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21 amazing dark sky reserves around the world
By Elizabeth Howell last updated
Reference The International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) is working to preserve the night sky. Here's a look at its 21 certified dark sky reserves around the world.

Best space pranks: From space apes to smuggled sandwiches
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Explore some of the best pranks carried out in space. From rogue gorillas to smuggled sandwiches, we discover the lighter side of space exploration.

7 fascinating facts about lunar eclipses
By Joe Rao published
From fiery 'blood moons' to ancient legends, discover the surprising science and history behind lunar eclipses.

20 jaw-dropping places on Earth that look like an alien planet
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
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Earth is home to some truly bizarre and breathtaking landscapes — here are 20 that look straight out of an alien world.

25 biggest space conspiracy theories: Debunked
By Ailsa Harvey published
Here we debunk some of the most common and enduring space conspiracies.

The most memorable space shuttle missions
By Clara Moskowitz last updated
The milestones, heartbreaks, and discoveries that shaped NASA's 30-year shuttle program.

8 of the greatest mysteries in the universe
By Robert Lea last updated
Dark energy, supermassive black holes, JuMBOs … Oh my!

Best sci-fi TV shows of 2024
By Grace Dean published
2024 was a year abundant with sci-fi greatness. Here's our round-up of the best out-of-this-world content to hit the small screen.
Breaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!


