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Renace el Observatorio Astronómico de Albuixech
La localidad recupera el espacio puesto en marcha por un grupo de vecinos en los años 80…
Astronomers may have found the first exomoon
NASA Astronaut Chris Williams Closes Out Space Station Mission
After eight months aboard the International Space Station for his first mission, NASA astronaut Chris Williams is preparing to return to Earth. During his…
Who is Anil Menon, the Indian-origin NASA astronaut of Malayali descent now in Earth orbit?
Discover the inspiring journey of Anil Menon, the first NASA astronaut of Malayali descent. Learn about his heritage, education, and historic ISS space mission.…
NASA astronaut Anil Menon, two others reach International Space Station
NASA astronaut Anil Menon and two cosmonauts successfully arrive at the International Space Station for an eight-month mission.…
“A star located about 1,300 light-years from Earth...
“A star located about 1,300 light-years from Earth shows signs of having devoured one of its planets — and is now gearing up for a second helping…” Scientists found signs of the me…
Rare Strawberry Moon shines over Lisbon
Video. The strawberry moon rises over Lisbon, drawing crowds to viewpoints across the city as locals and tourists watch the rare moon above the River Tagus.…
Aurora Australis
The aurora australis arcs over Earth during an active solar event in this photograph taken on June 5, 2026, from the International Space Station as it orbited 271 miles above the I…
Melbourne residents spot meteor streaking across night sky
A spectacular fireball was captured flashing over the Victorian capital overnight, stunning drivers as it zoomed across the sky.…
WA needle exchanges report 'astronomical' rise in peptide use
Needle exchanges in Western Australia are reporting dramatic increases in people accessing their services for peptide use.…
A 16th-Century Astronomer’s Warning to Modern Central Bankers
The basic science of the money supply hasn’t changed in the last half-century.…
NASA names 4 astronauts on the 'highly complex' Artemis III lunar training mission
The crew of four — NASA astronaut and commander Randy Bresnik, European Space Agency pilot Luca Parmitano, NASA mission specialists Frank Rubio and Andre Douglas — are scheduled to…
Venus and Jupiter cozy up in the night sky
Brightest planets will appear side by side on the evening of June 9, creating an arresting sight…
Astronauts return to ISS after sheltering during air leak repair attempt
Russian attempt to repair tunnel area sparks safe-haven procedure for five other astronauts onboard.…
NASA reverses evacuation alert order for astronauts aboard space station
WASHINGTON — A worsening air leak aboard the International Space Station prompted five astronauts to take shelter and prepare for evacuation for ro...…
Astronauts put under evacuation orders due to worsening leak on International Space Station: NASA
NASA said Friday astronauts at the International Space Station have been ordered to prepare for an evacuation due to a worsening air leak in Russia’s portion of the orbital laborat…
NASA tells astronauts to shelter in SpaceX Dragon due to new ISS leaks
The space agency says Roscosmos has discovered new leaks in the Russian service module that it is trying to repair.…
Moon phase today: What the Moon will look like on June 5
Do you know what you can see on the Moon?…
Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 70AZ review
We put the Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 70AZ to the test — here's what you can actually see as a beginner.…
This cosmic map of magnetic fields could help illuminate one of the universe’s most mysterious forces
Light from nearly 4m galaxies measured as it twisted and travelled through intergalactic space Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , …
Hong Kong’s first astronaut success is also a story of youth potential
Hongkongers and the city’s universities can play a meaningful role in China’s space programme. The sky is not the limit.…
Rare meteorite linked to a doomed planet in solar system’s past
The space rock was discovered in the sands of the Sahara desert.…
Journey to the Center of the Virgo Cluster
The focus of this NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope image released on May 29, 2026, is an active spiral galaxy on a journey…
Venus will disappear behind the Moon in a rare June sky event
June's night sky delivers several must-see events, starting with a close encounter between Venus and Jupiter after sunset. Mercury joins the pair to form a rare three-planet l…
Jupiter Flings Particles to Nearly the Speed of Light. The Weird Part Is How
Scientists are increasingly using our solar system as a natural laboratory for studying extreme phenomena.…
Astronomers Accidentally Uncover Magnetic Fields on Alien Worlds That May Help Protect Their Atmospheres
Learn how measuring wind speeds on Jupiter-like exoplanets gave clues on the presence of magnetic fields, a feature not all planets have.…
Scientists map universe’s invisible force to show sky as you’ve never seen it
Australian researchers have created the biggest and most detailed image of a colossal cosmic mystery.…
Get the legendary Celestron NexStar 8SE telescope at its lowest price of the year in this early Amazon Prime Day deal
Our telescope expert chose the Celestron NexStar 8SE as our best overall telescope, and now, with $200 off, it makes this versatile telescope a value for money purchase ahead of Pr…
The American Revolution’s Overlooked Influence? Physics. How 'Common Sense' Spelled Out Astronomical Expectations for a New Nation
The manifesto leaned heavily on Isaac Newton’s theories in making a case for independence, and fellow founders drew on the notion to build a new system of government…
Astronomers uncover statistical evidence for recoiling supermassive black holes
How to Find a Blue Moon Using Panchang JSON
How to Find a Blue Moon Using Panchang JSON A Blue Moon is often misunderstood. It does not usually...…
'Totally counterintuitive': Scientists accidentally discover magnetic fields around 7 distant planets, opening new window in the search for life
In an astronomical first, researchers have measured the magnetic fields of 7 "hot Jupiter" planets beyond our solar system — adding new clues in the search for alien life.…
Moon phase today: What the Moon will look like on June 3
The Moon isn't full, but most of it is still illuminated.…
British Paralympian could be first astronaut with physical disability to live in orbit
John McFall prepares for mission to Haven-1 space station after UK Space Agency signs deal with US startup Vast A British Paralympian and surgeon could become the first person with…
What is a Blue Moon? Why the May full moon is so rare.
