Tricky Mars rocks making things difficult for NASA's Perseverance rover By Samantha Mathewson published 1 July 22 NASA's Perseverance rover is on the hunt for the "goldilocks" of rocks to sample on Mars.
Surprise 'fossil galaxy' spotted near mighty Andromeda By Elizabeth Howell published 1 July 22 An amateur astronomer found a fossilized surprise in the well-studied sky near the bright Andromeda Galaxy.
James Webb Space Telescope's supercold camera is now ready for science By Tereza Pultarova published 1 July 22 The second of the four cutting-edge instruments on the James Webb Space Telescope is ready to perform science ahead of the awaited release of first full-quality images on July 12.
NASA will unveil the James Webb Space Telescope's 1st science photos this month. Here's how to watch. By Elizabeth Howell published 1 July 22 After half a year of commissioning in space, the James Webb Space Telescope will release its first science images in July. Here's how you can tune in to the historic event for free.
SpaceX's Starlink satellites will help improve space weather forecasts amid sun's unpredictable activity By Tereza Pultarova published 1 July 22 SpaceX's Starlink satellites are providing data to NOAA to help improve space weather forecasts as spacecraft operators struggle with unexpected effects of frequent solar eruptions.
Another supermoon rises this month with July's 'Buck Moon' By Elizabeth Howell published 1 July 22 July's full moon will once again be a supermoon, reaching its perigee or closest point to our planet on July 13.
Where will NASA set up its moon base? By Leonard David published 1 July 22 Artemis Base Camp will be established in the moon's south polar region, in a to-be-determined spot that features plentiful sunlight, direct-to-Earth communications and good access to water ice.
A huge comet will make its closest approach to Earth in July. Here's how to watch it live. By Samantha Mathewson published 1 July 22 One of the farthest active comets ever spotted will make its closest approach to Earth on July 14, and here's how you can catch the action live.
Pictures from space! Our image of the day By Space.com Staff published 1 July 22 An experimental moon exploration robot called Scout is being tested in the moon-like terrain of Italy's Etna volcano.
US Space Force establishes new unit to track 'threats in orbit' By Brett Tingley published 30 June 22 The United States Space Force has activated a new unit that is tasked with providing "critical intelligence on threat systems, foreign intentions and activities in the space domain."
Satellite snaps gorgeous 4K selfie over Great Barrier Reef (video) By Elizabeth Howell published 30 June 22 A new spacecraft selfie shows the machine in glorious 4K resolution above Australia's Great Barrier Reef.
'E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial' at 40: Spielberg’s charming sci-fi classic still offers wonder today By Jeff Spry published 30 June 22 40 years ago director Steven Spielberg introduced audiences to a benevolent alien in "E.T" the Extra-Terrestrial
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope mission: Live updates By Space.com Staff published 30 June 22 Read the latest news about NASA's James Webb Space Telescope.
'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' episode 8 suffers from a clash of styles By Scott Snowden published 30 June 22 This episode marks a welcome return to Trademark Trek Tomfoolery.
Upcoming sci-fi TV shows for 2022 By Grace Dean published 30 June 22 From returning greats to brand new shows, these are the best upcoming sci-fi TV shows for 2022.
The 'faintest asteroid ever detected' won't hit Earth, months of observations show By Tereza Pultarova published 30 June 22 Astronomers have finally ruled out that one of the highest-risk asteroids seen in years will hit Earth in 2052.
India launches 3 satellites and an experimental orbiting platform By Mike Wall published 30 June 22 An Indian rocket launched three satellites and an experimental orbiting platform on Thursday (June 30).
Swarms of tiny robots may one day explore oceans on other worlds By Brett Tingley published 30 June 22 A NASA JPL concept aims to send tiny swimming robots to explore oceans on other planets and moons in our solar system.
Celestron telescope & binocular deals you can still get: Discounts & what's in stock By Gemma Lavender published 30 June 22 Deals Hunting for a discount on a Celestron telescope or binocular? Here's what's in stock.
Watch an Atlas V rocket launch a missile-warning satellite for the US military on Friday By Josh Dinner published 30 June 22 A United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket is scheduled to launch two satellites for the U.S. military on Friday (July 1), and you can watch the action live.
