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Astronomy

Astroparticle physicist proposes to build an observatory on the Moon’s South Pole—here's why

Astroparticle physicist proposes to build an observatory on the Moon’s South Pole—here's why
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Humans can make a round trip to Mars within 153 days, new study reveals
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Artemis III SLS core stage arrives at Kennedy Space Center as Artemis II spacecraft undergoes study

Artemis III SLS core stage arrives at Kennedy Space Center as Artemis II spacecraft undergoes study
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Skywatching

The Lyrid meteor shower will peak later this month: Here's all you need to know

The Lyrid meteor shower will peak later this month: Here's all you need to know
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Videos

Second-last Moonwalker Harrison Schmitt says working on the lunar surface is " very easy" 0:05

Second-last Moonwalker Harrison Schmitt says working on the lunar surface is " very easy"
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Artemis III SLS core stage arrival at Kennedy Space Center 0:25

Artemis III SLS core stage arrival at Kennedy Space Center
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Astronauts aboard the ISS just pulled off a zero-gravity feast
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Deep Sky Objects

Where do gas clouds feeding the Milky Way's black hole come from? Scientists may have solved the mystery

Where do gas clouds feeding the Milky Way's black hole come from? Scientists may have solved the mystery
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Tiny satellite galaxies orbiting the Milky Way could reveal the 'climate' of the early universe

Tiny satellite galaxies orbiting the Milky Way could reveal the 'climate' of the early universe
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Rare twin quasars caught merging in early universe—they are connected by a cosmic gas bridge

Rare twin quasars caught merging in early universe—they are connected by a cosmic gas bridge
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Humans can reach Alpha Centauri within lifetime by boarding a light-powered spacecraft

Humans can reach Alpha Centauri within lifetime by boarding a light-powered spacecraft
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NASA Curiosity rover detects new organic compounds, strengthening case for Mars’ past habitability

NASA Curiosity rover detects new organic compounds, strengthening case for Mars’ past habitability
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Scientists may have finally found where stars stop forming in the Milky Way's disc

Scientists may have finally found where stars stop forming in the Milky Way's disc
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Today's Moon Phase

Today's Moon phase in Los Angeles

Today's Moon phase in Los Angeles
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Today's Moon phase in Indianapolis

Today's Moon phase in Indianapolis
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Today's Moon phase in Salt Lake City

Today's Moon phase in Salt Lake City
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Scientists turn lunar dust from a threat into a building material for Moon bases
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Russian cargo spacecraft Progress 95 arrives at ISS with 3 tons of food, fuel and supplies

Russian cargo spacecraft Progress 95 arrives at ISS with 3 tons of food, fuel and supplies
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Artemis II crew's Nikon Z9 camera was bombarded with heavy ions on Earth before it flew to space

Artemis II crew's Nikon Z9 camera was bombarded with heavy ions on Earth before it flew to space
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China launches Pakistan satellite into orbit, expands international ties amid Moon race with U.S.

China launches Pakistan satellite into orbit, expands international ties amid Moon race with U.S.
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Tiny satellite galaxies orbiting the Milky Way could reveal the 'climate' of the early universe
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Rare twin quasars caught merging in early universe—they are connected by a cosmic gas bridge
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Constellation

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Constellations with the most visibility in January 2026: Easy viewing tips
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The Summer Triangle is visible in the autumn sky: Here's everything you need to know

The Summer Triangle is visible in the autumn sky: Here's everything you need to know
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Don't miss the moon glowing beside bright star Antares in constellation Scorpius on October 24
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SPACEFLIGHT

  1. Artemis III SLS core stage arrives at Kennedy Space Center as Artemis II spacecraft undergoes study
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  2. NASA's Lunar Gateway controversy grows as module manufacturer downplays Isaacman's corrosion claims
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  3. Russian cargo spacecraft Progress 95 arrives at ISS with 3 tons of food, fuel and supplies
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  4. China launches Pakistan satellite into orbit, expands international ties amid Moon race with U.S.
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  5. SpaceX's Falcon Heavy returns after 18 months to launch ViaSat-3 mission today—how to watch it live
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MOST READ

  1. Humans can reach Alpha Centauri within lifetime by boarding a light-powered spacecraft

    Humans can reach Alpha Centauri within lifetime by boarding a light-powered spacecraft

  2. NASA Curiosity rover detects new organic compounds, strengthening case for Mars’ past habitability

    NASA Curiosity rover detects new organic compounds, strengthening case for Mars’ past habitability

  3. Artemis II heat shield vs Artemis I: NASA's initial assessment shows marked improvement

  4. SpaceX's Falcon Heavy returns after 18 months to launch ViaSat-3 mission today—how to watch it live

Instruments

Artemis II crew's Nikon Z9 camera was bombarded with heavy ions on Earth before it flew to space

Artemis II crew's Nikon Z9 camera was bombarded with heavy ions on Earth before it flew to space
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Earth day 2026: How satellites are tracking environmental change and helping vulnerable communities

Earth day 2026: How satellites are tracking environmental change and helping vulnerable communities
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NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope to launch in September; will work 1,000x faster than Hubble
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