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A fishing pier in Fort Myers in Florida has been destroyed by the storm surge caused by Hurricane Ian.

Hurricane Ian's Florida destruction seen from space (satellite photos)

By Tereza Pultarova published

Satellites have revealed the scale of destruction wreaked by Hurricane Ian over Florida last week, but images also show glimpses of recovery where power has already been restored.

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launches 54 Starlink internet satellites to orbit on Sept. 18, 2022.

SpaceX could launch 52 more Starlink satellites tonight (Oct. 4). Here's how to watch.

By Mike Wall published

SpaceX will launch 52 more Starlink internet satellites to orbit tonight (Oct. 4), and you can watch the liftoff live.

Leica binoculars deals

Leica binocular deals: The lowest prices on top-tier models

By Ian Evenden published

Leica binocular deals may be a rare sighting, but we've rounded up the lowest prices currently available.

artist's depiction of dinosaurs watching fireball

Asteroid that killed the dinosaurs also triggered global tsunami

By Robert Lea published

The asteroid that struck Earth 66 million years ago, wiping out much of the planet's plant and animal life (most famously the dinosaurs), also triggered a worldwide tsunami with mile-high waves.

A technician working on the Soviet satellite, the first manmade object to orbit the earth

On This Day In Space: Oct. 4, 1957: Sputnik 1 becomes 1st human-made satellite

By Hanneke Weitering published

On Oct. 4, 1957, the Soviet Union launched Sputnik 1, the satellite that started the Space Race. Here's how it happened On This Day In Space!

Northrop Grumman's NG-18 Cygnus cargo spacecraft, seen in flight processing at left, has been named the "S.S. Sally Ride" in honor of the first American woman to fly into space.

Northrop Grumman names 'SS Sally Ride' cargo craft for first US woman in space

By Robert Z. Pearlman published

She set sail as a research vessel, shipped out as postage stamp and stood tall as a monument. Now, America's first woman in space is set to return to orbit as the namesake of a station cargo capsule.

Tech

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Best cameras for photos and videos 2022

By Jason Parnell-Brookes published

Here are the best cameras for photos and videos on the market today, from mirrorless to DSLR, MFT to compact cameras.

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Advanced AI discovers a treasure trove of gravitational lenses

By Keith Cooper published

A machine-learning algorithm has helped astronomers discover thousands of gravitational lenses predicted by Einstein.

Spaceflight

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A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launches 54 Starlink internet satellites to orbit on Sept. 18, 2022.

SpaceX could launch 52 more Starlink satellites tonight (Oct. 4). Here's how to watch.

By Mike Wall published

SpaceX will launch 52 more Starlink internet satellites to orbit tonight (Oct. 4), and you can watch the liftoff live.

A technician working on the Soviet satellite, the first manmade object to orbit the earth

On This Day In Space: Oct. 4, 1957: Sputnik 1 becomes 1st human-made satellite

By Hanneke Weitering published

On Oct. 4, 1957, the Soviet Union launched Sputnik 1, the satellite that started the Space Race. Here's how it happened On This Day In Space!

Science & Astronomy

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A fishing pier in Fort Myers in Florida has been destroyed by the storm surge caused by Hurricane Ian.

Hurricane Ian's Florida destruction seen from space (satellite photos)

By Tereza Pultarova published

Satellites have revealed the scale of destruction wreaked by Hurricane Ian over Florida last week, but images also show glimpses of recovery where power has already been restored.

artist's depiction of dinosaurs watching fireball

Asteroid that killed the dinosaurs also triggered global tsunami

By Robert Lea published

The asteroid that struck Earth 66 million years ago, wiping out much of the planet's plant and animal life (most famously the dinosaurs), also triggered a worldwide tsunami with mile-high waves.

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Missing element for life may be present in ocean of Saturn's moon Enceladus

By Keith Cooper published

The underground ocean of Saturn's moon Enceladus may contain significant amounts of phosphorus, which is vital for life as we know it.

The Allen Telescope Array in Northern California is dedicated to astronomical observations and a simultaneous search for extraterrestrial intelligence (SETI).

Contact with ET: How would humanity react?

By Leonard David published

The knowledge that we're not alone in the universe could have far-reaching effects on our view of ourselves and our place in the universe. But it's tough to get more specific than that.

The spiral galaxy M74 imaged by the NASA/ESA JWST.

The Drake equation for alien intelligence is more important than ever

By David Rothery published

In 1961, the US astrophysicist Frank Drake, who passed away on Sept. 2 at the age of 92, came up with an equation to estimate the number of intelligent civilizations in the Milky Way right now.

Skywatching

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Leica binoculars deals

Leica binocular deals: The lowest prices on top-tier models

By Ian Evenden published

Leica binocular deals may be a rare sighting, but we've rounded up the lowest prices currently available.

Best beginner cameras: Image shows person in woolly hat taking picture with water and mountains behind them

Best beginner cameras in 2022

By Jacob Little published

Buying Guide Here are our top picks of the best beginner cameras to help you make the right buying decision.

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Best mirrorless cameras

Best mirrorless cameras in 2022

By Jason Parnell-Brookes published

Buying Guide We've scoped out the best mirrorless cameras available to purchase in 2022 to cover any budget and skill level.

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Space Books Recommended Reading

Best space books for 2022

By Space.com Staff published

Space.com's editors present a reading list for space and sci-fi lovers, as well as children who are interested in astronomy and spaceflight.

This Week In Space Episode 31 investing in the stars

This Week In Space podcast: Episode 31 — Investing in the Stars

By Space.com Staff published

On today's This Week in Space, space venture capitalist Steve Jurvetson joins us to discuss SpaceX, investing in NewSpace and the future.

'Andor' is intelligent, enthralling sci-fi that should make other studios take note

By Scott Snowden published

Fingers crossed that "Andor" on Disney Plus will make other major studios realize that clever is cool, be it "Star Wars" or not.

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Leica binoculars deals

Leica binocular deals: The lowest prices on top-tier models

By Ian Evenden published

Leica binocular deals may be a rare sighting, but we've rounded up the lowest prices currently available.

Best beginner cameras: Image shows person in woolly hat taking picture with water and mountains behind them

Best beginner cameras in 2022

By Jacob Little published

Buying Guide Here are our top picks of the best beginner cameras to help you make the right buying decision.

Buying Guide
Best mirrorless cameras

Best mirrorless cameras in 2022

By Jason Parnell-Brookes published

Buying Guide We've scoped out the best mirrorless cameras available to purchase in 2022 to cover any budget and skill level.

Buying Guide