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A 'rampaging lion' nebula roars to life in a stunning deep-space photo

The Lion Nebula is located 10,000 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cepheus

Space

Space junk strike on China's astronaut capsule highlights need for a space rescue service, experts say

The space-debris strike on China's Shenzhou 20 spacecraft is a wake-up call, say advocates of a space rescue capability — and also a call for an organization to shape that capacity.

Space

'We were genuinely astonished': This moss survived 9 months outside the International Space Station and could still grow on Earth

"This study demonstrates the astonishing resilience of life that originated on Earth."

Space

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'It was an incredible moment.' Skydiver plunges across the face of the sun jaw-dropping astrophotographer photo

Astrophotographer Andrew McCarthy captured skydiver Gabe Brown falling across the sun in this precisely planned aircraft alignment, solar altitude, and jump, resulting in the striking image “The Fall of Icarus.”

Space

Two UK clinical trials to assess impact of puberty blockers in young people

Multi-year studies announced after Cass review found ‘insufficient evidence’ about effects on children with gender dysphoria

The Guardian - UK

Scientists get 1st good look at a 'vampire star' feeding on its victim

"If you were able to stand somewhat close to the white dwarf's pole, you would see a column of gas stretching 2,000 miles into the sky, and then fanning outward."

Space

'Like a mermaid swimming through a sea of auroras': ISS astronauts photograph 2 comets dancing above the northern lights

"That moment feels as enjoyable as heading out on a date."

Space

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Other lives: Science communicator who played a key role in the growth of hands-on centres in the UK

The Guardian - UK

Astronomers finally explain the strange physics of ghostly 'radio relics' in space

A new set of computer simulations may finally explain several long-standing mysteries surrounding gigantic radio "relics" that appear when galaxy clusters collide.

Space

Lawmakers call on NASA inspector general to investigate Goddard Space Flight Center as agency defends campus closures: Exclusive

The fight over NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center trudges on, as lawmakers on Capitol Hill call for a formal investigation into the closing of critical campus facilities during the government shutdown.

Space

Missing 'Alien: Earth' already? 'The Thing' could be the extraterrestrial horror flick you're looking for

John Carpenter's Antarctica-set sci-fi classic clearly had a significant influence on "Alien: Earth".

Space

Your cats are killers – and scientists have thousands of videos to prove it

Around a third of American homes have a feline family member

The Independent UK

NASA astronaut shows how to 'weigh' yourself in space | On the ISS this week Nov. 17-21, 2025

From measuring one's mass to boosting the almost 1 million pounds that comprise the entire orbiting complex, the Expedition 73 crew aboard the International Space Station had a busy week in Earth orbit.

Space

SpaceX's 1st 'Version 3' Super Heavy Starship booster buckles under pressure during initial tests

SpaceX began testing the newest version of its Starship Super Heavy booster overnight Thursday (Nov. 20), but by Friday morning (Nov. 21), it was clear those tests did not go as planned.

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Rocket Lab launches mystery satellite for 'confidential commercial customer' (video)

Rocket Lab launched a satellite for a "confidential commercial customer" on Thursday morning (Nov. 20), just a few hours after giving notice of the impending liftoff.

Space

How did this 20-light-year-wide 'Diamond Ring' form in space? Maybe a cosmic bubble burst

"All that remained was the particular flat shape."

Space

Earth just got hit by a stealth solar storm no one saw coming

The quiet arrival offers another indication that the sun is moving into the declining phase of its 11-year cycle.

Space

NASA’s Artemis 2 moon rocket comes together | Space photo of the day for Nov. 21, 2025

The Orion crew module gets stacked onto the Space Launch System in preparation for the upcoming Artemis 2 mission in early 2026.

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The Independent UK

Low doses of these popular drugs can reverse ageing, scientists say

Researchers say findings provide evidence for ‘comprehensive body-wide anti-aging strategy’

Space

James Webb Space Telescope spots a gassy baby galaxy throwing a tantrum in the early universe

The astronomers estimate that this galaxy will deplete itself of gas in only a few hundred million years.

The Independent UK

Scientists perplexed to find lions producing whole new type of roar

Researchers use AI to identify new ‘intermediary roar’

Space

SpaceX launches the 100th mission of the year from Florida's Space Coast (video)

SpaceX launched 29 of its Starlink internet satellites tonight (Nov. 20), on the 100th mission of the year to take off from Florida's Space Coast.

Space

Rocket returned, lightly used: Why Blue Origin's landed New Glenn booster is so clean

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket remained strikingly clean and white after two trips through Earth's atmosphere last week. Here's why the booster stayed largely char-free.

The Independent UK

Watch these haunting stretchy bloodworms invert their own organs

The wriggly, copper-fanged marine worms could help advance the future of soft robotics, researchers say

Space

James Webb Space Telescope spots rapidly feeding supermassive black hole in the infant universe: 'This discovery is truly remarkable.'

"This challenges our understanding of black hole and galaxy formation in the early universe."

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