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Watch SpaceX Starlink train circle Earth in amazing satellite video

A video captured by a newly launched SpaceX Starlink satellite shows us what it's like to zoom above our beautiful blue planet.

Space

A tiny 'plutino' world beyond Neptune has grown a mysterious atmosphere, and we don't know how

A trans-Neptunian object was found to possess a surprising thin atmosphere after astronomers witnessed the object occult a distant star.

Space

These 2 companies want to start removing space junk from orbit in 2027

Two private companies are partnering up to establish a repeatable debris removal service for low Earth orbit, and they want to debut it in 2027.

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NASA is making a powerful new ion engine to send astronauts to Mars — and it just passed its 1st test

A prototype ion engine that uses lithium metal vapor as a propellant has aced its first tests, achieving 25 times more power than the ion engine on the Psyche mission.

Space

NASA wants to land astronauts on the moon in 2028. Will SpaceX's Starship or Blue Origin's Blue Moon lander be ready in time?

After Artemis 2, NASA's moon return hinges on two unproven commercial landers, each of which faces major technical and timeline challenges.

Space

Weekly horoscope: Penny Thornton's astrological reading for each star sign for 5-11 May

Renowned astrologer Penny Thornton shares what the stars have in store for you this week

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James Webb Space Telescope directly studies an exoplanet's surface for the 1st time: 'We see a dark, hot, barren rock'

Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope have directly analyzed the surface of a distant super-Earth, revealing a dark, airless, Mercury-like world.

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Will the moon ruin the Eta Aquarid meteor shower this week? Here's what to know

A bright waning gibbous moon may wash out this week's Eta Aquarid meteor shower peak — but early risers could still catch a few shooting stars.

Space

Astronomers believe they've detected an atmosphere around a tiny, icy world beyond Pluto

A new study suggests that a tiny, icy world beyond Pluto harbors a thin, delicate atmosphere

The Independent UK

What's the best time to see Eta Aquarid meteors tonight?

The Eta Aquarid meteor shower peaks this week, but will you be able to see it?

Space

Why were galaxies so active in the early universe? We may be getting close to the answer

Early galaxies were star-forming machines, gobbling up gas and spitting out stars with a furious intensity. A new model helps explain why things were so different back then.

Space

Rare comet to flash through New Zealand skies – before it disappears for 170,000 years

Over the next two weeks stargazers have a chance to spot the blue-green orb and smudgy tail of comet known as C/2025 R3 PanSTARRS

The Guardian - AU

Scientists discover 27 potential new planets that orbit two stars in solar systems far, far away

On ‘Star Wars day’, researchers more than double the number of potential known ‘circumbinary’ planets like the fictional Tatooine, home to Luke Skywalker

The Guardian - AU

'It was quite a light show!' NASA astronaut spies dramatic fireball from the International Space Station (photos)

NASA astronaut Chris Williams photographed a fireball from above recently, capturing the stunning site from aboard the International Space Station.

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The Guardian - US

Nasa brought crashing down to earth as budget threat follows lunar success

Artemis II inspired the public but the Trump administration wants to slash the science underpinning human spaceflight

Space

Why do some stars become 'supernova impostors'? Astronomers still don't quite know

Astronomers call this "eruptive mass loss," and it's a stellar drama we're still trying to fully grasp.

The Independent UK

Texas residents sue Elon Musk’s SpaceX saying massive sonic booms have damaged their homes

Homeowners accuse SpaceX of gross negligence and trespassing

Evening Standard

‘Force is with us’ says King as he tours observatory in Bermuda

Charles made the remark as he was visiting a site operated by the UK Space Agency on the Caribbean island.

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SpaceX sends 45 satellites to orbit in nighttime launch from California (video)

SpaceX launched 45 satellites to orbit from California early Sunday morning (May 3), including a South Korean spacecraft that was originally supposed to fly in 2022.

Space

This Week In Space podcast: Episode 208 — Lander, Lander, Who's Got a Lander

On Episode 208 of This Week In Space, Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik talk with Space.com's Mike Wall about the risks and realities of the new space race to the moon.

Evening Standard

Charles learns of UK Space Agency project as Bermuda visit comes to an end

The King also attended a garden party at Bermuda’s Government House on Friday evening.

Space

Galaxies, Artemis 2, space telescopes and stormtroopers: Here are the best photos from our staff

Photos from around the space team.

Space

3 planets will put on a sky show in May — when and how to see them

Venus, Jupiter and Mercury headline May's skywatching, with stunning moon pairings and a three-planet display.

Space

The Eta Aquarid meteor shower peaks next week: Here's what you need to know

Shooting stars and the occasional fireball may be seen whenever the constellation Aquarius is above the horizon.

Evening Standard

Charles to end Bermuda trip by launching UK Space Agency project

During his final day in Bermuda the King will also open the new Great Bay Coast Guard Station.

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