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SpaceX fires up next-gen 'Version 3' Starship ahead of landmark May test flight (photos)
SpaceX just conducted the first full-duration static fire test with the upper stage of its 'V3' Starship, clearing a big hurdle on its path to launch, which is expected next month.
4/15/2026, 2:00:00 PM PDT
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How do supergiant exoplanets form? James Webb Space Telescope finds a clue
Using the James Webb Space Telescope, astronomers have investigated the giant exoplanet 29 Cygni b — work that could clarify the line between planets and stars.
4/15/2026, 1:00:00 PM PDT
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Space combat was 'critical to mission success' in US war in Iran, Space Force chief says
The head of the U.S. Space Force said the United States' ongoing war in Iran shows the service has become a fully "combat credible" force.
4/15/2026, 12:00:00 PM PDT
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The 7 best sci-fi movie soundtracks of all time
From "The Matrix" to "Tron: Legacy," these sweet sci-fi soundtracks are perfect for serious audio aficionados.
4/15/2026, 11:28:49 AM PDT
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NASA astronauts joke around with an optical illusion on the ISS | Space photo of the day for April 15, 2026
Two NASA astronauts had some fun during the ISS' capture of a robotic cargo spacecraft on April 13, pretending to hold onto it from into the station.
4/15/2026, 10:06:49 AM PDT
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Fly higher and longer for less with $120 off this sub-9-ounce Potensic Atom 2 drone
Want to make the most of the long spring and summer days? Take to the air with 25% off this Potensic Atom 2 drone, complete with three batteries for an hour-and-a-half of flight time.
4/15/2026, 10:00:00 AM PDT
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A dark energy tool just created the most comprehensive 3D map of our universe ever: 'This is a major paradigm shift'
The Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument has completed its five-year mission to build the most comprehensive 3D map of the universe to date — but its exploration of the universe continues.
4/15/2026, 9:25:57 AM PDT
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Interstellar invader 3I/ATLAS is spraying tons of water into space every second. Jupiter-bound spacecraft JUICE discovers
The Jupiter-bound spacecraft JUICE spotted the interstellar invader comet 3I/ATLAS spraying enough water into space to fill 70 swimming pools a day.
4/15/2026, 9:00:00 AM PDT
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Go behind the scenes of NASA's Artemis 2 moon mission with NOVA's 'Return to the Moon' documentary tonight (interview)
The new Artemis 2 NOVA documentary "Return to the Moon" will air on PBS Wednesday (April 15) to offer a behind-the-scenes look at the moon mission.
4/15/2026, 8:00:00 AM PDT
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Solar wind travels up to 4 times faster than expected, eclipse spacecraft reveals
"In the inner corona, a region very difficult to observe, we saw slow solar wind gusts moving three to four times faster than expected."
4/15/2026, 6:00:00 AM PDT
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See Comet PanSTARRS glow above a false dawn in stunning new photo
The comet is already visible to the naked eye ahead of its perihelion passage on April 19.
4/15/2026, 5:00:00 AM PDT
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A worst-case solar storm could trigger panic buying and public unrest, report warns
Scientists warn that extreme space weather could influence human behavior, from panic buying to protests and misinformation.
4/15/2026, 3:00:00 AM PDT
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SpaceX launches two Starlink satellite groups 19 hours apart
SpaceX launched two Falcon 9 rockets 19 hours apart, both carrying batches of Starlink satellites. The liftoffs took place from Florida and California on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 (by local time zone).
4/14/2026, 10:35:41 PM PDT
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The 10 best Stargate SG-1 episodes, ranked
Chevron seven, locked!
4/14/2026, 1:00:00 PM PDT
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Scientists use rare 'Einstein Cross' to learn about young galaxy with surprisingly old stars
"The discovery of this exceptional object has allowed us to accurately study the nature of the stars at the center of an elliptical galaxy in a remote era of the universe, when the galaxy was still young."
