What Would Happen If Earth Lost The Moon?
The moon's influence is huge, both for human civilization and life as a whole. Its destruction would have catastrophic consequences for Earth.
Read More-
-
NASA Launches New Mission With SpaceX To Map Space Weather
Space weather is real, and it has more of an impact on life on Earth than you may think. A new multi-pronged mission intends to learn more about it.
Read More -
Russia's Rocket Engine Development Is Stuck In A Predicament
The nations capable of space flight are increasingly turning ambitions toward the stars, but early pioneer Russia may be falling by the wayside.
Read More -
How To See The Aurora Borealis (And What The Northern Lights Actually Are)
The multicolored phenomenon known as the northern lights are an easily explained scientific reaction that typically takes place in colder climates.
Read More -
NASA's Voyager 1 Revealed A Stunning Discovery At The Edge Of Our Solar System
Voyager 1 has been exploring the cosmos for decades, but when it reached the edge of the solar system, it found something very strange and very hot.
Read More -
How Many Starlink Satellites Are In Orbit?
The number of Starlink satellites currently in orbit, and plans for a lot more, has some users excited, but is causing concern in the astronomical community.
Read More -
NASA Wants To Send AI Astronauts To Colonize Mars - Here's How
Missions to colonize Mars may not be as far away as you think, though current plans rely heavily on the burgeoning field of artificial intelligence.
Read More -
The 5 Worst Things To Ever Happen On The International Space Station
For nearly two decades, the International Space Station has been crucial to space exploration, but it hasn't been all rosy. Here are some of its worst mishaps.
Read More -
A Chinese Astronaut Heard A Sound In Space That Hasn't Been Explained In Two Decades
Space is full of mysterious sounds, some of which even have explanations. But that's far from the case when it comes to this knocking sound heard decades ago.
Read More -
Starlink Internet Speeds Are About To Get A Big Upgrade - Here's How
The FCC gave Starlink its blessing to move forward with its proposed changes, paving the way for upgraded internet speeds and a better user experience.
Read More -
Why NASA Picked An Air Force Pilot To Command Its Mars Simulation Mission
NASA's CHAPEA mission will see four volunteers living in a simulated Mars base, and leading them is an Air Force pilot, who was chosen for his unique skillset.
Read More -
The Perseverance Rover Spotted A Rock That May Be The Strongest Sign Of Ancient Life Yet
The idea of ancient life on Mars is a fascinating one, and the Perseverance rover might have found signs of it. But there are some caveats to that discovery.
Read More -
Is Amazon's Project Kuiper The First Real Starlink Alternative? Here's What We Know
Project Kuiper is in the early stages of satellite launches and demonstrations, but it's very possible it may win over Starlink customers in the future.
Read More -
Would Helicopters Work On Mars? This Study Has A Theory For Making One
Martian helicopters might seem like a sci-fi concept, as Mars' atmosphere isn't friendly to aircraft. But actually, the idea is more real than you might think.
Read More -
How Old Is Jupiter? Scientists Have A New Theory
The early solar system is still a bit of a mystery to scientists, but the secret to learning Jupiter's origins might be hidden in these tiny objects.
Read More -
5 Activities Banned On The International Space Station
Being an astronaut who works on the International Space Station is likely a fun job, but there are a few things us on Earth take for granted that are banned.
Read More -
Will Mars Really Lose One Of Its Moons?
Two moons orbit Mars, and one of them may be on a path to extinction. However, will this prediction actually come to pass? Here's more about what's happening.
Read More -
Mars' Nights Are Cloudier Than Anyone Expected, And Now Scientists Finally Have The Full Picture
Mars has cloudy nights — but why? This exciting discovery on the Red Planet has helped scientists figure out a more complete picture and explanation.
Read More -
The Largest Known Things In The Universe, Ranked By Size
The known universe is full of shockingly huge things. Here are the largest planets, stars, galaxies, and structures we've observed in the universe so far.
Read More -
These Distant Moons Have Freezing Ice Volcanoes
Scientists have long been fascinated by icy moons and their unique volcanic environments. So, a team of researchers came together to better understand them.
Read More -
How Do Black Holes Form? This New Study Offers An Answer
Black holes are among the most intriguing cosmic bodies, but we know little about their origins. The Pop III.1 model explains how they may have formed.
Read More -
What Is Space-Time? Breaking Down Einstein's Big Idea
Space and time seem like two completely different ideas, but Einstein showed they are interlinked in what is known as space-time. Here's what it means!
Read More -
Here's What Would Happen If You Fired A Gun In Space
Firing a gun in space plays out very differently from that on Earth due to some bizarre physics. Here's everything that occurs when you pull the trigger.
Read More -
Don't Miss The Sept. 21 Partial Solar Eclipse: Here's Where You Can See It
Not everyone will be able to see the partial solar eclipse on September 21, but here's where you'll need to be if you want to catch a glimpse.
Read More -
How Does NASA Add Features To Rovers Already On Mars?
Rovers explore distant planets for decades, where humans can't yet go. Here's how NASA sends updates to these rovers from miles away to keep them running.
Read More -
What Does Space Actually Smell Like? Here's What Scientists Say
Do we know what space actually smells like? And what about other planets, moons, and celestial bodies? Here's what the scientists who've been there have to say.
Read More -
Level Up Your Astronomy Gear With This Raspberry Pi System
If you love astronomy, but don't like having to juggle various apps and accessories to do it, then this Raspberry Pi system might be what you're looking for.
Read More
