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On this day in space! March 26, 1958: US Army launches Explorer 3 satellite

Hanneke Weitering last updated 26 March 25

On March 26, 1958, the United States launched its third satellite into space.

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New documentary 'Children of the Sky' asks the bold question: Can we raise kids in space? (op-ed)

Dave S. Brody published 26 March 25

A new 28-minute film explores the medical, social, political and ethical challenges of parenthood and child-rearing that truly permanent communities in space will need to solve.

partial solar eclipse showing the moon appearing to take a 'bite' out of the sun behind some hazy clouds above the ocean.

Where will the partial solar eclipse be visible this weekend?

Jamie Carter last updated 26 March 25

The partial solar eclipse on March 29, 2025, will be seen from North America, Europe, Russia and parts of Africa.

The moon appears to take a bigger and bigger "bite" out of the sun during a partial solar eclipse.

Partial solar eclipse 2025: Live updates

Daisy Dobrijevic last updated 26 March 25

The next solar eclipse will be on March 29, 2025.

a triple-core rocket blasts off under a sunny, partly cloudy blue sky. smoke expands below next to an obscured launch tower, near a long white hanger with SPACEX written on the side. To the left, a bird flies away.

Rocket launch today: Is there a rocket launch and what time?

Tariq Malik, Josh Dinner last updated 26 March 25

Follow Space.com's rocket launch blog for the latest on when the next rocket launch will be and how to follow it live.

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

Space.com last updated 26 March 25

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

An incredible image of a mystery blue spiral that appeared in the skies over Europe on Monday (March 24). This image was captured by Daniel Puchalski from Poland. — Mysterious blue spiral spotted over European skies. What was it? (photos) A strange blue spiral lit up the sky over Europe on Monday night (March 24), with residents of the UK and other countries speculating on its true nature on social media.

partial solar eclipse shows the moon taking a "bite" out of the sun while some small black sunspots are visible on the sun's surface. — Sunspots may be visible during the March 29 partial solar eclipse. Here's how to spot them. The upcoming partial solar eclipse on March 29 is the perfect time to watch the moon hide and then reveal dark patches on the surface of the sun.

NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope observed Herbig-Haro 49/50, an outflow from a nearby still-forming star, in high-resolution near- and mid-infrared light. The young star is off to the lower left corner of the Webb image. Intricate features of the outflow, represented in reddish-orange color, provide detailed clues about how young stars form and how their jet activity affects the environment around them. A chance alignment in this direction of the sky provides a beautiful juxtaposition of this nearby Herbig-Haro object (located within our Milky Way) with a face-on spiral galaxy in the distant background. Image released on March 24, 2025. — 'Cosmic tornado' swirls in breathtaking new James Webb Space Telescope image A cosmic coincidence has led to one of the most amazing images ever captured by NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope.

a rectangular satellite in orbit above earth — Space pirates already have their sights set on the 'high seas' of Earth orbit. Can we stop them? Experts are already looking into the risks of piracy in space and solutions to this potentially devastating economic and legal problem.

two 'horns' appear in the lower portion of the image, showing what the solar horns look like at sunrise during the partial solar eclipse. — Rare 'solar horns' will appear during partial solar eclipse on March 29 — Here are 6 of the best places in the US and Canada to see the unusual phenomenon Here's where to be to catch rare views of the cusps of the sun appearing in the east at sunrise during the partial solar eclipse on March 29, 2025.

Artist's illustration of an Artemis astronaut stepping onto the moon. — NASA says removal of 'first woman, person of color' language from Artemis websites 'does not indicate' moon mission crew change NASA websites no longer state that the Artemis 3 mission will aim to land the first person of color and the first woman on the moon, but the agency says this does not reflect a change in crew.

Scenic view of mountains against sky at night, Horseshoe Bend,Idaho,United States,USA. — Aurora alert! Moderate geomagnetic storm could spark northern lights as far south as New York and Idaho tonight (March 25) Aurora chasers are on high alert for geomagnetic storm conditions overnight with northern lights possible at mid-latitudes.

