Skywatching

Jupiter and Mars are set for a breathtaking close approach later this week: Here's how to see it

By Anthony Wood Published

Jupiter and Mars will appear incredibly close as they shine in the constellation Leo on Nov. 15.

Stargazing
two images: one of a bright flash seen above clouds in a satellite image; and another of a bright green streak seen in a cloudy blue sky above houses in a wooded neighborhood
Meteorite that landed in Cape Cod was a 'lone wolf' from the outer solar system, scientists find

By Keith Cooper Published

A meteor that exploded into fragments that fell into Cape Cod Bay was once part of the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter, scientists found.

Meteors & Meteor Showers
new moon illustration shows a very dimly lit moon against a black background.
When is the next new moon?

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Reference Discover what a new moon is and when the next new moon will occur with our new moon 2026 guide.

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Spaceflight

NASA's first-ever Saturn V rocket launches on its maiden flight from Cape Canaveral, Florida on the uncrewed Apollo 4 test flight on Nov. 9, 1967.
On this day in space! Nov. 9, 1967: NASA launches the Saturn V moon rocket for the first time on Apollo 4, but no astronauts were aboard

By Hanneke Weitering, Elizabeth Howell Published

Space Exploration
Illustration of one of Starfish Space's Otter servicing satellites in Earth orbit.
Starfish Space loses contact with 1st 'Otter' servicing spacecraft, ending NASA tech-demo mission

By Mike Wall Published

Starfish Space's first Otter servicing spacecraft suffered a glitch in orbit recently, ending its technology-demonstrating mission for NASA.

Launches & Spacecraft
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman in the rocket garden at the KSC visitor center.
NASA just launched a $1 million Moon Base Student Challenge to award cash prizes to students that solve lunar base problems

By Chelsea Gohd Published

NASA has officially launched the Moon Base Student Challenge, asking students to help build humanity's future on the moon. And there is $1 million in prizes for the best ideas.

Space Exploration
NASA needs more astronauts for moon missions and beyond. You can apply now, but only until Dec. 3

By Tariq Malik Published

On Saturday (Nov. 7), NASA put out the call for applications for a new class of astronauts. Applications are due by Dec. 3.

Human Spaceflight
a human in blue jumpsuit parachutes in the sky.
NASA chief Jared Isaacman skydives into space agency's MAX POWER air show — 'Going into this job, I knew we had to do something like this.'

By Chelsea Gohd Published

"I promise you, there'll be more to come."

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Science & Astronomy

A NASA graphic showcasing the phases of the moon.
What is the moon phase today? Lunar phases 2026

By Tariq Malik, Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Reference See what moon phase it is tonight and find out when you can see the rest of the moon phases for 2026.

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(Main) An illustration of exoplanet 51 ERI b in the glare of its parent star (Top left) JWST/NIRCam observation of star 51 Eridani A with new technique blocking star light (Bottom) the same observation of the system without this filter and the predicted appearance of ERI b based upon that image
Giant exoplanet emerges from the dark when the James Webb Space Telescope turns out the starlight

By Robert Lea Published

Astronomers have filtered out starlight from James Webb Space Telescope observations to see a giant exoplanet emerge in the darkness.

Exoplanets
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Space Photo of the Day

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Futuristic aircraft takes flight at NASA | Space photo of the day for Nov. 9, 2026

By Daisy Dobrijevic Published

The future of flight meets space exploration as a futuristic electric aircraft hovers beside Blue Origin's massive New Glenn rocket stage.

Aerospace
Students stargazing.
Students gather to explore Hawaii's glorious night sky | Space photo of the day for Nov. 4, 2026

By Chelsea Gohd Published

Over 1,400 students gathered in Hawaii recently to learn about astronomy as part of the annual Journey Through the Universe program.

Stargazing
Astrobee on the ISS.
Robot cube explores the International Space Station | Space photo of the day for Nov. 3, 2026

By Chelsea Gohd Published

An Astrobee, a tiny robot cube, is zipping around the International Space Station helping out the astronauts on board.

International Space Station
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Entertainment

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NYT bestseller ‘Robopocalypse’ is getting a TV series with Oscar winners Ron Howard and Akiva Goldsman at the helm

By Jeff Spry Published

Well, this should be a nice distraction from the real AI apocalypse.

Space Movies & Shows
Screenshot from the "Other Worlds: A Stranger Things Adventure" teaser trailer.
Netflix announces 'Stranger Things' spin-off 'Other Worlds', and it's already teasing a trip to Area 51 (video)

By Sergio Pereira Published

The first trailer for Other World: A Stranger Things Adventure doesn't show much, but there are enough clues for fans to figure out what it's about here.

Space Movies & Shows
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What's Up In Space Today

Search For Life

An illustration of what Earth could loook like without life. Considering this could help hunt life among the stars
Scientists simulate an Earth without life to help hunt for aliens and inhabited worlds

By Keith Cooper Published

By modeling how a planet without life develops its atmosphere, astronomers hope to be able to better distinguish rocky planets without life from those that are inhabited.

Search for Life
A rich chemical diversity has been discovered in planet-forming disks around young stars.
Scientists discover 'chemical starter kit' for life in planetary birthplaces

By Keith Cooper Published

The discovery of surprising molecules of methanol and associated maser activity has expanded the inventory of the chemical starter kit that builds planets in young star systems.

Search for Life
a man in a suit and a NASA pin speaks on stage
NASA chief Jared Isaacman wants to stay 'open-minded' about UFOs: 'If it's aliens, I think NASA should have a seat at the table'

By Leonard David Published

NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman suggested sightings of unidentified anomalous phenomena might signal another 'Sputnik Moment' looming on the horizon for the United States.

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Technology

The Caltech-run, DARPA-funded ASTRA project just built a structure autonomously in orbit — a spaceflight first.
A robot just built a structure autonomously in space for the 1st time ever

By Elizabeth Howell Published

A robot built part of an antenna in orbit recently, showcasing skills that could potentially allow the assembly of space telescopes and other large structures off Earth.

Technology
a small flying craft upper left and a large yellow cylinder on the right
Futuristic aircraft takes flight at NASA | Space photo of the day for Nov. 9, 2026

By Daisy Dobrijevic Published

The future of flight meets space exploration as a futuristic electric aircraft hovers beside Blue Origin's massive New Glenn rocket stage.

Aerospace
a shadowy silhouette of a fighter jet obscured by smoke
NASA announces experimental X-70 Fractal aircraft: A 'new beginning for aeronautics'

By Brett Tingley Published

NASA has announced its next X-plane, known as the X-70 Fractal, designed to test advanced maneuverability and which will feature a rapidly reconfigurable design.

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