Tech

A closeup of a white-shelled astronaut helmet from the left, extending to the middle of the image. A copper-shaded visor stretches across the dimmed interior face. A black-tipped white glove tests on the visor.

How SpaceX built a new spacesuit for Polaris Dawn's private spacewalk (video)

By Andrew Jones published

SpaceX has given us a detailed look at their stylish and innovative new extravehicular activity suit ahead of it being worn during the Polaris Dawn mission's first-ever private spacewalk.

Tech
A view of the Advanced Composite Solar Sail System

NASA spacecraft captures 1st photo of its giant solar sail while tumbling in space

By Monisha Ravisetti published

NASA's testing a solar sail system in space, and the spacecraft that brought the tech there has snapped a photo.

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Spaceflight

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SpaceX Polaris Dawn astronaut plays 'Star Wars' song in music video beamed from space (video)

By Brett Tingley published

Polaris Dawn astronaut Sarah Gillis released a new music video from space while playing violin inside the mission's Crew Dragon spacecraft.

Private Spaceflight
two nasa astronauts in a module at right. at left is a docked cone-shaped spacecraft above earth

Boeing’s Starliner astronauts speak publicly today for 1st time in 2 months: Watch it live

By Elizabeth Howell published

Boeing Starliner's historic first mission with astronauts did not turn out as planned. Starliner's 2 NASA astronauts will share their experiences from the ISS today (Sept. 13).

Human Spaceflight
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Science & Astronomy

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Iron winds and molten metal rains ravage a hellish hot Jupiter exoplanet

By Robert Lea published

"Iron Winds and Metal Rain." Not the title of a heavy metal album but an accurate weather prediction for a hellish exoplanet called WASP-76b.

Exoplanets
A glowing orange, blue, and green cloud with a bright pink nucleus.

Black hole or neutron star? Gravitational wave 'chirps' can tell us what becomes of dying stars

By Robert Lea published

The current generation of gravitational wave detectors could "hear" supernovas over 65 million light-years away, helping scientists determine if a dying star creates a black hole or a neutron star.

The Universe
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Search For Life

An artist's impression of the purported Black Knight satellite, the focus of a long-lived conspiracy theory.

The 'Black Knight' satellite: A hodgepodge of alien conspiracy theories

By David Crookes, All About Space magazine published

According to conspiracy theorists, the Black Knight satellite is an alien spacecraft orbiting Earth. Here's what's really going on.

Search for Life
a brownish planet orbiting close to a fiery star

Life on alien planets probably wouldn't experience day and night – here's how that may change evolution

By Maureen Cohen published

Organisms on Earth living deep underground or at the bottom of the sea may give us an idea what alien life without a circadian rhythm could be like.

Search for Life
Three giant satellite dishes point up at the night sky, smeared with endless starlight.

How AI is helping us search the universe for alien technosignatures

By Conor Feehly published

"It's now a part of mainstream astrophysics."

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Skywatching

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'International Observe the Moon Night' shines tonight! How to watch live and participate

By Victoria Corless last updated

Happy Observe the Moon Night 2024!

Stargazing
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Best eyepieces for telescopes 2024: A crucial telescope accessory to invest in

By Damian Peach last updated

Buying Guide The best eyepieces for telescopes can transform your skywatching experience, letting you get closer to the stars.

Buying Guide
the top edge of the moon darkened by a shadow

Partial lunar eclipse of the Harvest Moon: Everything you need to know

By Joe Rao published

The upcoming Full Harvest Moon on Sept. 17 will feature a partial lunar eclipse. Here's what to expect and how to see it.

Eclipses
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Entertainment

three different spacecraft made out of plastic bricks

These Lego Ideas SLS rocket, Kerbal Space Program and 'The Martian' concepts are incredible, and we hope they get made

By Kimberley Snaith published

'The Martian,' Kerbal Space Program, and NASA's Space Launch System rocket are among awesome space-themed Lego Ideas concepts up for submission right now.

Space Games & Toys
a woman watches flaming space rocks falling from the sky

Watch space aliens invade in wild new 'Venom: The Last Dance' trailer (video)

By Jeff Spry published

Sony Pictures released a final launch trailer for "Venom: The Last Dance," which premieres on Oct. 25, 2024.

Entertainment
Star Wars Outlaws

'Star Wars Outlaws' finally lets fans play as the scoundrel (review)

By Matt Cabral published

The first open-word game from the galaxy far, far away feels like the Han Solo simulator we've been waiting for.

Space Games & Toys
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References

The best eyepieces for telescopes on an orange background

Best eyepieces for telescopes 2024: A crucial telescope accessory to invest in

By Damian Peach last updated

Buying Guide The best eyepieces for telescopes can transform your skywatching experience, letting you get closer to the stars.

Buying Guide
An artist's impression of the purported Black Knight satellite, the focus of a long-lived conspiracy theory.

The 'Black Knight' satellite: A hodgepodge of alien conspiracy theories

By David Crookes, All About Space magazine published

According to conspiracy theorists, the Black Knight satellite is an alien spacecraft orbiting Earth. Here's what's really going on.

Search for Life
One of the best night vision binoculars in front of birds on a tree branch, silhouetted by a full moon in the background

Best night vision binoculars 2024: Our top picks to see in the dark

By Russ Swan last updated

Buying Guide The best night vision binoculars allow you to spot nocturnal wildlife or enjoy views of the night sky wherever you go.

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