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SpaceX launches human remains, reentry capsules and more on Transporter 14 rideshare mission
By Mike Wall published
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.

'Nothing short of spectacular': ESA's Biomass satellite releases 1st views of Earth from orbit (photos)
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
New images from ESA's Biomass satellite reveal forests, volcanoes, deserts and glaciers in striking detail, hinting at what's still to come.

Former NASA astronaut Terry Virts announces campaign for Texas Senate seat
By Josh Dinner published
Former NASA astronaut Terry Virts is running for a U.S. Senate seat in Texas.

'Star Trek' actor William Shatner and astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson's space bromance takes off in new 'The Universe Is Absurd' show
By Sharmila Kuthunur published
"The word 'absurd,' in our everyday language, is crazy, stupid. But absurd can also mean outlandishly true."

The Lego Marvel Team Spidey Web Spinner Headquarters, one of the best Lego Marvel sets available, is now at its lowest prices pre-Amazon Prime Day
By Alexander Cox published
Deals One of the best Lego Marvel sets, the Team Spidey Web Spinner Headquarters set, is ideal for young fans and is now 20% off ahead of Amazon Prime Day.

The Rubin Observatory found 2,104 asteroids in just a few days. It could soon find millions more
By Monisha Ravisetti published
The Rubin Observatory released its first magnificent images of the cosmos on Monday (June 23) — and included a special asteroid bonus.

Rocket launch today: Is there a rocket launch and what time?
By Josh Dinner, Tariq Malik last updated
Follow Space.com's rocket launch blog for the latest on when the next rocket launch will be and how to follow it live.

Vera C Rubin Observatory reveals 1st stunning images of the cosmos. Scientists are 'beyond excited about what's coming'
By Robert Lea published
The Vera C. Rubin Observatory has released its first images, providing a staggering glimpse at the observing power it will unleash when it begins its decade-long survey.

A failed Soviet Venus probe from the '70s crashed to Earth in May — why was it so hard to track?
By Leonard David published
"Being off even a little bit represents hundreds or thousands of kilometers in distance on the surface of the Earth."

'Halloween', 'Silent Hill' & 'Resident Evil among the horror franchises that influenced Flying Lotus' psychedelic sci-fi thriller 'Ash' (exclusive)
By Jeff Spry published
As 'Ash' joins horror streaming platform Shudder, we talked to Grammy-winning musician and filmmaker Flying Lotus on crafting his Lovecraftian sci-fi thriller.
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