NASA spacecraft set for second close encounter with the sun—what it hopes to learn
NASA’s Parker Solar Probe is set for another close brush with the sun, reaching record speeds of 430,000 mph as it flies through the solar atmosphere. Scientists hope the mission will reveal new insights about the sun’s corona and the solar wind.
NASA's long-overdue astronauts return to Earth
Two astronauts, who spent more than nine months in orbit after a bungled Boeing test flight, have finally said goodbye to their orbiting home.
SpaceX capsule delivers NASA astronaut replacements to ISS
A SpaceX crew capsule arrived at the International Space Station on Sunday, delivering replacements for NASA’s two stuck astronauts.
Photos: Lunar lander gets rare view of eclipse from the moon
While Earthlings were watching the moon turn blood red during Friday morning’s lunar eclipse, a robotic lander on the moon was looking back and getting a very different – and very rare – view.
NASA, SpaceX Crew 10 rocket launch: How to watch live, stream
NASA and SpaceX are preparing to launch four astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS) on Friday night from Florida.
NASA SpaceX Crew-10 mission scrubbed: Here's the next launch opportunity
NASA’s SpaceX Crew-10 is now targeting no earlier than 7:03 p.m. EDT on Friday, March 14, to launch four crew members to the International Space Station.
SpaceX astronaut launch scrubbed due to technical issue
Two astronauts – whose one-week trip to the space station turned into a nine-month-long politically charged saga – will be spending at least one more day in space.
When and where to watch total lunar eclipse on March 13 in metro Atlanta
Stargazers and moon lovers across the Southern United States are in for a celestial treat as North America’s first Blood Moon eclipse since 2022 will occur on the evening of March 13.
Where storms could spoil total lunar eclipse Thursday night
The Moon will appear to glow "blood red" on Thursday night and into Friday morning during the total lunar eclipse.
Launch this week clears way for Starliner astronauts to return home 9 months later than planned
NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore arrived on the space station in June on Boeing Starliner, but Starliner returned to Earth without its crew.
Space Force's mysterious X-37B plane returns to Earth after 434 days in orbit
The unmanned Boeing-made plane landed safely at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.
Blood Moon total lunar eclipse happens next week. Here's how you can see it
Unlike a solar eclipse, a total lunar eclipse can be viewed with the naked eye.
Athena lunar lander declared dead after landing sideways
Athena, the private lunar lander that touched down on the moon Thursday, has been declared dead.
Intuitive Machines' second moon lander touches down but could be on its side – again
Another historic U.S. robotic moon landing happened Thursday, but whether the lander is sitting upright on the surface remains unclear.
US stops sharing global air quality data, raising concerns among scientists
The US government will stop sharing air quality data from its embassies and consulates, citing funding cuts. Scientists warn the move will hinder global air pollution research and leave many nations without reliable data.
SpaceX Starship's 8th test flight scrubbed
On Monday, SpaceX called off its attempt to launch Starship’s 8th test flight.
Blue Ghost lunar lander touches down on moon for NASA delivery
Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost lander aced a touchdown on the moon Sunday to deliver experiments and supplies for NASA.
Here are the women taking Blue Origin's star-studded all-female space flight
The crew will launch into space for this historic flight on Blue Origin’s New Shephard rocket.
Earth is in the clear: Asteroid 2024 YR4 impact chances drop to nearly zero
Earthlings can keep their plans seven years from now after scientists have officially declared Asteroid 2024 YR4 is not a threat to our planet.
Rare 7-planet parade happens this week. Here's how you can see it
The best time to see the planets will be shortly after sunset on Friday.