SpaceX launches secret US spy satellite from Florida (video)
SpaceX launched a secret reconnaissance mission for the U.S. government early on Thursday morning, July 30, 2026 from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.
Skywatching
This genuinely pocket-sized smart telescope makes capturing the deep sky and the solar system almost effortless
Review A genuinely pocket-sized smart telescope
Spaceflight
Starlink satellites: Facts, tracking and impact on astronomy
Reference Starlink satellites have been developed by SpaceX to provide internet to remote locations. Here we explore the controversial megaconstellation in more detail.
NASA launched this spacecraft to save a satellite. Now, it needs saving too
NASA launched the Swift Boost mission earlier this month to try and save one of its aging science observatories, but the rescue spacecraft is now experiencing control issues.
SpaceX Starship still floating 5 days after flight | Space photo of the day for July 29, 2026
SpaceX continues to collect imagery of the vehicle as it floats in the Indian Ocean five days after its most recent flight test.
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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.
A SpaceX rocket will crash into the moon next week, and scientists aren't sure what to expect
Scientists are preparing to study the effects of human-made impacts on the moon when a spent SpaceX rocket stage impacts the lunar surface on Aug. 5.
Space Photo of the Day
Curiosity Mars rover inspects cracked wheel | Space photo of the day for July 27, 2026
NASA's Curiosity Mars rover has experienced some serious wear and tear during its nearly 14 years on the Red Planet, as seen in new images of its wheels.
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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
Are we overlooking signs of alien life that aren't technological or biological? 'Bread would be a signature of intelligence'
Between biosignatures and technosignatures lie noosignatures, and some scientists think they could help us find alien life someday.
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Technology
The Holy Stone HS900 Pro drone is sadly middling and being outcompeted by many other models
Review Holy Stone HS900 Pro offers great features and flight performance but a few elements would benefit from refinement via a firmware update.
