Northern lights observed and could continue into the weekendA coronal hole high-speed stream caused the northern lights to be visible in parts of the U.S., but could cause some issues with the power grid.
When you'll be able to see 5 planets align in the night skyFive planets — Jupiter, Mercury, Venus, Uranus and Mars — will align on the evening of March 28.
Where 2 upcoming solar eclipses can be seen in the USNew NASA maps show who will have the best view of two major solar eclipse events in the next 13 months.
Asteroid to come between Earth and moon this weekendThe asteroid is estimated to be the size of a hockey rink, making it a relatively large near-Earth object.
Streaks of light likely caused by falling satelliteA scientist explains what caused streaks of light to fly across the night sky over California.
NASA to study radio signals from far side of the moonNASA wants to listen in on radio signals from the far side of the moon, which never faces us here on Earth.
Four astronauts fly SpaceX back home, end 5-month missionTheir capsule splashed down in the Gulf of Mexico just off the Florida coast near Tampa.
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NASA monitoring possible Earth-bound asteroid for 2046The small asteroid is more likely than not to miss the Earth, but its impact would be comparable to a notable 1908 event.
The best time to see the Worm Moon, March’s full moonThe moon is officially full early on Tuesday, March 7, at exactly 7:40 a.m. EST.
For night sky watchers, March is full of celestial wondersHere's when you'll want to look up to see the worm moon, planetary alignments, Messier objects, Saturn and other astronomical events.
Scientists are trying to create a lunar time zoneScientists are exploring a standard moon time so computers, programs, systems, vehicles and rockets can operate together for maximum precision.
New crew from US, Russia and UAE arrives at space stationSpaceX flight controllers in California scrambled to come up with a software fix, as the capsule remained 65 feet from the station.
'Absolutely unreal': Astronaut witnesses aurora from spaceMillions on the ground witnessed the aurora borealis, otherwise known as the northern lights. The impressive display was also seen from space.
NASA scrubs launch to ISS minutes before liftoffFour astronauts are expected to spend up to six months on board the International Space Station, but their visit will be delayed.
How have nations militarized space?U.S. officials say an increased military presence outside of Earth could put those tools at risk.
SpaceX receives pushback from Texas residents for testing rocketsSince 2014 SpaceX has made Boca Chica Beach in Brownsville, Texas, home. From there it tests rockets and launches them into space.
Hours after being observed in space, asteroid slams into EarthThe object, Sar2667, entered the Earth’s atmosphere early Monday morning over the English Channel.
Mount Washington to reach wind chills of -100F, as cold as MarsThe Mars Curiosity rover has recorded nighttime temperatures in recent days of 105 degrees below zero. Temperatures don't often get that low on Earth.
Researchers asking for public's help to create 'map of the universe'A team of researchers is compiling the public's answers on certain space images to classify galaxies and stars.
First Native American woman in space talks to reservation's studentsStudents on the Flathead Indian Reservation asked Nicole Mann questions as she was aboard the International Space Station.
Here’s how our planetary defense system worksNASA has been funding search programs to observe the night sky in order to discover as many asteroids as possible.
Watch the world’s biggest plane land after a test flightThe plane, with its two fuselages and 385-foot wingspan, soared for six hours straight, reaching an altitude of 22,500 feet.
Comet not seen in 50,000 years to pass by Earth. Here's how to watch:Comet C/2022 E3 (ZTF) is forecasted to be the brightest from January 31 to February 1. Experts say it will be most visible just before dawn.
NASA finds planet 100 light-years away that could be like EarthTOI 700 e is an Earth-size world that orbits in its star's habitable zone, which means the planet's temperature could allow for water to be liquid.
NASA says a bright green comet will appear in the night sky ThursdayA bright green comet will make its first pass in its likely only appearance in recorded history.
2022 Year In Review: SpaceThis year in space includes NASA's Artemis launch, new James Webb Space Telescope images and a historic mission crashing into an asteroid.
NASA's Orion Capsule Blazes Home From Test Flight To MoonThe mission should clear the way for astronauts on the program’s next lunar flyby, set for 2024.
How Can Earth Avoid An Asteroid Strike?If a meteor actually hits Earth, it's called a meteorite. As many as 30 pebble-size ones strike the planet each day.
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NASA's Orion Capsule Buzzes Moon, Last Big Step Before Lunar OrbitNASA managers said they were delighted with the progress of the mission.
NASA's Mightiest Moon Rocket Lifts Off 50 Years After ApolloIf all goes well during the three-week flight, the capsule will be propelled into an orbit around the moon and then return to Earth in December.
