The James Webb Space Telescope keeps on delivering out-of-this-world images of our solar system. Just six months after it captured striking images of Neptune and …
Read moreScientists just captured a rare image of Uranus’ rings
NASA astronaut Frank Rubio is set to break the record for the longest-ever space mission conducted by an American astronaut — by accident. Rubio traveled …
Read moreNASA astronaut set to break record for longest time in space
Five planets are expected to move into a rare alignment in June, and observant watchers on Earth will be able to see it all. For …
Read moreHow to see 5 planets aligned in the sky during June
Caleb Anderson is not even a teenager yet, but he’s already a sophomore in college. The 12-year-old Marietta, Georgia, resident is working toward an associate …
Read more12-year-old who started reading at 6 months old is already in college
Astronaut Jeanette Epps got some exciting news from NASA earlier this week when the space agency announced Epps will be heading out on a long-term …
A new, multi-hued map of the moon finally brings together older and newer maps and data about the moon’s geologic makeup into one consistent and …
If the thought of heading to the beach or to Walt Disney World leaves you feeling underwhelmed, how about a trip to Mars? Well, kind …
The 50th anniversary of the moon landing may have come and gone in July, but that’s not stopping Twinkies from coming out with a brand-new …
Read moreWhere to find these limited-edition Moonberry Twinkies
It has been almost exactly 50 years since astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin first set foot on the moon as part of the Apollo …
Read moreOreo’s Marshmallow Moon cookies are here for a limited time
Looking up at the night sky is a fun family activity, especially during the warm summer months. And this June, amateur astronomers will get an …
Read moreJupiter will be so close to the Earth, you’ll be able to see it with binoculars
The new year on Earth began with a record-setting space mission 4 billion miles away — a first look at an object on the edge …
Read moreNASA shared an incredible image from the edge of the solar system
Ever wondered what it would be like to spend a winter on Mars? Thanks to a new photo that was recently released, we now have …
Read moreThis Ice-Filled Crater On Mars Looks Like A Skating Rink
In just a couple of years, stargazers might have a new object to track in the night sky — as long as they’re gazing up …
Read moreThis country wants to launch an artificial moon to replace streetlamps
On Jan. 28, 1986, the U.S. space shuttle Challenger exploded just 73 seconds after lift-off from Cape Canaveral, Florida. All seven crew on board were killed. …
Read moreMichelle Williams to play astronaut Christa McAuliffe in Challenger movie
People have been tracking aurora-like ribbons of purple and white light in the northernmost latitudes since 2015. But according to new research, the celestial phenomenon …
Read moreHere’s what you need to know about the purple ribbon in the sky named ‘Steve’
The Perseid meteor shower is one of the best and brightest showers all year long, and it’s one we can count on every August. This …
Read moreThe Perseid meteor shower this month is set to be extraordinary
Mars is about to be the closest it’s been to Earth since 2003, giving us Earthlings the best view of the Red Planet in 15 …
Reading books to your kids is a great way both to bond and to foster a love of reading. But have you really done all you …
Read moreYour kids can watch astronauts read popular books from space
It’s been 49 years since America first put a man on the moon, and now a new milestone is in motion. As early as 2019, …
Read moreLive-streaming HD video from the moon’s surface may be available by 2019
How cool would it be to actually touch the sun? Well, now you can—kind of. If you submit your name using this online form, it will …
Stephen Hawking will forever be remembered for his discoveries, accomplishments, wit and so much more. Hawking passed away on March 14 at the age of …
Read moreReactions to Stephen Hawking’s death prove how truly beloved he was
Winter in Michigan isn’t what you’d call “welcoming.” It’s cold, snowy and you pretty much don’t want to leave your house most days. And that …
Read moreA meteor fireball explosion lit up the night sky—and the videos are so cool
From a supermoon to Harvest and Beaver moons to the solar eclipse, 2017 was a pretty good year for sky watchers. But 2018 is starting out …
Read moreGet Ready To See The First Blue Moon Eclipse In 150 Years
What did you dream of becoming at 11 years old? If you ask Luciana Vega, this determined girl will tell you she’s an aspiring astronaut …
Read moreAmerican Girl introduces 2018 Girl of the Year Luciana Vega
At a time when many people are admiring holiday lights displays throughout their neighborhoods, Mother Nature is about to give even the most ambitious decorators …
Read moreThere’s going to be a fantastic meteor shower tonight
Even if you’re someone who’s not massively into weddings, you’ll want to take a peek at CNN reporter Rachel Crane’s recent nuptials. The space and …
Mathematician Katherine Johnson’s contributions to NASA’s early space missions were crucial to their success. The world virtually ignored the African-American woman’s work for decades until …
Read moreNASA Opens Building Dedicated To The Hero Of ‘Hidden Figures’
Chances are you haven’t heard of astronaut Peggy Whitson, but her name should be as commonly known as Neil Armstrong’s and Buzz Aldrin’s. Whitson just …
Read more5 inspiring facts about female astronaut Peggy Whitson
Want to see something spectacular in the sky this summer? Beyond the upcoming total solar eclipse, August will also bring the annual Perseid meteor shower. …
Read moreHow to get the best view of the Perseid meteor shower
We’re not the only planet that experiences seasonal changes, evidently. NASA’s Cassini spacecraft took these shots of Saturn’s north pole region between 2012 and 2016, …
Read moreSaturn Seems To Be Changing Colors: Here’s What Scientists Think Is Happening
These days, we generally know what’s good and bad for us, not like back in the eighties. More fruits and veggies, less meat, exercise, outdoor time, …
Read moreHere’s Why ‘Me Time’ Is Critical To Maintaining Happiness [INFOGRAPHIC]
Have a small space but still want to class it up with a spot to put a lamp or a drink? Look no further than …
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