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Will Comet C/2025 R3 (PanSTARRS) be the 'great comet' of 2026?
By Jamie Carter published
In late April 2026, a long-period comet will swing through the inner solar system. It will likely be visible with binoculars, and there's a small chance it could be seen with the naked eye.

Space Force shows off snowy new Alaska radar post | Space photo of the day for Jan. 1, 2026
By Kenna Hughes-Castleberry published
"I am the watcher on the walls."

The race to mine the moon is on – and it urgently needs some clear international rules
By Jessie Osborne, Adam Urwick published
There are billions of dollars in it for companies able to kickstart mining operations, even if such returns are still years away.

Flat Earth, spirits and conspiracy theories — experience can shape even extraordinary beliefs
By Eli Elster published
Why do people often adopt and develop beliefs that lack strong supporting evidence?

ISS astronaut snaps stunning nighttime photo of Florida and Cuba | Space photo of the day for Dec. 29, 2025
By Kenna Hughes-Castleberry published
The image offers a rare look at how Earth's surface and atmosphere interact after sunset.

60,000 feet above Earth, NASA is hunting for the minerals that power phones, EVs and clean energy
By Julian Dossett published
The microwave-sized sensor detects 'spectral fingerprints' of important minerals.

NASA satellite gazes into Medusa Pool | Space photo of the day for Dec. 24, 2025
By Kenna Hughes-Castleberry published
The South Sandwich Islands were born from a tectonic collision, forged by volcanism and relentlessly reshaped by ice, wind and waves.

Before trips to Mars, we need better protection from cosmic rays
By Zahida Sultanova published
Outside Earth's protection, space travellers will be routinely exposed.
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