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Save over $260 on the Snapmaker A350T 3D printer at Amazon

By Alexander Cox published 19 May 22

Get a huge saving on this 3-in-1 3D printer that allows you to reliably print larger models, laser engrave, and CNC carve materials.

Anycubic Photon M3 review

By Stewart Rice published 18 May 22

The Anycubic Photon M3 combines great print quality with quick print times, making it an exceptional entry-level resin printer.

Spaceflight

A United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket launches Boeing's Starliner capsule.

Boeing Starliner Orbital Flight Test 2: Live updates

By Space.com Staff published 19 May 22

Read live updates of Boeing's second uncrewed test flight of its Starliner spacecraft, scheduled to launch to the International Space Station on May 19.

A United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket launches Boeing's Starliner capsule on the OFT-2 mission on May 19, 2022.

Boeing Starliner capsule launches on critical NASA test flight to space station

By Josh Dinner published 19 May 22

Starliner lifted off this evening (May 19), kicking off the crucial OFT-2 test mission to the International Space Station.

Science & Astronomy

An M-class solar flare that occurred on May 19, 2022.

Sun busts out trio of moderate solar flares that might herald more activity

By Elizabeth Howell published 19 May 22

A trio of moderate flares blasted off from the sun on Thursday, and there might be more in store.

The Hubble Space Telescope photographed the globular cluster known as NGC 6558, which lies 23,000 light-years from Earth, in the constellation Sagittarius.

Glimmering Hubble Space Telescope photo shows stunning starburst effect

By Samantha Mathewson published 19 May 22

The iconic Hubble Space Telescope has captured a glimmering new photo of a densely packed region of stars located in the constellation Sagittarius.

Search For Life

An unidentified aerial phenomenon, imaged by a U.S. Navy.

What's next for UFO studies after landmark congressional hearing?

By Leonard David published 18 May 22

Tuesday's (May 17) event was the first open congressional hearing about UFOs in more than 50 years.

An unidentified aerial phenomenon (UAP), as captured by the sensors of a U.S. Navy jet.

US military taking 'all hands on deck' approach to understanding UFOs

By Elizabeth Howell published 17 May 22

The U.S. military aims to more systematically classify and characterize reports of unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP), officials said during a congressional hearing on Tuesday (May 17).

Congress holding UFO hearing today: How to watch live (and what to expect)

By Leonard David published 16 May 22

The U.S. Congress will hold a public hearing tomorrow (May 17) on reports of unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) skirting through our skies, and you can watch it live.

Skywatching

Sun busts out trio of moderate solar flares that might herald more activity

By Elizabeth Howell published 19 May 22

A trio of moderate flares blasted off from the sun on Thursday, and there might be more in store.

Encalife Ambience Galaxy and Star Projector review

By Tantse Walter published 19 May 22

The Encalife Ambience Galaxy & Star Projector, where star projector meets Bluetooth speaker.

Southern Cross constellation in the night’s sky.

Beyond angry protesters and inked arms, there's this First Nations story of the Southern Cross — one of unity and belonging

By Samuel Curkpatrick, Sarah Bacaller, Wanta Jampijinpa Pawu published 19 May 22

A racist usage of the Southern Cross contrasts with Indigenous narratives about the constellation, suggesting the symbol can never be contained within a single defining narrative.

Entertainment

Concept art for the video game Starfield. At the bottom center is a glowing golden city with t talle skyscraper inthe middle. Light extends upwards to the top of the image. On the left is a close up of two astronauts faces. On the right the head of a blonde woman with shoulder length hair who is looking off to the top right. Below her there is a bulky humanoid-shaped robot.

Everything we know about Starfield: Release window, platforms, trailers & more

By Cian Maher published 19 May 22

With Bethesda’s highly anticipated spacefaring RPG just around the corner, we’ve compiled everything we know about Starfield to bring you up to light-speed.

The California Science Center in Los Angeles is set to begin of construction of a new museum that will display NASA's retired space shuttle Endeavour poised for launch.

Groundbreaking set for launchpad-like display of retired space shuttle Endeavour

By Robert Z. Pearlman published 19 May 22

NASA's space shuttle Endeavour is soon to be the focus of a groundbreaking. The California Science Center is set to begin of construction of a museum that will display Endeavour poised for launch.

New 'Asteroid Rush' doc looks at peril and promise of space rocks (exclusive sneak peek video)

By Scott Snowden published 18 May 22

A killer asteroid will line Earth up in its crosshairs eventually. Can be we ever be properly prepared?

References

Everything we know about Starfield: Release window, platforms, trailers & more

By Cian Maher published 19 May 22

With Bethesda’s highly anticipated spacefaring RPG just around the corner, we’ve compiled everything we know about Starfield to bring you up to light-speed.

Best binoculars for kids: Image shows boy looking through binoculars.

Best binoculars for kids: A close-up view of the cosmos for smaller hands and eyes

By Jamie Carter published 18 May 22

Get your children into stargazing with a pair of the best binoculars for kids from our top recommendations.

Star Wars The Mandalorian n1 starfighter in hangar

Making the case for The Mandalorian's new ship, the N1 Starfighter

By Fran Ruiz published 18 May 22

The Mandalorian's cool new starfighter carries a lot of on-screen and off-screen Star Wars history.

Watch live today: Boeing to launch Starliner OFT-2 test flight for NASA

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