4/14/2026, 8:00:00 AM PDT
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This Artemis 2 astronaut really loves Rise | Space photo of the day for April 14, 2026
"Rise Wiseman" might be the most beloved mission mascot in history.
4/14/2026, 7:23:02 AM PDT
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The Lyrids are coming! How I watch meteor showers from the middle of a city
A little patience, luck and a well-placed camera can still deliver a dazzling fireball — even from a city.
4/14/2026, 6:00:00 AM PDT
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Artemis 2 calling ISS! Watch the farthest-ever astronaut call from the moon to Earth (video)
Astronauts aboard Artemis 2 and the ISS connected across a record-breaking Earth–moon distance in the farthest crew call ever made in space.
4/14/2026, 5:00:00 AM PDT
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The moon's oldest and darkest craters could be hiding the most water ice. That's good news for future astronauts
New research shows that craters near the moon's south pole that have been in permanent shadow the longest are more likely to contain the most water ice.
4/14/2026, 3:00:00 AM PDT
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Sci-fi stories never really end anymore, and that's a problem
It just goes on and on, my friends.
4/13/2026, 3:00:00 PM PDT
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NASA science faces 'very serious threat' from new White House budget, experts say
"This is the least transparent NASA budget request I've ever seen — and I've literally looked through every single one since 1960."
4/13/2026, 1:00:00 PM PDT
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Huge Northrop Grumman Cygnus XL cargo ship arrives at space station
The uncrewed Northrop Grumman Cygnus XL spacecraft, the S.S. Steven R. Nagel, arrived at the International Space Station on Monday (April 13), bringing with it about 11,000 pounds of supplies.
4/13/2026, 10:31:19 AM PDT
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How Artemis 2 commander Reid Wiseman saved the mission's moon mascot: 'It's hard not to love this little guy. I can't let Rise out of my sight'
Rise joined the Artemis 2 crew as a mascot of the moon, bearing 5.6 million names. But the mascot quickly took on a new meaning.
4/13/2026, 10:04:45 AM PDT
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Artemis 2 astronauts celebrate successful return to Earth | Space photo of the day for April 13, 2026
Artemis 2's Victor Glover and Christina Koch are all smiles after splashdown.
4/13/2026, 8:54:43 AM PDT
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Artemis 2: Our favorite photos from NASA's historic moon mission
The Artemis 2 mission to the moon beamed back some incredible photos, and we've rounded up the best ones.
4/13/2026, 6:58:48 AM PDT
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'God of Chaos' asteroid Apophis will blaze across the sky on April 13, 2029 — here's why this once-in-a-lifetime event is worth traveling for
A rare stargazing spectacle will unfold on Friday, April 13, 2029, as the asteroid Apophis passes closer than satellites over Europe and Africa in a true once-in-a-lifetime event.
4/13/2026, 5:00:00 AM PDT
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A worst-case solar storm could knock out satellites, GPS and power grids, report warns
Scientists outline how a once-in-a-century solar storm could disrupt the technology modern society depends on.
4/13/2026, 3:00:00 AM PDT
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From spa to boat party: 10 epic events for the Aug. 12, 2026, total solar eclipse in Spain and Iceland
Experience the Aug. 12, 2026 total solar eclipse from Spain and Iceland with festivals, spa sessions and skywatching events along the path of totality.
4/12/2026, 6:00:00 AM PDT
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This Week In Space podcast: Episode 205 — All About Artemis
On Episode 205 of This Week In Space, Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik discuss the flight of Artemis 2.
4/11/2026, 6:05:39 AM PDT
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SpaceX launches huge 'Cygnus XL' cargo ship carrying over 5 tons of supplies to ISS astronauts (video)
Northrop Grumman's second "Cygnus XL" cargo ship launched toward the International Space Station on Saturday morning (April 11).
