What is Starfall? A look at SpaceX's mysterious new return capsule
SpaceX just launched its Starfall return capsule for the first time. What does the company plan to do with the new vehicle?
Skywatching
The Unistellar Odyssey Pro helped me feel in touch with the universe and it's now 15% off
Deals The go-to tracking and sharp autofocus afforded by the Odyssey Pro allowed me to start taking sharp images of the deep sky. It's now available from Unistellar with 15% off.
Spaceflight
On this day in space! June 23, 1949: XS-1 space plane aces 117th flight
On June 23, 1949, the XS-1 space plane flew for the 117th time.
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SpaceX Dragon says goodbye to the ISS | Space photo of the day for June 23, 2026
The cargo spacecraft catches the sunlight as it departs its visit to the space station.
NASA's Roman Space Telescope arrives in Florida ahead of SpaceX Falcon Heavy launch this summer
The Nancy Roman Grace Telescope has arrived at NASA's Kennedy Space Center for final preparations ahead of launching to join the orbital ranks of Hubble, Webb, Spitzer and Chandra.
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.
This ball of stars named Terzan 5 may be one of the Milky Way's original building blocks
Terzan 5 is a globular cluster with some unusual properties that have led a team of astronomers to suspect that it is more than meets the eye.
Space Photo of the Day
SpaceX Dragon says goodbye to the ISS | Space photo of the day for June 23, 2026
The cargo spacecraft catches the sunlight as it departs its visit to the space station.
Entertainment
This might be your last chance to pick up a retired Lego Star Wars set before it flies off forever, and it's under $100 on Amazon for Prime Day
Deals This Lego Star Wars Coruscant Guard Gunship it's less than $100 for Prime Day, the cheapest it's ever been. But as a retired set, this could be your last chance to pick it up.
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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
The best DJI Drones you can buy 2026
Gift guide Looking to get into drone flying or upgrade from an old model? DJI is one of the most trusted names in drone manufacturer and we've picked out the company's best.
