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Astronomers find interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS hiding in images taken before its official discovery

By Keith Cooper published 16 May 26

If the new Vera C. Rubin Observatory had begun its science validation phase a few weeks earlier, it might have been up and running in time to discover 3I/ATLAS first.

SpaceX launches 6,500 pounds of cargo to the International Space Station after delay (video)

By Mike Wall last updated 15 May 26

SpaceX launched its Dragon cargo capsule to the International Space Station today (May 15) after a weather delay, sending 6,500 pounds of supplies to orbit.

The devil may wear Prada on Earth, but NASA Artemis astronauts will on the moon. Here's why.

By Joanna Thompson published 15 May 26

What the devil does the fashion industry in The Devil Wears Prada 2 have to do with NASA?

'Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes' is a relentlessly oppressive roguelite inspired by FTL

By Fran Ruiz published 15 May 26

The Cylons are hot on the trail of a fleet of survivors, and rejoining the Battlestar Galactica is their only hope in this brutal roguelite.

The Canon EOS R5 Mark II is our choice as the best-resolution Canon camera – it's perfect for astrophotography and is $501 off in this Walmart deal

By Paul Brett published 15 May 26

Deals Expert tester James Abbott rated the R5 Mark II with a flawless review, it produces impressive astrophotography and is a brilliant all-round mirrorless powerhouse, now at its best-ever price

Best telescopes 2026: View planets, stars and galaxies

By Gemma Lavender last updated 15 May 26

Buying Guide These are the best telescopes for stargazing, with top models from Celestron, Unistellar and ZWO. Grab one for the Blue Moon on May 31.

Mars orbiter captures striking images of 'chaos and craters' carved by ancient floods

By Samantha Mathewson published 15 May 26

ESA's Mars Express orbiter captured dramatic new views of a rugged Martian landscape shaped by catastrophic floods billions of years ago.

Auroras over Australia look like sci-fi from space | Space photo of the day for May 15, 2026

By Chelsea Gohd published 15 May 26

An astronaut aboard the ISS captured the brilliant green and pink glow.

James Webb Space Telescope maps our universe's largest structure in unprecedented detail

By Robert Lea published 15 May 26

Using the James Webb Space Telescope, astronomers have mapped the "cosmic web" of galaxies, the largest structure in the universe, with unprecedented detail.

4 bright stars form a giant 'diamond' in the May night sky: Here's how to find it

By Joe Rao published 15 May 26

Look for the Great Diamond of Spring in May's night sky and discover the rich realm of galaxies within.