Yes, Jupiter has lightning, and it's greenYes, Jupiter has lightning, and it's green
Yes, Jupiter has lightning, and it's greenHow Jupiter's lightning looks and how it is created is vastly different than it is on Earth.
Space
NASA discovers crucial element for life on one of Saturn's moonsNASA discovers crucial element for life on one of Saturn's moons
NASA discovers crucial element for life on one of Saturn's moonsIt was called "stunning" for the world of astrobiology that a key building block for DNA and RNA could be found on one of Saturn's 124 moons.
Asteroids as big as a bridge and a building to pass Earth this weekAsteroids as big as a bridge and a building to pass Earth this week
Asteroids as big as a bridge and a building to pass Earth this weekMultiple large asteroids are passing by Earth this week, with one deemed "potentially hazardous."
You can watch the first livestream from Mars FridayYou can watch the first livestream from Mars Friday
You can watch the first livestream from Mars FridayThe mission is being conducted in celebration of the 20-year anniversary of the launch of the Mars Express.
How to see the full 'strawberry moon' in JuneHow to see the full 'strawberry moon' in June
How to see the full 'strawberry moon' in JuneJune also brings a good opportunity to see Venus in the night sky.
| Simplemost and Marie Rossiter
North Korea's spy satellite launch fails, plunging rocket into oceanNorth Korea's spy satellite launch fails, plunging rocket into ocean
North Korea's spy satellite launch fails, plunging rocket into oceanNorth Korea wants to be able to observe joint drills the U.S. holds with South Korea. it plans to attempt a second launch soon.
China plans to land astronauts on moon before 2030China plans to land astronauts on moon before 2030
China plans to land astronauts on moon before 2030China will also expand its orbiting space station and bring on foreign partners.
NASA awards new lunar landing contracts to Blue OriginNASA awards new lunar landing contracts to Blue Origin
NASA awards new lunar landing contracts to Blue OriginBlue Origin will get $3.4 billion to develop reusable lunar landing stages.
Scientists confirm meteorite struck New Jersey homeScientists confirm meteorite struck New Jersey home
Scientists confirm meteorite struck New Jersey homeScientists have confirmed that a rock that fell through the roof of a New Jersey home is a 4.5-billion-year-old meteorite.
Suspected meteorite strikes New Jersey homeSuspected meteorite strikes New Jersey home
Suspected meteorite strikes New Jersey homeA suspected meteorite crashed into an occupied New Jersey home. Authorities believe it was from an annual meteor shower.
Weekend astronomical events highlighted by meteor showerWeekend astronomical events highlighted by meteor shower
Weekend astronomical events highlighted by meteor showerThe Aquariids can be seen this weekend throughout the U.S. in the predawn hours in the southeast sky.
Environment groups sue FAA over SpaceX's explosive test launchEnvironment groups sue FAA over SpaceX's explosive test launch
Environment groups sue FAA over SpaceX's explosive test launchEnvironmental and animal rights groups say the FAA didn't do enough to understand the impacts of SpaceX's test launches.
China's Mars mission finds potential evidence of ancient waterChina's Mars mission finds potential evidence of ancient water
China's Mars mission finds potential evidence of ancient waterChina's rover found sand dune features that scientists say were most likely caused by water at one time.
Japanese moon mission probably ended in lunar crash, company saysJapanese moon mission probably ended in lunar crash, company says
Japanese moon mission probably ended in lunar crash, company saysThe Japanese company ispace said its craft was 33 feet away from landing on the moon when it lost contact. The company said it might have crashed.
Eclipse chasers flock to remote Australian town to view 'Ring of Fire'Eclipse chasers flock to remote Australian town to view 'Ring of Fire'
Eclipse chasers flock to remote Australian town to view 'Ring of Fire'The small coastal town of Exmouth, Australia, welcomed about 20,000 tourists Thursday to view the rare celestial event.
