert Einstein's "happiest thought" has been proven again by astronauts and a doll made in his likeness. The crew on Dragon "Endurance" revealed their zero-g indicator, a plush of the physicist.
World Space Week: Sustaining astronomy in an age of satellite megaconstellations By Keith Cooper published 5 October 22 The future of satellite constellations and the fight to save the night sky are reaching a crucial tipping point.
1st Russian cosmonaut to launch with SpaceX heads to space station By Josh Dinner published 5 October 22 Anna Kikina is the first cosmonaut to catch a ride on a SpaceX Dragon, and the first Russian to fly aboard an American spacecraft since the space shuttle era.
Massive space rock impact could have 'instantly' created the moon By Robert Lea published 5 October 22 New research suggests that a giant space rock impact may have created the Earth's most loyal companion much more rapidly than previously thought.
SpaceX astronaut missions for NASA: Crew-5 live updates By Elizabeth Howell published 5 October 22 Read the latest news about SpaceX's Crew-5 mission to the International Space Station for NASA.
Encalife Ambience Galaxy star projector now 50% off: Save $60 By Alexander Cox published 5 October 22 The Encalife Ambience Galaxy Star Projector is now less than $60 for a huge discount of 50% off and features in our best star projectors guide.
Nanoracks tests tech to slice up space junk in orbit for 1st time By Elizabeth Howell published 5 October 22 A robotic arm softened up metal in space in an aim to address the growing space debris problem.
Astronauts fly Albert Einstein doll to demo physicist's 'happiest thought' By Robert Z. Pearlman published 5 October 22 Albert Einstein's "happiest thought" has been proven again by astronauts and a doll made in his likeness. The crew on Dragon "Endurance" revealed their zero-g indicator, a plush of the physicist.
1st Russian cosmonaut to launch with SpaceX heads to space station By Josh Dinner published 5 October 22 Anna Kikina is the first cosmonaut to catch a ride on a SpaceX Dragon, and the first Russian to fly aboard an American spacecraft since the space shuttle era.
Massive space rock impact could have 'instantly' created the moon By Robert Lea published 5 October 22 New research suggests that a giant space rock impact may have created the Earth's most loyal companion much more rapidly than previously thought.
Pictures from space! Our image of the day By Space.com Staff published 5 October 22 SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket with the Dragon Crew Endurance capsule atop is clearing the launch pad in this photo taken during Crew-5's launch to the International Space Station.
'Pale blue dot' planets like Earth may make up only 1% of potentially habitable worlds By Keith Cooper published 4 October 22 Earth's delicate balance of land and water might be a cosmic rarity, with a new model suggesting that most planets are landlocked desert worlds.
Missing element for life may be present in ocean of Saturn's moon Enceladus By Keith Cooper published 2 October 22 The underground ocean of Saturn's moon Enceladus may contain significant amounts of phosphorus, which is vital for life as we know it.
Contact with ET: How would humanity react? By Leonard David published 27 September 22 The knowledge that we're not alone in the universe could have far-reaching effects on our view of ourselves and our place in the universe. But it's tough to get more specific than that.
Taurid meteor shower 2022: When, where & how to see it By Daisy Dobrijevic published 5 October 22 Reference The Taurid meteor shower is composed of two streams that peak around a month apart. We explore this impressive shower in more detail here.
Telescopes on Amazon: The best deals and discounts available online By Ruth Gaukrodger published 5 October 22 Telescopes on Amazon are in abundance, so we've scoped out the best deals that are available.
Draconid meteor shower 2022: When, where & how to see it By Daisy Dobrijevic published 5 October 22 Reference The Draconid meteor shower peaks around Oct. 8 and Oct. 9. Here we explore what the Draconids are, where they are found and how you can see them.
Astronauts fly Albert Einstein doll to demo physicist's 'happiest thought' By Robert Z. Pearlman published 5 October 22 Albert Einstein's "happiest thought" has been proven again by astronauts and a doll made in his likeness. The crew on Dragon "Endurance" revealed their zero-g indicator, a plush of the physicist.
'No Man's Sky' recruits new players with Nintendo Switch expansion, 'relaxed' mode By Elizabeth Howell published 5 October 22 Six years after the exploration game debuted, No Man's Sky is on the hunt for a larger fan base and has a few new features to reel new and returning players back to its massive universe.
Best space books for 2022 By Space.com Staff published 3 October 22 Space.com's editors present a reading list for space and sci-fi lovers, as well as children who are interested in astronomy and spaceflight.
SpaceX's Crew-5 astronaut launch amazing photos By Mike Wall published 5 October 22 SpaceX's Crew-5 mission for NASA launched toward the International Space Station on Oct. 5, 2022. See photos of the liftoff and the mission here.
Taurid meteor shower 2022: When, where & how to see it By Daisy Dobrijevic published 5 October 22 Reference The Taurid meteor shower is composed of two streams that peak around a month apart. We explore this impressive shower in more detail here.
Telescopes on Amazon: The best deals and discounts available online By Ruth Gaukrodger published 5 October 22 Telescopes on Amazon are in abundance, so we've scoped out the best deals that are available.