Do they really happen "once in a Blue Moon?”…
Cheesecake, panna cotta, chocolate fondant: When olive oil finds its way into dessert
Praised for its flavor, texture and keeping qualities, this nectar – whether green, ripe or matured – is increasingly being used by chefs and bakers in their sweet creations.…
The only Blue Moon of 2026 rises this weekend — here’s how to get the best view of the ‘micromoon’
The night sky this weekend is set aglow with this year’s only Blue Full Moon.…
The Science Behind 'Project Hail Mary'
Is Tau Ceti a real star? Is there a rocky exoplanet called Erid? How long can astronauts stay in space? Are there microbes on other planets? NASA has answers, shedding light on the…
Was gastronomical cannibalism practised in precolonial Africa?
The Blue Micromoon Rises in Sunday’s Early Skies
The second full moon of May will look smaller and dimmer than usual.…
Blue Moon 2026: An extremely rare micromoon rises tonight
A rare Blue Moon, the second full moon in May, will also be a "micromoon" near its farthest point from Earth.…
A trip to the United Arab Emirates' darkest spot reveals a rare view of the Milky Way
The gleaming skyscrapers and brights lights of the United Arab Emirates draw the eyes of all who travel here…
What is a blue micromoon and when is the best time to see it this weekend?
A blue micromoon is a rare spectacle, though it’s not as blue or as micro as you might imagine…
May Full Moon 2026: See the Blue Moon
This month's full moon is the Blue Moon.…
Moon phase today: What the Moon will look like on May 30
The Full Moon is tomorrow.…
This weekend's blue moon is also a micromoon (but won't be blue and isn't smaller)
This weekend's Blue Moon, the second full moon in one month, is also a micromoon, because it is at the moon's apogee, the furthest point from Earth in its orbit.……
NASA reveals more on its moon base plans — and it seems the astronauts might have to assemble it all themselves, like a load of IKEA furniture
Astronauts may soon build Moon base pieces after NASA unveils missions’ contracts and commercial partnerships for lunar expansion…
Red Dwarf Stars May Devour Rocky Planets, Showing Unexpected Lithium Levels
Learn how unexpected traces of lithium in red dwarf stars could point to them eating Earth-like planets.…
NASA Hosts SpaceX Crew-11 Astronauts for Public Event at Headquarters
NASA will host a public event featuring three crew members from the agency’s SpaceX Crew-11 mission at 11 a.m. EDT Monday, June 1. The event, which takes…
How to Best See This Weekend’s Rare Blue Micromoon
The celestial event isn't expected to occur again for more than 25 years.…
Hubble Spies Faint Irregular Galaxy
This NASA Hubble Space Telescope image released on May 27, 2026, features the dwarf irregular galaxy ESO 490-017, roughly 12,000 light-years in…
Three astronauts from China return to Earth after nearly 7 months in space, a record for a Chinese crew
'I would never have guessed it': Unexpected effect is squeezing Mars' atmosphere like toothpaste, experts say
Researchers have uncovered an unexpected phenomenon, dubbed the Zwan-Wolf effect, squeezing plasma "like toothpaste" in Mars' upper atmosphere. This effect, which also happens on E…
20,000 Eyes on the Universe
We live in a golden age of astronomical imaging. Telescopes are capturing billions of galaxy images, painting the universe in breathtaking detail. But there's a problem, and it's a…
Look up for a blue moon on May 31
Turns out, 'once in a blue moon' is right now.…
Europa may not vent water into space after all
The debate could reopen in 2030 when NASA’s Europa Clipper spacecraft gets the closest view of the icy moon’s surface.…
Chinese astronauts land safely in former top secret nuclear missile test site
Shenzhou-21 trio touch down at Dongfeng landing site, now a hub for crewed space missions and commercial aerospace launches.…
Scientists caught stars eating their young planets because of this clue
Here's what they left at the crime scene.…
Moon phase today: What the Moon will look like on May 29
The Moon isn't quite full yet.…
Cosmic Dust Around Young Stars Could Reveal How to Weigh Newborn Planets
Learn more about the new method astronomers are using to help estimate newborn planets' masses based on dust rings.…