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Bad news for life on Mars? Red Planet's wet epoch may have been shorter than we thought

Water freely flowed across Mars billions of years ago, suggesting the Red Planet could also once have supported life. But this water may have existed ...

Bad news for life on Mars? Red Planet's wet epoch may have been shorter than we thought

New NASA astronauts 'thrilled' to see 1st Boeing Starliner crew launch in May (exclusive)

A new NASA astronaut class finished training in March, just in time to watch a new spacecraft take flight. Boeing's Starliner is expected to fly its f...

New NASA astronauts 'thrilled' to see 1st Boeing Starliner crew launch in May (exclusive)

Scientists may finally know why this infamous supernova wears a 'string of pearls'

SN 1987A is ringed by a strange string of hydrogen pearls that have puzzled astronomers for a long time, but researchers may finally have an explanati...

Scientists may finally know why this infamous supernova wears a 'string of pearls'

SpaceX's Starship will go interstellar someday, Elon Musk says

A future, more advanced version of SpaceX's Starship megarocket will travel to other star systems, according to Elon Musk.

SpaceX's Starship will go interstellar someday, Elon Musk says

Thomas Stafford, NASA astronaut who led Apollo-Soyuz joint mission, dies at 93

Former NASA astronaut Thomas Stafford, who flew to the moon before leading the first international space mission carried out by the United States and ...

Thomas Stafford, NASA astronaut who led Apollo-Soyuz joint mission, dies at 93

Mysterious 'unparticles' may be pushing the universe apart, new theoretical study suggests

New theoretical research suggests that a mysterious form of matter called "unparticles" could be the driving force behind the expansion of the univers...

Mysterious 'unparticles' may be pushing the universe apart, new theoretical study suggests

SpaceX to launch 30th cargo mission to the ISS for NASA this week

SpaceX is scheduled to launch its 30th operational cargo mission to the International Space Station for NASA on Thursday (March 21).

SpaceX to launch 30th cargo mission to the ISS for NASA this week

Why I'm going to Rochester NY to see my 1st-ever total solar eclipse

Here's why I am heading to Rochester, NY, to watch the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024. Visitors can expect a fun-filled few days at the ROC the ...

Why I'm going to Rochester NY to see my 1st-ever total solar eclipse

How long would it take to walk around Mars?

In this space mysteries piece we take a look at how long it would take to walk around Mars and what factors would affect journey time.

How long would it take to walk around Mars?

Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II vs Canon RF 15-35mm f/2.8 L IS USM

We're comparing the wide-angle zoom lenses in each brand's 'Holy Trinity' lineup to find out which one is worth your money.

Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II vs Canon RF 15-35mm f/2.8 L IS USM

Sleeping subduction zone could awaken and form a new 'Ring of Fire' that swallows the Atlantic Ocean

A modeling study suggests a slumbering subduction zone below the Gibraltar Strait is active and could break into the Atlantic Ocean in 20 million year...

Sleeping subduction zone could awaken and form a new 'Ring of Fire' that swallows the Atlantic Ocean

Lego Creator 3-in-1 Space Astronaut review

Space.com's review of the Lego Creator 3-in-1 Space Astronaut kit. Has there ever been a Lego set more perfect for space fans?

Lego Creator 3-in-1 Space Astronaut review

Who are the Witches of Dathomir in 'Star Wars'?

Intrigued by the Witches of Dathomir from Star Wars: Ahsoka? Here's all you need to know.

Who are the Witches of Dathomir in 'Star Wars'?

NASA's 'Snap It!' computer game teaches kids about solar eclipses

NASA has launched a new computer game to help kids learn about solar eclipses ahead of April 8 when the moon's shadow will sweep across North America....

NASA's 'Snap It!' computer game teaches kids about solar eclipses

Mercury slammed by gargantuan eruption from the sun's hidden far side, possibly triggering 'X-ray auroras'

A gigantic plasma eruption from the sun's hidden far side recently launched a sizable coronal mass ejection that slammed into Mercury, potentially tri...

Mercury slammed by gargantuan eruption from the sun's hidden far side, possibly triggering 'X-ray auroras'

This Week In Space podcast: Episode 102 — A New Volcano on Mars!

On Episode 102 of This Week In Space, Rod and Tariq talk with Dr. Pascal Lee about the intriguing features he and his associates found on Mars.

This Week In Space podcast: Episode 102 — A New Volcano on Mars!

'3 Body Problem:' How Netflix's sci-fi saga employs the famous Wow! SETI signal

An explanation of the Wow! signal as used in the new Netflix sci-fi series, "3 Body Problem."

'3 Body Problem:' How Netflix's sci-fi saga employs the famous Wow! SETI signal

Solar eclipse 2024 weather prospects: Q&A with an expert

It's still too early to know what the weather will be like across the path of totality for the April 8 total solar eclipse, but one expert shares more...

Solar eclipse 2024 weather prospects: Q&A with an expert

New NASA astronauts celebrate moon missions, private space stations as they get ready for liftoff (exclusive)

NASA's newest generation of astronauts have moon missions and a growing space program in their future. The 2024 class tells Space.com they are excited...

New NASA astronauts celebrate moon missions, private space stations as they get ready for liftoff (exclusive)

Hubble Telescope spies stormy weather and a shrinking Great Red Spot on Jupiter (video)

The Hubble Space Telescope's latest look at Jupiter finds writhing storms and a shrinking Great Red Spot.

Hubble Telescope spies stormy weather and a shrinking Great Red Spot on Jupiter (video)

Why do some planets have moons? A physics expert explains wh...

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Why do some planets have moons? A physics expert explains why Earth has only one moon while other planets have hundreds

Hawksmoor Just Opened a New Steakhouse in Chicago. Here’s a ...

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Hawksmoor Just Opened a New Steakhouse in Chicago. Here’s a Look Inside.

Uruguay coach Bielsa suspended for U.S. match

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Uruguay coach Bielsa suspended for U.S. match

Trump makes case for return to 'Remain in Mexico' to solve h...

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Trump makes case for return to 'Remain in Mexico' to solve historic border crisis

These Luxury Hotels Are Home to World-Class Restaurants and ...

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