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An image of Mars

Mars is covered in evidence of ancient lakes, rain and snow — but scientists aren't sure how that's possible

Victoria Corless published 24 April 25

Valleys on Mars suggest the Red Planet was once covered in flowing water — but it's still a mystery how that could have been.

Split image showing the poster for revenge of the Sith on the left, and a poster for Star wars: The clone wars on the right.

Planning on rewatching 'Revenge of the Sith' for its 20th anniversary? Here's why 'The Clone Wars' finale makes it a better movie

Richard Edwards published 24 April 25

The end of the long-running animated show puts Anakin Skywalker's downfall in a whole new perspective.

NASA’s Curiosity rover appears as a dark speck in this contrast-enhanced view captured on Feb. 28, 2025, by the HiRISE camera aboard NASA’s Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter. Trailing Curiosity are the rover’s tracks, which can linger on the Martian surface for months before being erased by the wind.

Mars orbiter snaps 1st image of Curiosity rover driving on the Red Planet (photo)

Mike Wall published 24 April 25

A NASA Mars orbiter recently spotted the Curiosity rover driving across the Red Planet's surface, capturing an unprecedented off-Earth action shot.

a large silver satellite with orange solar array wings is released from a robotic arm into the glare of the sun

Hubble Space Telescope at 35 | Space photo of the day for April 24, 2025

Robert Z. Pearlman published 24 April 25

Thirty-five years ago today, the Hubble Space Telescope was launched into Earth orbit.

Night sky map

See a cosmic 'smiley face' in the early morning sky as the moon greets Saturn and Venus tomorrow

Anthony Wood published 24 April 25

Nobody knows it, but the universe has a secret smile, and it uses it only for Earth.

An illustration of a super-Earth planet on a wide orbit around its host star

Scientists discover super-Earth exoplanets are more common in the universe than we thought

Robert Lea published 24 April 25

Super-Earths can exist in wider orbits around their parent stars than was previously believed, suggesting these Earth-like exoplanets could be more common than we thought.

A metallic wrapped cylinder against a dark background. — Aging gracefully: The Hubble Telescope is in 'excellent technical condition' on its 35th birthday, its chief scientist says By teaming up with the James Webb Space Telescope, or by scientists delving into its long history of observations, Hubble is cementing its legacy.

NASA’s Curiosity rover appears as a dark speck in this contrast-enhanced view captured on Feb. 28, 2025, by the HiRISE camera aboard NASA’s Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter. Trailing Curiosity are the rover’s tracks, which can linger on the Martian surface for months before being erased by the wind. — Mars orbiter snaps 1st image of Curiosity rover driving on the Red Planet (photo) A NASA Mars orbiter recently spotted the Curiosity rover driving across the Red Planet's surface, capturing an unprecedented off-Earth action shot.

The Shenzhou 19 and newly arrived Shenzhou 20 astronauts pose for a photo on China's Tiangong space station on April 24, 2025. — China's Shenzhou 20 astronauts arrive at Tiangong space station (video) The three astronauts of China's Shenzhou 20 mission arrived at the nation's Tiangong space station today (April 24), about 6.5 hours after lifting off.

This map of Earth in 2024 shows global surface temperature anomalies, or how much warmer or cooler each region of the planet was compared to the average from 1951 to 1980. Normal temperatures are shown in white, higher-than-normal temperatures in red and orange, and lower-than-normal temperatures in blue. — Climate change is officially the leading threat to imperiled species in the United States For the first time, scientists have identified climate change as the top driver of human-caused biodiversity loss among species protected under the Endangered Species Act.

NASA astronaut Mike Massimino smiles for a photo during STS-125 — the fifth and final Hubble Space Telescope servicing mission flown by NASA’s space shuttle fleet — in May 2009. The iconic observatory and Mike Good, Massimino’s spacewalk partner, can be seen in the background. — Could astronauts visit the Hubble Space Telescope again? Astronauts repaired and upgraded NASA's Hubble Space Telescope over the course of five servicing missions from 1993 to 2009. Could yet another astronaut visit be in the cards?

An STS-125 crew member aboard the Space Shuttle Atlantis captured this still image of the Hubble Space Telescope as the two spacecraft continued their relative separation on May 19, 2009, after having been linked together for the better part of a week. — Happy 35th birthday, Hubble Telescope! 10 times the iconic observatory blew astronomers' minds (photos) To mark the 35th anniversary of the Hubble Space Telescope, Space.com looks at some of the most scientifically significant images that have emerged from the observatory's lens.

As this image of the spiral galaxy IC 4633 located 100 million light-years away shows, even at 35 Hubble can still produce STUNNING cosmic images — Can Hubble still hang? How the space telescope compares to its successors after 35 years of cosmic adventures On Thursday, April 24, 2025, the Hubble Space Telescope will celebrate 35 years in space. Can it still hold its own and prove useful when compared to instruments like the James Webb Space Telescope?

Tech

Two columns of satellites of increasing size, all with dual solar arrays on their sides.

Rocket Lab introduces line of customizable solar arrays for satellites

By Josh Dinner published 23 April 25

Rocket Lab now offering custom solar array line for customer satellites' solar power needs.

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Incredible photo catches the sun rising behind the world's largest telescope

By Samantha Mathewson published 23 April 25

As construction continues on ESO's Extremely Large Telescope, the observatory shared some stunning photos of the site as the telescope reached its highest point.

