NASA's X-59 jet takes 'flight' without leaving the ground | Space photo of the day for May 20, 2025
NASA’s X-59 quiet supersonic research aircraft is seen during its “aluminum bird” systems testing, verifying how its systems work together, respond to pilot inputs and handle injected failures.
House-size asteroid will pass between Earth and moon on May 21
The asteroid poses no threat to the moon or Earth.
The 100th woman in space: Emily Calandrelli talks about her Blue Origin flight and inspiring the next generation
As the 100th woman to travel to space, Calandrelli isn't just celebrating personal achievement — she's using her journey to inspire others and push the boundaries of STEM accessibility.
Why do dwarf galaxies line up? 'Zippers' and 'twisters' in the early universe may solve a galactic mystery
Structures known as "zippers" and "twisters" in the early universe may explain why dwarf galaxies tend to line up with each other, as well as hint at how dark matter operates in the universe.
'We don't know how bad it could get': Are we ready for the worst space weather?
Space weather forecasting doesn't yet command the same resources as Earth weather forecasting, even though the stakes are growing.
Did Predator just harpoon a plane out of the sky? Oh, count us in for 'Predator: Killer of Killers' after this latest trailer (video)
The first of 2025's two Predator movies is an animated anthology which is looking even bloodier and more action-packed in its second trailer.
Take a closer look at the moon and galaxies with the SkyMaster 15x70 binoculars from Celestron: Now only $76!
With a huge 15x magnification, these binoculars from Celestron will give you great views of star clusters and galaxies.
Has Polaris always been the North Star? How Earth's 26,000 year cycle changes the 'pole star'
Lets take a trip through time.
NASA names geomagnetic storm for 1st time, honoring a space weather scientist who died suddenly in 2024
NASA took the initiative to name Storm Gannon after a space weather scientist who died in 2024. This was the storm that sparked beautiful auroras across the globe that same year.
Moon mining machine: Interlune unveils helium-3 harvester prototype (photo)
Seattle startup Interlune's newly unveiled machine is designed to churn up 110 tons (100 metric tons) of moon dirt per hour to harvest helium-3, a fuel for future fusion reactors.
SpaceX gets updated Starship launch license but still awaits Flight 9 approval
The FAA has greenlit license modifications ahead of Flight 9 of SpaceX's Starship but has not yet approved the launch itself.
James Webb Space Telescope discovers an alien planetary system's icy edge
The presence of water-ice in the debris disk around a young star could have helped facilitate the growth and development of exoplanets.
Our galaxy's swirling gases and magnetic lines create cosmic artwork in new simulation
Scientists have developed a new computer model to explore the the interstellar medium, in turn generating stunning images that resemble abstract works of art.
Watch China’s private Ceres-1 rocket launch 4 satellites from a ship at sea (video)
The Chinese company Galactic Energy sent four satellites into orbit today (May 19) on the fifth sea launch of its Ceres-1 solid rocket.
Curious circles on Venus suggest its surface is still changing
A new study reveals fresh signs of geological activity on Venus — clues that the planet's mysterious surface is still changing today.
Portrait of a moon buggy | Space photo of the day for May 19, 2025
NASA's prototype for a lunar terrain vehicle (LTV) is seen lit in white and blue in an award-winning photograph.
Dark streaks on Mars may not come from water after all, scientists say
Satellite images of the Red Planet suggest scientists were wrong about these strange Martian features.
14,000 years ago, the most powerful solar storm ever recorded hit Earth. 'This event establishes a new worst-case scenario'
Scientists have found evidence of the most powerful storm in history, which hit Earth in 14,300 years ago. It would cause mayhem in today's technology-dependent world.
The moon reaches its half-lit final quarter phase this week: Here's what to expect
Time for a trip to Tycho Crater.
Mysterious white streak spotted over US skies during surprise aurora storm. What was it? (photos)
Skywatchers were left surprised, puzzled and awestruck by a mysterious streak of light slicing through the night sky.