Tech

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These space tech spinoffs are helping scientists fight climate change

By Samantha Mathewson published

Innovations in satellite, telescope and spacecraft technology are not only essential to space exploration, but are also helping to better monitor and mitigate climate change on Earth.

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Ancient ruins are under threat. Here's how archaeologists are getting help from space (exclusive)

By Elizabeth Howell published

Climate change and urbanization are threatening ancient sites around the world. As archaeologists fight back, satellites are among the tools they use.

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Spaceflight

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Dragon's-eye view: Astronaut captures amazing shots of Hurricane Milton from space (photos, video)

By Mike Wall published

NASA astronaut Matthew Dominick snapped striking photos of the powerful Hurricane Milton through the window of a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule, which is docked to the ISS.

Human Spaceflight
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SpaceX says its next Starship launch could fly as early as Oct. 13, pending FAA approval

By Josh Dinner published

SpaceX is targeting as soon as Oct. 13 for the next launch of its Starship Super Heavy megarocket, but it all hinges on approval from the FAA, which says to expect the flight in "late November."

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Science & Astronomy

phases of the moon for october 2024 starting with the new moon on oct 2, first quarter on oct. 10, full moon oc 17 and third quarter on oct 24.

What is the moon phase today? Lunar phases 2024

By Tariq Malik last updated

Reference See what moon phase it is tonight and find out when you can see the rest of the moon phases for 2024.

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Record-breaking ancient spinning galaxy challenges cosmic evolution theories

By Robert Lea published

Astronomers have discovered the most distant and, thus, earliest strongly rotating galaxy ever seen that is well-organized rather than chaotic and messy, challenging our theories of cosmic evolution.

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Search For Life

Seven Earth-like planets orbit the Trappist-1 star.

Mass extinctions on Earth can help us find alien life in the cosmos. Here's how

By Conor Feehly last updated

The history of life on Earth offers clues to aid the search for complex life elsewhere in the cosmos.

Search for Life
An illustration of Uranus and its five largest moons, Miranda, Ariel, Umbriel, Titania and Oberon.

Some of Uranus' moons might be able to support life. Here's what a mission might reveal

By Conor Feehly published

"The most exciting prospect at the (Uranian) moons is that they could still host subsurface oceans at present.”

Search for Life
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'We are close:' SETI astrobiologist Nathalie Cabrol on the search for life

By Leonard David published

Astrobiologist Nathalie Cabrol seeks answers to two key questions: Are we alone in the universe? How did life on Earth begin in the first place?

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Skywatching

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Amazon Prime Day 2024: Best space gift deals for October Prime

By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated

Deals Amazon Prime Big Deal Days 2024 is here, we've rounded up the best deals Amazon is offering during the event.

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Annular solar eclipse 2024: Live updates

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Stay up-to-date with the latest news on the annular solar eclipse on Oct. 2.

Eclipses
NASA astronaut Matthew Dominick captured this view of Hurricane Milton from SpaceX's Crew Dragon capsule Endeavour, which is docked to the International Space Station, on Oct. 8, 2024.

Space pictures! See our space image of the day

By Space.com Staff last updated

Space.com's image of the day rounds up the most awe-inspiring space photos right here, with a new image everyday.

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Entertainment

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Review: 'The Wild Robot' is a lyrical ode to planetary love and parenthood

By Jeff Spry published

A review of the new animated sci-fi feature film, "The Wild Robot."

Entertainment

Top sci-fi movies and TV shows to watch on Amazon Prime in October

By Scott Snowden last updated

Time to catch up on some long overdue sci-fi, so here's our handy guide to what's on

Entertainment
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'Alien: Romulus' leaps onto home video and streaming in 4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD

By Jeff Spry published

"Alien: Romulus" will be released on digital on Oct. 15 and deluxe home video on Dec. 3.

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References

phases of the moon for october 2024 starting with the new moon on oct 2, first quarter on oct. 10, full moon oc 17 and third quarter on oct 24.

What is the moon phase today? Lunar phases 2024

By Tariq Malik last updated

Reference See what moon phase it is tonight and find out when you can see the rest of the moon phases for 2024.

Reference
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Space calendar 2024: Rocket launches, skywatching events, missions & more!

By Space.com last updated

Reference Keep up with all the rocket launches, astronomical events and mission milestones for 2024 with our space calendar.

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Prime Day Telescope deals 2024: Best offers from reputable retailers

By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated

Deals We've scoped out the best telescope deals available this year featuring top models from reputable retailers.

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