SpaceX moves giant Super Heavy booster to pad ahead of Starship Flight 11 launch (photos)
SpaceX moved its Super Heavy booster to the pad recently to gear up for Flight 11 of its Starship megarocket, which is scheduled for Oct. 13.
Skywatching
Supermoon: what is it and when is the next one?
Reference Learn what makes a supermoon unique, how it impacts the moon's brightness, and when you can catch the next one in our ultimate supermoon guide.
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Spaceflight
FCC announces 'Space Month' push to streamline space regulations
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission will work to streamline space regulations, a push just announced in the newly christened "Space Month" of October 2025.
Oct. 9, 1992: Peekskill meteorite lands in New York
On Oct. 9, 1992, a rock the size of a bowling ball fell out of space and crash landed on someone's Chevy Malibu in Peekskill, New York.
Australian nanosatellite snaps 1st selfie in space before tracking cosmic gamma-ray bursts (photo)
Australia's SpIRIT nanosatellite has snapped its first "selfie" from space, marking a successful start to its mission.
Science & Astronomy
Infrared and informed: The ultimate James Webb Space Telescope quiz
This quiz is your chance to explore the wonders of the James Webb Space Telescope, from its mind-blowing discoveries to the science behind its design.
Blast off with the 'Space Gal' Emily Calandrelli for World Space Week on Arm and Hammer's Baking Soda Rocket Day
Join 'Space Gal' Emily Calandrelli to help Arm and Hammer celebrate Baking Soda Rocket Day with 14,000 nationwide.
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Northern lights - live updates
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.
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Rocket launch today
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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Night sky for tonight
Find out what you can see in the night sky for tonight, from planets and stars to dazzling meteor showers.
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Live 4K video from space!
Witness live views of Earth from the International Space Station as it orbits the planet. Space streaming company Sen is broadcasting 24/7 from the ISS in beautiful 4K HD.
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On this day in space!
NASA astronaut Sally Ride became the first American woman in space aboard the space shuttle Challenger.
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ReferenceWhat is the moon phase today?
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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ReferenceSpace calendar 2025
Keep up with all the rocket launches, astronomical events and mission milestones for 2025 with our space calendar.
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Search For Life
How excited should we be about the latest Mars potential biosignature discovery? 'It's arguably the best evidence we have so far'
What about those previously studied plumes of methane and meteorites potentially stuffed with the fossils of Martian microbes?
No near neighbors: Closest technologically advanced aliens may be 33,000 light-years from Earth
A new study suggests that, without plate tectonics and the right balance of carbon dioxide and oxygen, advanced alien civilizations may be exceedingly rare.
Could a Mars crater have once hosted life? NASA's Perseverance rover finds more evidence it's possible
Fresh analysis of Perseverance rover data reveals Jezero Crater experienced repeated episodes of water activity, strengthening the case for habitability and raising the stakes for Mars Sample Return.
Technology
NASA's Lunar Electric Rover rolls across Arizona | Space photo of the day for Oct. 9, 2025
NASA's Lunar Electric Rover was tested in Arizona's rugged desert terrain to simulate lunar exploration and refine designs for future missions.
New private 'Arc' spacecraft aims to deliver cargo from orbit to anywhere on Earth in less than an hour (video)
"We see a future where thousands of Arc spacecraft form a logistics network that provides transformative reach, resilience, and deterrence for the United States and its allies."
