Lion Nebula Roars to Life in Stunning New James Webb Space Telescope Images
NASA's Webb Telescope captures intricate details of planetary nebula NGC 2392, revealing the dying star's influence in infrared.
Aug 10, 20262 views
China's Long March 7A Explodes After Liftoff; Space Industry Sees Mixed Fortunes
A look at the Long March 7A failure and the broader landscape of recent rocket launches, from SpaceX to ULA to China's expanding fleet.
Aug 10, 20261 views
NASA's APOD Showcases Three Galaxy Pairs in a Single Frame
From interacting galaxy pairs to solar contemplation, the Astronomy Picture of the Day delivers a week of cosmic wonders.
Aug 10, 20261 views
FCC Approves Space Mirror Satellite Test, Sparking Outcry from Astronomers
Reflect Orbital's Eärendil-1 could pave the way for 50,000 orbital mirrors generating solar power at night, but experts warn of catastrophic light pollution and safety hazards.
Aug 10, 20261 views
Europe’s First Total Solar Eclipse Since 1999: August 12, 2026
A rare celestial spectacle crosses Greenland, Iceland, Portugal and Spain — with partial views across Europe and scientific missions chasing the corona.
Aug 9, 20261 views
Meteorite that Touched Down in New Jersey Holds Clues to Life's Origins
The rare alien rock contains ancient salty fluids and amino acids, offering a pristine snapshot of the early solar system.
Aug 9, 20260 views
SpaceX Rocket Slams Into the Moon, ICE DNA Collection Sparks Outrage, and More Science News
A week of high-impact stories: a wayward rocket's lunar crash, privacy concerns over ICE DNA collection, and new climate research on glaciers and woolly rhinos.
Aug 8, 20260 views
Comet Tempel 2 Sweeps Past Globular Cluster M30 in Stunning Celestial Encounter
NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day captures a rare close alignment between a periodic comet and a distant star cluster, offering a glimpse into the solar system's dynamics.
Aug 8, 20261 views
Sunlight Creates Quantum Entanglement Without Lasers, Paving Way for Energy-Efficient Quantum Tech
University of Ottawa and Max Planck researchers achieve quantum entanglement using natural sunlight, opening doors to simpler satellites and greener quantum computers.
Aug 8, 20261 views
Artemis Accelerates: NASA's Moon Program Hits Critical Milestones
NASA names Artemis III crew, delivers SLS core, tests lunar landers and dust mitigation as it aims for crewed lunar return.
Aug 7, 20260 views