NASA's aging infrastructure can't handle Artemis launches without $1 billion in upgrades, watchdog warns
NASA's plan to return astronauts to the moon and bolster a rapidly growing commercial space industry is facing an infrastructure obstacle.
Skywatching
You can get my favorite image-stabilized binoculars for their cheapest ever price in this incredible anti-Prime Day deal
Deals The Fujinon Techno-Stabi TS-L 1640 image-stabilized binoculars are the best for steady stargazing at high magnification. Walmart is selling them for their cheapest ever price but it could jump up at any moment.
Spaceflight
SpaceX launching 24 Starlink satellites from California tonight: Watch it live
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket is scheduled to launch two dozen Starlink satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base tonight (June 24), and you can watch it live.
NASA sent a FIFA World Cup 2026 ball to the ISS so astronauts can test their footwork in zero gravity (video)
Soccer balls are tricky to design for proper spin. NASA highlighted how it is helping with FIFA ball design — and providing entertainment for ISS astronauts.
ESA chief calls for greater European space autonomy as trust in US partnership erodes
The cancellation of Gateway and Mars Sample Return exposed just how dependent Europe's space ambitions are on U.S. decisions. ESA's director general says that has to change.
Science & Astronomy
NASA looks for the origins of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS | Space photo of the day for June 24, 2026
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope is finding clues that are leading scientists toward the origins of the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS.
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.
Space Photo of the Day
NASA looks for the origins of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS | Space photo of the day for June 24, 2026
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope is finding clues that are leading scientists toward the origins of the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS.
Entertainment
As 'Avatar: Fire & Ash' hits Disney+, we look at 3 of the weirdest alien creatures in the 'Avatar' movies
As 'Avatar: Fire & Ash' hits Disney+, we delve into the jungles of Pandora to learn about three of the Avatar series’ coolest alien creatures.
It's a crime these Lego Star Wars sets are being retired but you can save big before they go
Deals I love Lego Star Wars but I think it should be illegal to retire sets, especially with the Star Wars 50th anniversary next year. Luckily, there are big savings on these retired and retiring models.
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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
Searching for alien life: New model could help scientists home in on habitable exoplanets
A new exoplanet model screens rocky worlds by their ability to retain atmospheres over geologic timescales, helping narrow the search for potentially habitable planets beyond Earth.
Technology
This expert-approved, beginner-friendly drone just got even cheaper, $60 off for Prime Day
Deals Our expert thinks this DJI Neo is perfect for beginners and, double the previous discount, it's a steal at $139. Snap it up this Prime Day and make your summer!
