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The planet Saturn seen through a telescope

Saturn is at opposition. See it shine at its best for 2022 in a free webcast tonight.

By Tariq Malik published

The ringed planet Saturn is often hailed as the jewel of the solar system and you have a chance to see why in a free webcast tonight.

The day side of Venus covered in clouds as seen by Akatsuki

A mystery of sulfur clouds of Venus may be solved by new computer model

By Andrew Jones published

Scientists using new computational methods have come up with a new insight into the potential workings of the complex atmosphere of Venus.

An image of the supernova remnant G261.9+5.5 in orange.

A new Australian supercomputer has already delivered a stunning supernova remnant pic

By Wasim Raja, Pascal Jahan Elahi published

Within 24 hours of accessing the first stage of Australia’s newest supercomputing system, researchers have processed a series of radio telescope observations, including a highly detailed image of a supernova remnant.

black, mineral-filled water shown spewing out of a hydrothermal vent that a robot is collecting samples from

Massive expanse of towering hydrothermal vents discovered deep in the Pacific

By Nicoletta Lanese published

Scientists found a huge field of hydrothermal vents on the East Pacific Rise.

This image was taken during the 1999 Leonid meteor storm as part of NASA's Leonid Multi-Instrument Aircraft Campaign (Leonid MAC). The image was captured with a 28 mm camera.

On This Day In Space: Aug. 14, 1992: Meteor explodes over Uganda

By Hanneke Weitering published

On Aug. 14, 1992, a meteor entered the atmosphere over Mbale, Uganda and exploded.

cloud shaped like a flying saucer floating over telescopes on a mountain top

Flying saucer-shaped cloud floats above Hawaiian telescopes (photo)

By Elizabeth Howell published

A mountaintop observatory experienced a 'close encounter' in the shape of a cloud that some people associate with UFOs. The real-life explanation is far less alien.

Tech

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satellite in orbit around earth

Maxar will build 14 missile-tracking satellites for new warning system

By Elizabeth Howell published

L3Harris Technologies asked Maxar to produce the satellites for the second stage of the Space Development Agency's missile-tracking constellation.

Anycubic Photon Mono X 3D Printer

Save up to $140 on Anycubic 3D printers in back-to-school sale - ends August 12

By Alexander Cox published

The sale ends August 12, so you'll have to act fast if you want a top discount on a top 3D printer.

Spaceflight

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This image was taken during the 1999 Leonid meteor storm as part of NASA's Leonid Multi-Instrument Aircraft Campaign (Leonid MAC). The image was captured with a 28 mm camera.

On This Day In Space: Aug. 14, 1992: Meteor explodes over Uganda

By Hanneke Weitering published

On Aug. 14, 1992, a meteor entered the atmosphere over Mbale, Uganda and exploded.

The solar array of China's Wentian module on the Tiangong space station unfurled over the blue Earth.

See the huge solar wings of China's space station in motion above Earth (video)

By Andrew Jones published

China’s space station recently gained a new module and with it a pair of huge, solar energy-capturing “wings” that can rotate as the outpost orbits the Earth.

Science & Astronomy

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An image of the supernova remnant G261.9+5.5 in orange.

A new Australian supercomputer has already delivered a stunning supernova remnant pic

By Wasim Raja, Pascal Jahan Elahi published

Within 24 hours of accessing the first stage of Australia’s newest supercomputing system, researchers have processed a series of radio telescope observations, including a highly detailed image of a supernova remnant.

black, mineral-filled water shown spewing out of a hydrothermal vent that a robot is collecting samples from

Massive expanse of towering hydrothermal vents discovered deep in the Pacific

By Nicoletta Lanese published

Scientists found a huge field of hydrothermal vents on the East Pacific Rise.

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An aerial view of Jezero Crater on Mars

Probing the Red Planet: Finding past life at Jezero Crater

By Leonard David published

Perseverance Mars rover is gathering up samples of Martian rock and soil that could help tease out an answer concerning past life on Mars.

NASA's Mars rover Perseverance collected its 12th Red Planet rock sample on Aug. 3, 2022.

Perseverance Mars rover bags 12th Red Planet rock sample

By Mike Wall published

NASA's car-sized Perseverance Mars rover drilled out and sealed up its 12th rock sample on Wednesday (Aug. 3), its fourth such operation in less than a month.

robot on dusty Martian rocks

The Curiosity rover has been exploring Mars for 10 years. Here's what we've learned.

By Stefanie Waldek published

Curiosity landed on Mars on Aug. 5, 2012, with one main goal: to determine whether the planet was once habitable. In 10 years, it has answered that question and many others.

Skywatching

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Camera in box with styrofoam packing

Best time to buy a camera: shop smart and save

By Kimberley Lane published

Are you thinking of buying a camera? Here are some tips and tricks to help you save money on your next purchase.

software map of mars in august 14, 2022 sky

Mars enters the evening sky tonight, here's how to find the Red Planet

By Elizabeth Howell published

Look for Mars low on the eastern horizon Saturday (Aug. 13) as the Red Planet comes into the evening sky, shining with Jupiter, Saturn and Uranus.

moon rising behind building

Sturgeon supermoon of 2022 stuns viewers around the world (photos)

By Elizabeth Howell published

The last of four supermoons in a row rose Aug. 11, 2022 and generated gorgeous pictures.

Entertainment

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Boots on Mars and a bombshell on Earth highlight the 10th and last episode of the third season of "For All Mankind."

'For All Mankind' showrunners discuss the explosive season 3 finale

By Robert Z. Pearlman published

What could more pivotal to NASA history than landing the first humans on Mars? As revealed in the season 3 finale of "For All Mankind," the answer could be much more terrestrial. Warning: spoilers.

Former NASA deputy administrator Lori Garver, during an event while she was with the agency.

This Week In Space podcast: Episode 24 — Reinventing NASA

By Space.com Staff published

Rod Pyle and Geoffrey Notkin chat with former senior NASA official Lori Garver about how her time at the agency created winds of change.

An image of Anson Mount of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds with the show title in front.

'Strange New Worlds' is officially the most watched Star Trek show on Paramount Plus

By Scott Snowden published

The "Star Trek" spinoff "Strange New Worlds" is the most watched Trek series on the streaming service Paramount Plus.

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Camera in box with styrofoam packing

Best time to buy a camera: shop smart and save

By Kimberley Lane published

Are you thinking of buying a camera? Here are some tips and tricks to help you save money on your next purchase.

Geminid meteor shower occurring above a large lake surrounded by hills. The shooting stars streak across a star-studded sky.

Meteor showers and shooting stars: Formation and history

By Daisy Dobrijevic published

Reference Meteor showers occur when Earth passes through a trail of dust from asteroids or comets, the dust burns up in Earth's atmosphere resulting in shooting stars.

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Commander Spock from Star Trek (2009)

Star Trek movies in order: Chronological and release

By Susan Arendt published

Untangle the different timelines and get the popcorn: Here are the Star Trek movies in order — both chronological and release.