4/11/2026, 4:31:53 AM PDT
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Artemis 3 and beyond: What's next for NASA after Artemis 2 moon success
NASA doesn't plan to rest on its laurels after the historic success of its Artemis 2 moon mission. Here are the agency's ambitious plans for Earth's nearest neighbor.
4/11/2026, 3:00:00 AM PDT
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NEAF 2026 returns to New York this weekend with all-star astronaut lineup and 'world's largest' space expo
Thousands of enthusiasts, professionals and curious skywatchers will gather this weekend for the world’s largest and most spectacular astronomy and space expo.
4/10/2026, 12:00:00 PM PDT
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The Artemis 2 astronauts saw a rare solar eclipse from beyond the moon. Here's what it looked like
A newly released NASA timelapse reveals the moon crossing the sun as seen from deep space, giving the Artemis 2 crew a rare extended view of totality and the solar corona.
4/10/2026, 10:18:28 AM PDT
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Why I'm hunting for Comet PanSTARRS right now — before it's too late
A rare long-period comet is here — here's how to find comet C/2025 R3 (PanSTARRS) before sunrise this April, with key dates, viewing tips and the best mornings to look.
4/10/2026, 10:00:00 AM PDT
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'They’re not shipping cows up to Mars': 'For All Mankind' creators talk scientific accuracy and colonial inspirations behind season 5 (interview)
We chat with "For All Mankind" creators Ben Nedivi and Matt Wolbert about season 5's dramatic arc, scientific accuracy, and real-world parallels.
4/10/2026, 8:00:00 AM PDT
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Artemis 2 spies a crescent Earth above the moon's horizon | Space photo of the day for April 10, 2026
Earth shines above the lunar horizon in a new Artemis 2 photo.
4/10/2026, 7:05:52 AM PDT
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Ripples in spacetime may have revealed 1st evidence of tiny black holes born in the Big Bang
Gravitational waves may have provided the first tantalizing evidence of tiny primordial black holes born during the Big Bang, which could account for dark matter.
4/10/2026, 6:00:00 AM PDT
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Watch NASA's Artemis 2 astronauts return to Earth live online today (April 10)
Live coverage of Artemis 2's splashdown begins this evening as four astronauts return from their historic 10-day mission around the moon.
4/10/2026, 3:45:00 AM PDT
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Where will NASA's Artemis 2 moon astronauts make their splashdown today?
The Artemis 2 astronauts will return to Earth this evening (April 10) with a splashdown in the Pacific Ocean. Here's where they'll hit the water, and why that spot was chosen.
4/10/2026, 3:30:00 AM PDT
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What time is NASA's Artemis 2 splashdown today? Full schedule
Artemis 2 splashes down on April 10. Here's everything you need to know.
4/10/2026, 3:15:00 AM PDT
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Today is splashdown day for Artemis 2 moon astronauts — What to expect at each stage of reentry & landing (timeline)
It's splashdown day for NASA's Artemis 2 moon astronauts. Here's what to expect at every stage.
4/10/2026, 3:00:00 AM PDT
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The Artemis 2 astronauts got a private 'Project Hail Mary' screening before launch. Here's their verdict
'We all thought that movie was really uplifting and inspiring.'
4/9/2026, 2:00:00 PM PDT
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Crew of tiny worms readies for April 11 launch to International Space Station
A crew of tiny worms will spend six months aboard the International Space Station, helping researchers better understand how long-term spaceflight affects human astronauts.
4/9/2026, 12:00:00 PM PDT
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'It probably will start a precedent': Why satellite company's withholding of Iran imagery has this expert worried
In response to a request from the U.S. government, Planet Labs made a decision not to share photos of Iran as well as the larger conflict region in the Middle East indefinitely
4/9/2026, 10:32:01 AM PDT
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A house-size asteroid is heading toward Earth tonight: Here's what you need to know
The asteroid is on the European Space Agency's Risk List, but poses no threat to Earth or the moon during the close approach.
4/9/2026, 10:00:00 AM PDT