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On this day in space! June 24, 1999: Cassini spacecraft flies by Venus
While on its way to Saturn, the Cassini spacecraft used Venus' gravity to slingshot itself past the solar system's asteroid belt.
Radio signals from the dawn of time could help 'weigh' the universe's 1st stars
A radio signal from the dawn of time could help scientists weigh the first stars and reveal how they lifted the cosmic darkness.
Rocket launch today: Is there a rocket launch and what time?
Follow Space.com's rocket launch blog for the latest on when the next rocket launch will be and how to follow it live.
Best telescopes for kids 2025: The best child-friendly scopes for young skywatchers
Buying Guide The best telescopes for kids are easy to use, accessible to beginners and you can get your stargazers started with July's full moon.
Did our cosmos begin inside a black hole in another universe? New study questions Big Bang theory
A team of scientists is proposing a bold alternative to the Big Bang theory, suggesting that our universe may have instead formed inside a colossal black hole.
Night sky for tonight: Visible planets, stars and more in this evening's sky
Find out what you can see in the night sky for tonight, from planets and stars to dazzling meteor showers.
Northern lights forecasts, alerts, and geomagnetic storm warnings - live updates
The latest aurora forecast for tonight help you make sure you're in the right place at the right time to see the northern lights.
SpaceX sets new date for private Axiom-4 astronaut launch to the International Space Station
NASA has announced a new launch date for the private Axiom astronaut launch to the ISS, following delays due to leaks aboard the space station.
SpaceX Axiom-4 mission to the ISS: Live updates
Read the latest news about SpaceX's Axiom-4 mission to the International Space Station.
SpaceX launches human remains, reentry capsules and more on Transporter 14 rideshare mission (video)
SpaceX launched 70 different payloads — including a special memorial capsule carrying cremated remains and DNA samples — today (June 23) on the Transporter 14 rideshare mission.
