SpaceX plans to launch 22 of its Starlink internet satellites tonight (Aug. 6) at 10:41 p.m. EDT (0241 GMT on Aug. 7). Watch it live here.

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SpaceX fires up giant new Starship booster ahead of test flight (video)

By Mike Wall published

SpaceX fired up its huge new Starship Super Heavy booster today (Aug. 6), notching an important milestone on the path to flight.

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What is the moon phase today? Lunar phases 2023

By Tariq Malik last updated

Reference See the phase of the moon tonight and the rest of the moon phases for 2023, and when you can see them.

NASA's Mars Curiosity rover took this selfie on June 13, 2018.

On This Day In Space: Aug. 6, 2012: Curiosity Rover Lands on Mars

By Hanneke Weitering last updated

On Aug. 6, 2012, NASA's Curiosity rover successfully touched down on the Martian surface.

This map shows the paths of the annular "ring of fire" solar eclipse of Oct. 14, 2023 and the April 8, 2024 total solar eclipse.

This epic NASA map shows where to see US solar eclipses in 2023 and 2024 (photos)

By Robert Lea last updated

A NASA eclipse map shows where and when the annular solar eclipse on October 14, 2023, and the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, will be visible.

A worker performing maintenance at an exterior NASA logo.

NASA unveils new website and streaming new service landing later this year

By Jeff Spry published

NASA has announced the new "NASA+" streaming service which will offer free event content and videos when it launches sometime later in 2023.

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Giant 'bubbletrons' shaped the forces of the universe moments after the Big Bang, new study suggests

By Paul Sutter published

Meet the 'bubbletrons' — theoretical particle accelerators that may have helped build the universe as we know it.

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Best stargazing apps: AR apps and virtual star maps to help you navigate the night sky

By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated

Buying Guide The best stargazing apps provide you with all the information you need to spot and identify objects in the night sky and immerse yourself in the cosmos.

Buying Guide
graphic illustration of what Starlink satellites look like orbiting above Earth.

Starlink satellites: Everything you need to know about the controversial internet megaconstellation

By Tereza Pultarova, Elizabeth Howell last updated

Reference Starlink satellites have been developed by SpaceX to provide internet to remote locations. Here we explore the controversial megaconstellation in more detail.

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NASA's Mars Curiosity rover took this selfie on June 13, 2018.

On This Day In Space: Aug. 6, 2012: Curiosity Rover Lands on Mars

By Hanneke Weitering last updated

On Aug. 6, 2012, NASA's Curiosity rover successfully touched down on the Martian surface.

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Watch Rocket Lab launch Earth-observing radar satellite early Aug. 6

By Mike Wall last updated

Rocket Lab plans to launch an Earth-observing radar satellite for the company Capella Space in the coming days, and you can watch the action live.

Rocket Launches

Science & Astronomy

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What is the moon phase today? Lunar phases 2023

By Tariq Malik last updated

Reference See the phase of the moon tonight and the rest of the moon phases for 2023, and when you can see them.

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A transparent blue bubble in space with a bright star shining in the center

Giant 'bubbletrons' shaped the forces of the universe moments after the Big Bang, new study suggests

By Paul Sutter published

Meet the 'bubbletrons' — theoretical particle accelerators that may have helped build the universe as we know it.

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China keeps its eye on NASA's budget uncertainty

By Andrew Jones published

China is paying close attention to what NASA will and will not be able to afford in the coming years, as the space agency's budget gets chopped up by U.S. lawmakers.

China Space Program
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UFO whistleblower tells Congress the US government is hiding evidence of 'non-human intelligence'

By Brett Tingley published

During a congressional hearing on Wednesday (July 26), military witnesses and members of Congress demanded more transparency from the U.S. government when it comes to UFOs.

UFOs and Extraterrestrials
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The US Congress is holding UFO hearings today. What might we learn?

By Leonard David last updated

The chorus of voices calling for the U.S. government to spill the beans on possible alien visitation of Earth is louder than ever. But are we ready for such a revelation?

UFOs and Extraterrestrials

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This map shows the paths of the annular "ring of fire" solar eclipse of Oct. 14, 2023 and the April 8, 2024 total solar eclipse.

This epic NASA map shows where to see US solar eclipses in 2023 and 2024 (photos)

By Robert Lea last updated

A NASA eclipse map shows where and when the annular solar eclipse on October 14, 2023, and the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, will be visible.

Solar Eclipses
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Best tripods 2023: For astrophotography, landscapes, travel, video and more

By Kimberley Lane last updated

Buying Guide Discover the best tripods for photography in our handy guide — we've covered all photography styles, budgets and experience levels to find the right tripod for you.

Buying Guide
Telescopes at Walmart: Image shows man standing next to telescope looking at moon

Telescopes at Walmart in 2023: Deals on the best models from Celestron and others

By Ruth Gaukrodger last updated

There are several discounts on Celestron telescopes at Walmart, get them before they're gone!

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A worker performing maintenance at an exterior NASA logo.

NASA unveils new website and streaming new service landing later this year

By Jeff Spry published

NASA has announced the new "NASA+" streaming service which will offer free event content and videos when it launches sometime later in 2023.

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This Week In Space podcast: Episode 73 — Psyche Mission with Lindy Elkins-Tanton

By Space.com Staff last updated

On Episode 73 of This Week In Space, Rod Pyle and Daniel Suarez welcome Lindy Elkins-Tanton, head of NASA's Psyche mission that will visit a metal asteroid.

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Watch William Shatner call the U.S. government's UFO hearings 'ridiculous' (video)

By Jeff Spry published

William Shatner speaks his mind about the government's recent UFO hearings on Capitol Hill in a recent interview, calling them "ridiculous."

UFOs and Extraterrestrials

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Graphic showing moon phases in august as full moon on Aug. 1, Third quarter on Aug. 8, new moon on Aug. 16, first quarter on Aug 24. Full moon on Aug. 30

What is the moon phase today? Lunar phases 2023

By Tariq Malik last updated

Reference See the phase of the moon tonight and the rest of the moon phases for 2023, and when you can see them.

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Best tripods 2023: For astrophotography, landscapes, travel, video and more

By Kimberley Lane last updated

Buying Guide Discover the best tripods for photography in our handy guide — we've covered all photography styles, budgets and experience levels to find the right tripod for you.

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Telescopes at Walmart: Image shows man standing next to telescope looking at moon

Telescopes at Walmart in 2023: Deals on the best models from Celestron and others

By Ruth Gaukrodger last updated

There are several discounts on Celestron telescopes at Walmart, get them before they're gone!