SpaceX's Starship rocket explodes minutes into flightSpaceX's Starship rocket explodes minutes into flight
SpaceX's Starship rocket explodes minutes into flightNo humans or satellites were on the test flight.
Richard Branson's Virgin Orbit space company files for bankruptcyRichard Branson's Virgin Orbit space company files for bankruptcy
Richard Branson's Virgin Orbit space company files for bankruptcyThe California-based satellite launch company has set a May 14 bid deadline for interested buyers.
Is it a UFO or just an aircraft? An expert explains on Capitol HillIs it a UFO or just an aircraft? An expert explains on Capitol Hill
Is it a UFO or just an aircraft? An expert explains on Capitol HillAn official said the division examining UAPs is looking into 650 instances, but "no credible evidence" has been found of extraterrestrial activity.
Earth is about to have the rarest of solar eclipsesEarth is about to have the rarest of solar eclipses
Earth is about to have the rarest of solar eclipsesThere are typically two solar eclipses every year, and Thursday's solar eclipse is the first of its kind in a decade.
660-pound NASA satellite RHESSI to crash into Earth Wednesday night660-pound NASA satellite RHESSI to crash into Earth Wednesday night
660-pound NASA satellite RHESSI to crash into Earth Wednesday nightRHESSI has been in orbit since 2002 but was retired in 2018 after its communications failed.
SpaceX scrubs launch of Starship rocketSpaceX scrubs launch of Starship rocket
SpaceX scrubs launch of Starship rocketSpaceX delayed the launch of its Starship rocket on Monday. Elon Musk said there was an issue with a pressurant valve.
SpaceX plans test flight of its powerful Starship rocket on MondaySpaceX plans test flight of its powerful Starship rocket on Monday
SpaceX plans test flight of its powerful Starship rocket on MondayFollowing the FAA's approval, Elon Musk tweeted "Success maybe, excitement guaranteed!"
JUICE is loose: European space probe embarks for Jupiter's icy moonsJUICE is loose: European space probe embarks for Jupiter's icy moons
JUICE is loose: European space probe embarks for Jupiter's icy moonsJUICE, short for Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer, will study three of the planet’s largest moons and the massive oceans buried beneath their surfaces.
Why does the JUICE space probe need such delicate timing?Why does the JUICE space probe need such delicate timing?
Why does the JUICE space probe need such delicate timing?Mission planners had a one-second window to launch their latest space probe.
First image of a black hole gets a makeover with AIFirst image of a black hole gets a makeover with AI
First image of a black hole gets a makeover with AIThe image released in 2019 gave a peek at the enormous black hole at the center of the M87 galaxy, but AI has given it a touch-up.
If you can find a meteorite, you'll get a $25,000 rewardIf you can find a meteorite, you'll get a $25,000 reward
If you can find a meteorite, you'll get a $25,000 rewardCan you find a meteorite that fell in Maine? NASA offers tips that could help make you $25,000 richer.
See the Lyrid meteor shower streak across the night skySee the Lyrid meteor shower streak across the night sky
See the Lyrid meteor shower streak across the night skyThe annual Lyrid meteor shower begins April 15.
NASA names astronauts for Artemis II moon missionNASA names astronauts for Artemis II moon mission
NASA names astronauts for Artemis II moon missionThe four-member crew of NASA's Artemis II mission, which will attempt to fly around the moon, includes three men and one woman.
| AP via Scripps News and John Mone
Rural communities tap into 'space economy'Rural communities tap into 'space economy'
Rural communities tap into 'space economy'Scripps News visits Triadelphia, West Virginia, a small town of just over 600 people, where carbon foam is manufactured for the aerospace industry.
Private space stations take shape amid new space exploration eraPrivate space stations take shape amid new space exploration era
Private space stations take shape amid new space exploration eraThe Keystone Space Collaborative's latest effort could be game-changing, as it partners with Sierra Space to construct a private space station.
