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telescope image of a rosy-red nebula in deep space, with bright bluish-white stars in the background.

Rosy red nebula glows in gorgeous new European Southern Observatory photo

By Samantha Mathewson published

The European Southern Observatory's VLT Survey Telescope captured a beautiful new image of the rosy red emission nebula known as IC1284.

Still from the Star Wars T.V. series Ahsoka (season 1, episode 8). Thrawn plotting his next move.

'Ahsoka' season 1 episode 8 review: A finale that sticks the landing without flourish

By Fran Ruiz published

The final episode of Ahsoka's first season doesn't take a whole lot of risks and leaves many doors open, but it's the conclusion you were looking for.

illustration showing a man and woman in front of a well-dressed man holding a knife.

New 'Star Trek: Holo-Ween' comic miniseries ushers in the spooky season (images)

By Jeff Spry published

Here's a preview of IDW Publishing's special miniseries comic, 'Star Trek: Holo-Ween.'

Telescopes at Best Buy: Image shows telescope against countryside backdrop

Telescopes at Best Buy: What's in stock and what's on sale

By Ruth Gaukrodger last updated

We've combed through all the telescopes at Best Buy, looking for new deals and checking stock levels on popular models.

Illustrated depiction of Sputnik 1 in space

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

By Hanneke Weitering last updated

On Oct. 4, 1957, the Soviet Union launched Sputnik 1, the satellite that started the Space Race.

Impulse Space Founder and CEO Tom Mueller

Impulse Space CEO Tom Mueller talks early days at SpaceX, moon bases and a booming space industry (exclusive)

By Jeff Spry published

Space.com spoke with Impulse Space CEO Tom Mueller as he reflects back on his time at SpaceX and lays out his vision of the future of space exploration.

Tech

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Space Forge's satellite are miniature orbital factories.

UK startup readies new satellite that will make semiconductors in space

By Tereza Pultarova published

A U.K. startup is preparing to send a satellite to space that will manufacture new semiconductor materials that could be used in electronic devices on Earth.

Incredible Technology
a person in a red shirt places glass into a large circular structure.

Giant Magellan Telescope project casts 7th and final mirror (photos)

By Rahul Rao published

The Giant Magellan Telescope project just cast its seventh and final primary mirror segment, a huge milestone that keeps the scope on target to begin operations in the late 2020s.

Incredible Technology

Spaceflight

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Illustrated depiction of Sputnik 1 in space

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

By Hanneke Weitering last updated

On Oct. 4, 1957, the Soviet Union launched Sputnik 1, the satellite that started the Space Race.

Impulse Space Founder and CEO Tom Mueller

Impulse Space CEO Tom Mueller talks early days at SpaceX, moon bases and a booming space industry (exclusive)

By Jeff Spry published

Space.com spoke with Impulse Space CEO Tom Mueller as he reflects back on his time at SpaceX and lays out his vision of the future of space exploration.

SpaceX

Science & Astronomy

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telescope image of a rosy-red nebula in deep space, with bright bluish-white stars in the background.

Rosy red nebula glows in gorgeous new European Southern Observatory photo

By Samantha Mathewson published

The European Southern Observatory's VLT Survey Telescope captured a beautiful new image of the rosy red emission nebula known as IC1284.

Night Sky Photos
a large telescope with two wing-like solar panels in orbit above Earth

Chinese astronomers say their new space telescope will outdo Hubble

By Leonard David published

China's upcoming Xuntian, or Chinese Space Station Telescope (CSST), will orbit near the nation's Tiangong space station and provide high-definition panoramic views of the universe.

China Space Program

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Search For Life

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a book cover showing a flying saucer picking up a cow with a tractor beam with the words "Is There Anybody Out There? by Laura Krantz"

How to talk to your kids about aliens: 'Is There Anybody Out There?'

By Brett Tingley published

Space.com spoke with author Laura Krantz about her new book "Is There Anybody Out There?" that takes a scientific look at the search for life and even UFOs.

UFOs and Extraterrestrials
a white, dimply rock with a dark grey exterior

How methane studies on Earth could inform the search for alien life in our solar system

By Sharmila Kuthunur published

A new class of proteins found in methane deposits on Earth's seafloor could help inform the search for alien life.

Earth
Illustration of a planet and its cool red dwarf star. In the foreground on the right is the planet, which fills most of the frame. The planet is various shades of blue, with wisps of white scattered throughout. The left edge of the planet (the side facing the star) is lit, while the rest is in shadow. In the background at the lower left is the star, which appears smaller. The star has a bright red glow. Also in the background is another planet, which appears as a small crescent. The black background of space is speckled with a few small stars.

Possible hints of life found on distant planet – how excited should we be?

By Ian Whittaker published

The exoplanet K2-18b might host a water ocean.

UFOs and Extraterrestrials

Skywatching

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Telescopes at Best Buy: Image shows telescope against countryside backdrop

Telescopes at Best Buy: What's in stock and what's on sale

By Ruth Gaukrodger last updated

We've combed through all the telescopes at Best Buy, looking for new deals and checking stock levels on popular models.

Zeiss binoculars deals: Discounts on top-rated models

Zeiss binoculars deals: Discounts on top-rated models right now

By Ian Evenden last updated

Zeiss binoculars deals are tough to spot... but we're keeping an eye out for them.

Celestron solar observing kit

Celestron EclipSmart 2x Power Viewers Solar Eclipse and Solar Eclipse Glasses Observing Kit review

By Jamie Carter published

Review These two great value packages include essential eye protection and exhaustive guides to the two upcoming solar eclipses in North America.

Review

Entertainment

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Still from the Star Wars T.V. series Ahsoka (season 1, episode 8). Thrawn plotting his next move.

'Ahsoka' season 1 episode 8 review: A finale that sticks the landing without flourish

By Fran Ruiz published

The final episode of Ahsoka's first season doesn't take a whole lot of risks and leaves many doors open, but it's the conclusion you were looking for.

Star Wars
illustration showing a man and woman in front of a well-dressed man holding a knife.

New 'Star Trek: Holo-Ween' comic miniseries ushers in the spooky season (images)

By Jeff Spry published

Here's a preview of IDW Publishing's special miniseries comic, 'Star Trek: Holo-Ween.'

Star Trek
the cast of the original star trek on the cover of a book

'Star Trek: The Illustrated Oral History' goes behind the scenes with the eclectic crew of the original Enterprise

By Jeff Spry published

Titan Publishing will release 'Star Trek: The Illustrated Oral History: The Original Cast' in December.

Space Books

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Telescopes at Best Buy: Image shows telescope against countryside backdrop

Telescopes at Best Buy: What's in stock and what's on sale

By Ruth Gaukrodger last updated

We've combed through all the telescopes at Best Buy, looking for new deals and checking stock levels on popular models.

Zeiss binoculars deals: Discounts on top-rated models

Zeiss binoculars deals: Discounts on top-rated models right now

By Ian Evenden last updated

Zeiss binoculars deals are tough to spot... but we're keeping an eye out for them.

Moon phases for October 2023 are third quarter on oct. 6, new moon oct. 14, first quarter oct. 32 and full moon on oct. 28.

What is the moon phase today? Lunar phases 2023

By Tariq Malik last updated

Reference See the phase of the moon tonight and the rest of the moon phases for 2023, and when you can see them.

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