What lurks beneath the volcanoes of Jupiter's moon Io? NASA's Juno probe just took a peek
The subsurface findings could transform how scientists study volcanoes across the solar system — including those on Earth.
Skywatching
The easiest way to learn the summer night sky starts with these 3 stars
How to use the Summer Triangle stars — Vega, Deneb and Altair — as a key to unlock your understanding of the night sky.
How much better is the Canon EOS R6 III than previous models for astrophotography?
The latest edition of the Canon EOS R6 III adds 8 MP in resolution compared to the EOS R6 II, a CFexpress card slot and improved low-light autofocusing capability but do these upgrades actually benefit the astrophotographer?
Spaceflight
Planet hunter gets the silent treatment | Space photo of the day for July 24, 2026
ESA's Plato spacecraft completes critical testing ahead of its spaceflight.
Vulcan Centaur swapped out again: NASA goes with SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket for launch of space weather mission
NASA's SunRISE mission has been assigned a new launch vehicle: It will now be delivered to orbit by a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket rather than a United Launch Alliance Vulcan Centaur.
NASA's retired astronauts are hitting the road to get young people to vote: 'one small step for you, and one giant leap for our country.'
"We have to do what we can to ensure that the country makes it through the challenges that we're dealing with here, and that is the message that we're going to be taking to colleges and universities."
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Should Artemis IV astronauts actually land near the moon's south pole? Artemis II pilot says the lunar equator might be better
NASA has long eyed the moon's south pole for its first crewed Artemis landing. But Artemis II astronaut Victor Glover says the agency should target an easier and safer place to touch down.
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Science & Astronomy
What is the moon phase today? Lunar phases 2026
Reference See what moon phase it is tonight and find out when you can see the rest of the moon phases for 2026.
Scientists may have finally solved the mystery of the sun's missing silver
Scientists say the sun has a little more silver than we thought.
Space Photo of the Day
Planet hunter gets the silent treatment | Space photo of the day for July 24, 2026
ESA's Plato spacecraft completes critical testing ahead of its spaceflight.
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Northern lights - live updatesThe 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 todayFollow 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 tonightFind 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 2025Keep up with all the rocket launches, astronomical events and mission milestones for 2025 with our space calendar.
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Search For Life
Alien life likely can't survive on exoplanets smaller than Mars, scientists say
For a world to maintain an atmosphere long enough for life to gain a foothold, it seems it needs to be at least as big as Mars.
Technology
Best stargazing apps 2026: Navigate the night sky with these AR apps and virtual star maps
Buying Guide Looking for the best stargazing apps to learn about the night sky? We've rounded up our favorites right here.