Tech

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Star Catcher sends electricity across NFL football field in key space power-beaming test (photos)

By Josh Dinner published 24 March 25

Space-based solar power is one step closer to reality, now that Florida startup Star Catcher has successfully beamed energy across the Jacksonville Jaguars' stadium.

This new telescope lens could be a game-changer for space imagery

By Keith Cooper published 20 March 25

The dream of a flat, lightweight telescope lens, where microscopic etchings precisely refract different wavelengths of light, is here.

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Spaceflight

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SpaceX Crew-9 and Crew-10: Live updates

By Mike Wall, Josh Dinner last updated 24 March 25

Read the latest news about SpaceX's Crew-9 and Crew-10 missions to the International Space Station for NASA.

Human Spaceflight

The private Starlab space station will consist of a service module and a habitat for four astronauts.

Private Starlab space station moves into 'full-scale development' ahead of 2028 launch

By Tereza Pultarova published 18 March 25

The Starlab commercial space station project is moving toward the production phase, having passed a key development milestone with NASA.

Human Spaceflight

Science & Astronomy

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The new moon of March 2025 creates a partial solar eclipse this weekend

By Jesse Emspak published 26 March 25

This new moon of March 2025 will create a partial solar eclipse visible in the northeastern part of North America, much of Europe and Russia.

What is the moon phase today? Lunar phases 2025

By Tariq Malik, Daisy Dobrijevic last updated 26 March 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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Massive star explosions may have triggered two mass extinctions in Earth's past: 'It would be terrifying.'

By Sharmila Kuthunur published 20 March 25

Two nearby explosive massive star deaths, or supernovas, may have triggered mass extinction events in Earth's distant past, new research suggests.

Search for Life

'Poppy seeds' and 'leopard spots' on Mars could hint at ancient microbial life

By Sharmila Kuthunur published 14 March 25

A rock on Mars that may hold clues about ancient microbial life on the Red Planet continues to puzzle scientists.

Search for Life

Water in the universe may have formed closer to the Big Bang than previously thought

By Sharmila Kuthunur published 12 March 25

"We were surprised that water could actually form so early on — even before the birth of the first galaxies."

Search for Life

Skywatching

Northern lights forecasts, alerts, and geomagnetic storm warnings

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated 26 March 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

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

By Jamie Carter last updated 26 March 25

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

Rare moonbow shines below total lunar eclipse in stunning photo: 'This is definitely the first time I've tried something like this, but will not be the last'

By Daisy Dobrijevic published 25 March 25

"The respective sizes of the two arcs also create a great symbolic representation of the difference in scale between what we experience and deal with as humans on Earth and the vastness and grandeur of the scale of space and our closest neighbor"

Entertainment

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"The monster will come for us all!” Mon Mothma rouses the rebels in new 'Andor' Season 2 trailer

By Jeff Spry published 25 March 25

The Death Star’s technological terror looms, and the Rebellion rises to meet the threat in this thrilling trailer for Andor Season 2.

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10 things we want from the next Mass Effect game

By Fran Ruiz published 25 March 25

BioWare's follow-up to the original Mass Effect trilogy is still a ways off, but we already have an extensive list of things we'd love to see happen.

Space Games & Toys

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'It's coming!' New 'Alien: Earth' trailer is packed with nostalgia, a creepy android, and some very unfortunate humans (video)

By Jeff Spry published 25 March 25

Retrofuturistic styling, synthetics with no regard for human life, and people being munched like popcorn — that's the Alien we know and love alright.

References

What is the moon phase today? Lunar phases 2025

By Tariq Malik, Daisy Dobrijevic last updated 26 March 25

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

Best stargazing apps: Image shows person holding mobile up to starry night sky

Best stargazing apps 2025: AR apps and virtual star maps to help you navigate the night sky

By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated 21 March 25

Buying Guide Looking for the best stargazing apps to learn about the night sky? We've rounded up our favorites right here.

Marvel Phase 6

Upcoming Marvel Phase 6 movies & TV shows: The Fantastic Four, Avengers: Doomsday & more

By Grace Dean published 21 March 25

Marvel's Thunderbolts will close out phase 5, but the MCU will continue into late 2025 and beyond with these highly-anticipated movies and shows.

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