Why July 9 will likely be one of the shortest days in recorded history
Today could be the shortest day you’ve ever experienced – but it’ll happen faster than the blink of an eye.
Today could be the shortest day you’ve ever experienced – but it’ll happen faster than the blink of an eye.
Astronaut photographs elusive luminous event from far above Earth
An astronaut aboard the International Space Station has shared a striking photo of what is known as a Transient Luminous Event seen above a thunderstorm over Mexico and the Desert Southwest earlier in the week.
An astronaut aboard the International Space Station has shared a striking photo of what is known as a Transient Luminous Event seen above a thunderstorm over Mexico and the Desert Southwest earlier in the week.
See our neighboring Andromeda Galaxy in a whole new light
On a clear night, some stars in the Andromeda Galaxy can be seen from Earth.
On a clear night, some stars in the Andromeda Galaxy can be seen from Earth.
July night sky highlights: Bright Mercury, full Buck Moon and a meteor shower
Skywatchers in North America can catch three major celestial events in July.
Skywatchers in North America can catch three major celestial events in July.
'Fireball' seen falling from sky over Southeast confirmed as meteor, possibly hit Georgia home
NASA confirmed a meteor entered Earth's atmosphere over Georgia, disintegrating with energy equivalent to 20 tons of TNT.
NASA confirmed a meteor entered Earth's atmosphere over Georgia, disintegrating with energy equivalent to 20 tons of TNT.
New Vera Rubin Observatory discovers 2,000 unknown asteroids within 10 hours
The Vera C. Rubin Observatory team just revealed the first images taken by the observatory.
The Vera C. Rubin Observatory team just revealed the first images taken by the observatory.
Geomagnetic Storm Watch issued with Northern Lights possible from New York to Washington state
NOAA space weather forecasts are predicting minor (G1) to moderate (G2) geomagnetic storming between Wednesday and Thursday based on NOAA's five-level scale.
NOAA space weather forecasts are predicting minor (G1) to moderate (G2) geomagnetic storming between Wednesday and Thursday based on NOAA's five-level scale.
SpaceX explosion: Starship explodes prior to static fire test at Starbase facility
Officials say a SpaceX's Starship suffered a catastrophic failure and exploded just after 11 p.m. Wednesday prior to a static fire test.
Officials say a SpaceX's Starship suffered a catastrophic failure and exploded just after 11 p.m. Wednesday prior to a static fire test.
Honda joins space race with successful reusable rocket test
Honda has entered the space race with the successful launch and landing of a reusable rocket, marking a significant step in its space ambitions.
Honda has entered the space race with the successful launch and landing of a reusable rocket, marking a significant step in its space ambitions.
Latest SpaceX rocket launch seen over AZ skies
New videos show a SpaceX rocket launch on June 16 that was spotted over the Valley skies. The Falcon 9 rocket was carrying 26 Starlink satellites from California to be released into orbit.
New videos show a SpaceX rocket launch on June 16 that was spotted over the Valley skies. The Falcon 9 rocket was carrying 26 Starlink satellites from California to be released into orbit.
United Airlines disables Starlink on jets after cockpit-radio disruptions
United Airlines has disabled Starlink WiFi on some regional jets after pilots experienced static interference with air traffic control radios, raising concerns about Elon Musk’s growing role in U.S. infrastructure.
United Airlines has disabled Starlink WiFi on some regional jets after pilots experienced static interference with air traffic control radios, raising concerns about Elon Musk’s growing role in U.S. infrastructure.
June’s Strawberry Moon ushers in best time of year to view the Moon
As summer approaches, the Moon will appear lower along the horizon, making it easier to enjoy on evening walks. The Canadian wildfire smoke might also enhance the color.
As summer approaches, the Moon will appear lower along the horizon, making it easier to enjoy on evening walks. The Canadian wildfire smoke might also enhance the color.
Goodyear Blimp turns 100 with unique triple-blimp celebration
As anyone who grew up in Akron can tell you, it's a special day when you see the Goodyear Blimp. This week, as part of the anniversary celebration, fans have a unique chance to see three.
As anyone who grew up in Akron can tell you, it's a special day when you see the Goodyear Blimp. This week, as part of the anniversary celebration, fans have a unique chance to see three.
Northern lights could be visible again in some US states after weekend solar storms
Aurora displays known as the northern and southern lights are commonly visible near the poles, where charged particles from the sun interact with Earth's atmosphere.
Aurora displays known as the northern and southern lights are commonly visible near the poles, where charged particles from the sun interact with Earth's atmosphere.
Aurora borealis could be seen as far South as Alabama tonight: What to know
The Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, West Coast and even the deep South could be in for an aurora borealis treat Sunday night.
The Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, West Coast and even the deep South could be in for an aurora borealis treat Sunday night.
Elon Musk unveils SpaceX's latest plans for colonizing Mars
Elon Musk outlined SpaceX’s plans for flights to Mars, along with his long-term vision to establish a permanent city on the red planet.
Elon Musk outlined SpaceX’s plans for flights to Mars, along with his long-term vision to establish a permanent city on the red planet.
Strong geomagnetic storm underway with dazzling Northern Lights possible in these states Thursday
NOAA's Space Weather Prediction Center said strong (G3) geomagnetic storm levels were reached early Thursday based on NOAA's five-level scale.
NOAA's Space Weather Prediction Center said strong (G3) geomagnetic storm levels were reached early Thursday based on NOAA's five-level scale.
SpaceX Starship launch: What went wrong and what’s next for moon and Mars plans
SpaceX launched its Starship rocket again from Texas after two failed missions. While the rocket flew farther, a door malfunction scrapped the satellite release test.
SpaceX launched its Starship rocket again from Texas after two failed missions. While the rocket flew farther, a door malfunction scrapped the satellite release test.
SpaceX Starship spins out after liftoff, falls short of test flight goals
SpaceX launched Starship Tuesday evening, reaching space but failing key mission goals before breaking apart.
SpaceX launched Starship Tuesday evening, reaching space but failing key mission goals before breaking apart.
Here’s what to watch for in the early-summer night skies
While several meteor showers happen in June, most activity is not visible from Earth. Two of the more notable events are the Bootids and the Arietids.
While several meteor showers happen in June, most activity is not visible from Earth. Two of the more notable events are the Bootids and the Arietids.