'Logan's Run' at 50: Remembering this disco-age sci-fi classic on its golden anniversary
Check your life-clock crystal and make sure it’s not blinking red!
Skywatching
Moore's law tells us that the price of technology should go down over time, so why is stargazing gear getting more expensive?
With the prices of the newest smart telescope and image-stabilized binocular models running into the thousands, older models should be cheaper, but we are seeing a range of different factors at play affecting prices from the top to the bottom.
Spaceflight
SpaceX's next Starship breathes fire for 1st time in prelaunch test (video)
About a month has passed since the first launch of SpaceX's "Version 3" Starship rocket, and the spaceflight company has already begun testing on its next such vehicle.
China plans to double the size of its Tiangong space station while the ISS nears its end
China plans to add three new modules to Tiangong along with a co-orbiting space telescope, as the ISS heads for a Pacific splashdown.
Artemis Accords: What are they & which countries are involved?
Reference As the Artemis program aims to return humanity to the moon and beyond, the Artemis Accords lay out a framework for nations collaborating in this effort.
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Science & Astronomy
Strange glowing 'bow-and-arrow' structure may be a giant cosmic shock wave created by a supersonic galaxy collision
A bizarre "bow-and-arrow" radio galaxy nearly 1.8 million light-years across could reveal how galaxy clusters sculpt some of the universe's largest structures.
Black hole's 'point of no escape' studied with the loudest gravitational waves ever heard
The loudest crash of gravitational waves ever heard provides an intriguing way of studying event horizons, the boundaries at which nothing can escape the grip of these cosmic titans.
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Space Photo of the Day
Neon green auroras from space will take your breath away | Space photo of the day for June 26, 2026
This is truly a view like no other.
Entertainment
'Exodus: The Helium Sea' author Peter F. Hamilton talks universe crafting and finishing the story in this second prequel novel for sci-fi RPG 'Exodus' (exclusive)
"You can literally have sailing ships in space."
Best streaming services for science-fiction fans 2026: Disney Plus, Netflix, Hulu, Apple TV Plus, and more
With so many new and historic sci-fi shows and movies to stream, where do you start? From first contact to face-hugging, we've rounded up the best streaming services for sci-fi fans.
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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.
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Technology
NASA used a drone to deliver a human kidney. Is this the future of transplant transport?
The drone flew beyond line of sight with a kidney not viable for organ transplant, to test the concept for future deliveries to patients.
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Deals Our expert awarded this DJI Mini 4K drone five stars, and thanks to Prime Day, it's nearly 35% off. With two batteries for extra flight time and excellent wind resistant, it's a must buy for beginners.