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Mars is covered in evidence of ancient lakes, rain and snow — but scientists aren't sure how that's possible
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Planning on rewatching 'Revenge of the Sith' for its 20th anniversary? Here's why 'The Clone Wars' finale makes it a better movie
3
Mars orbiter snaps 1st image of Curiosity rover driving on the Red Planet (photo)
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Hubble Space Telescope at 35 | Space photo of the day for April 24, 2025
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See a cosmic 'smiley face' in the early morning sky as the moon greets Saturn and Venus tomorrow

Spaceflight

(L-R) Chinese astronauts Wang Jie, Chen Dong and Chen Zhongrui, who will carry out the Shenzhou-20 crewed spaceflight mission, meet the press at Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center on April 23, 2025 in Alxa League, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region of China.

China reveals Shenzhou 20 astronaut crew launching to Tiangong space station

By Tariq Malik published 23 April 25

Veteran Chinese astronaut Chen Dong will command a crew that includes rookies Chen Zhongrui and Wang Jie.

Human Spaceflight

SpaceX's Crew-10 astronaut mission for NASA launches toward the International Space Station from Kennedy Space Center on March 14, 2025.

'It's very pro-commercial space right now': An industry insider's off-Earth status report

By Leonard David published 18 April 25

Space.com caught up recently with Dave Cavossa, president of the Commercial Space Federation, to discuss the state of the U.S. private space industry.

Private Spaceflight

Science & Astronomy

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World's largest solar telescope gains powerful new 'eye' to study the sun's secrets

By Sharmila Kuthunur published 24 April 25

A powerful new instrument added to the Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope promises to maximize the information gleaned from the sun's light.

What is the moon phase today? Lunar phases 2025

By Tariq Malik, Daisy Dobrijevic last updated 24 April 25

Reference See what moon phase it is tonight and find out when you can see the rest of the moon phases for 2025.

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Search For Life

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Did we actually find signs of alien life on K2-18b? 'We should expect some false alarms and this may be one'

By Sharmila Kuthunur published 21 April 25

Last week, scientists announced they found the "strongest evidence yet" of alien life beyond our solar system. However, the scientific community remains skeptical.

Search for Life

This artist's concept of a lake at the north pole of Saturn's moon Titan illustrates raised rims and rampart-like features as seen by NASA's Cassini spacecraft.

Alien life could exist on Saturn's big moon Titan — but finding it will be tough

By Victoria Corless published 15 April 25

Alien life could exist on the huge Saturn moon Titan, but probably not in the abundance scientists once hoped, according to a new study.

Search for Life

Area 51 sign on fence in the Nevada Desert. The white square sign has the text "entering area 51" written in large black letters.

Area 51: What is it and what goes on there?

By Robert Lea last updated 9 April 25

Reference Area 51 is a U.S. military base that has become synonymous with tales of UFOs, government cover-ups and potentially testing alien technology.

Skywatching

Two children in bed placing their finger on a star projector

Best star projectors for kids: Night-lights and ambient toys to soothe young space fans

By Tantse Walter published 24 April 25

Buying Guide Here are the best star projectors to enjoy a night-sky experience from the comfort of your couch. The prices are often reduced on special occasions, such as Amazon Prime Day, so keep your eyes open.

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Night sky for tonight: Visible planets, stars and more in this evening's sky

By Jamie Carter last updated 24 April 25

Find out what you can see in the night sky for tonight, from planets and stars to dazzling meteor showers.

Northern lights forecasts, alerts, and geomagnetic storm warnings - live updates

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated 24 April 25

The latest aurora forecast for tonight help you make sure you're in the right place at the right time to see the northern lights.

Aurora Borealis

Entertainment

Screenshot from Predator Badlands showing the Predator, an humanoid alien creature with four mandibles and dreadlocks.

The 1st 'Predator: Badlands' trailer looks amazing, but it's the 'Alien' universe teases that have us most excited (video)

By Fran Ruiz published 24 April 25

The first public look at Predator: Badlands has finally arrived, and it's safe to say this new entry is doubling down on the series' sci-fi worldbuilding.

Space Movies & Shows

a cartoon moons hangs from above, kind eyes staring down into the night. words at the bottom read google doodle lunar calendar

Lunar Google Doodle celebrates April's third quarter moon with interactive card game

By Samantha Mathewson last updated 24 April 25

Google's latest Doodle celebrates April's half moon with a fun interactive card game.

Lead art for Star Wars outlaws showing a woman, several aliens and a bunch of spaceships against a starfield background.

Fan-favorite Clone Wars character returns for 'Star Wars Outlaws' DLC in May, plus we're getting a Nintendo Switch 2 port

By Fran Ruiz published 24 April 25

Despite a rocky start, Ubisoft Massive is nowhere near done with Star Wars Outlaws. Next up, Kay and Nix will meet infamous pirate Hondo Ohnaka.

Space Games & Toys

References

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Space calendar 2025: Rocket launches, skywatching events, missions & more!

By Space.com last updated 24 April 25

Reference Keep up with all the rocket launches, astronomical events and mission milestones for 2025 with our space calendar.

Two children in bed placing their finger on a star projector

Best star projectors for kids: Night-lights and ambient toys to soothe young space fans

By Tantse Walter published 24 April 25

Buying Guide Here are the best star projectors to enjoy a night-sky experience from the comfort of your couch. The prices are often reduced on special occasions, such as Amazon Prime Day, so keep your eyes open.

What is the moon phase today? Lunar phases 2025

By Tariq Malik, Daisy Dobrijevic last updated 24 April 25

Reference See what moon phase it is tonight and find out when you can see the rest of the moon phases for 2025.

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