Voyager 1: NASA may have just managed to save its historic spacecraft
Voyager 1 and 2 launched in 1977 and are NASA’s oldest and most distant robotic space travelers. An issue with Voyager 1’s code that began in November meant the spacecraft was unable to send back data from interstellar space. After some creative engineering to find a solution, Voyager teams got the first usable data from the spacecraft on April 20.
Voyager 1 and 2 launched in 1977 and are NASA’s oldest and most distant robotic space travelers. An issue with Voyager 1’s code that began in November meant the spacecraft was unable to send back data from interstellar space. After some creative engineering to find a solution, Voyager teams got the first usable data from the spacecraft on April 20.
Lyrid meteor shower 2024: When and where to look up
Known for fast and bright meteors, the Lyrid meteor shower is active during late April.
Known for fast and bright meteors, the Lyrid meteor shower is active during late April.
New monster Milky Way black hole once-in-a-lifetime discovery, scientists say
European scientists say they have discovered the biggest stellar black hole yet in the Milky Way, less than 2,000 light-years from Earth.
European scientists say they have discovered the biggest stellar black hole yet in the Milky Way, less than 2,000 light-years from Earth.
NASA to send drone-like lander to explore Saturn’s moon, Titan
The rotorcraft lander, named Dragonfly, is set to launch in July 2028.
The rotorcraft lander, named Dragonfly, is set to launch in July 2028.
NASA confirms mystery object that crashed through Florida home came from space station
A strange item that hurtled through a Naples man's home was a piece of space hardware discarded from the International Space Station, NASA confirmed on Monday.
A strange item that hurtled through a Naples man's home was a piece of space hardware discarded from the International Space Station, NASA confirmed on Monday.
NASA seeks new ideas for Mars sample return mission due to budget constraints
The current Mars sample return plan would cause NASA to take funds from other planned missions. The space agency is seeking an alternate plan for getting Mars samples back in the 2030s and for less than $7 billion.
The current Mars sample return plan would cause NASA to take funds from other planned missions. The space agency is seeking an alternate plan for getting Mars samples back in the 2030s and for less than $7 billion.
6 things to know about the first space shuttle flight
Back on April 12, 1981, the space shuttle roared to life for the first time. Columbia lifted off from Kennedy Space Center carrying two astronauts – a moonwalker, John Young, and a rookie, Bob Crippen.
Back on April 12, 1981, the space shuttle roared to life for the first time. Columbia lifted off from Kennedy Space Center carrying two astronauts – a moonwalker, John Young, and a rookie, Bob Crippen.
US, Japan announce joint venture for Moon exploration
The pressurized rover will be in addition to one in development by U.S. companies that is expected to be in operation by 2030. The last lunar vehicle to be used on the Moon happened during the Apollo 17 mission in 1972.
The pressurized rover will be in addition to one in development by U.S. companies that is expected to be in operation by 2030. The last lunar vehicle to be used on the Moon happened during the Apollo 17 mission in 1972.
Delta IV Heavy rocket successfully launches for final time from Florida
A United Launch Alliance (ULA) Delta IV Heavy rocket successfully launched the NROL-70 mission for the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) for the final time on Tuesday afternoon. The rocket launched at 12:53 p.m. from Space Launch Complex-37 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Central Florida.
A United Launch Alliance (ULA) Delta IV Heavy rocket successfully launched the NROL-70 mission for the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) for the final time on Tuesday afternoon. The rocket launched at 12:53 p.m. from Space Launch Complex-37 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Central Florida.
Astronauts get eerie view of Moon’s shadow as it trudges across Earth during solar eclipse
The astronauts living and working on the International Space Station orbit the Earth about every 90 minutes, witnessing 16 sunrises and sunsets day, along with up to five eclipses a year.
The astronauts living and working on the International Space Station orbit the Earth about every 90 minutes, witnessing 16 sunrises and sunsets day, along with up to five eclipses a year.
Canceled Texas Eclipse Festival leaves travelers scrambling
Travelers were left scrambling after the Texas Eclipse Festival at Revielle Peak Ranch was canceled due to severe weather.
Travelers were left scrambling after the Texas Eclipse Festival at Revielle Peak Ranch was canceled due to severe weather.
Solar eclipse: Thousands gather at Lake Buchanan for celestial event
Central Texans and visitors gathered at Black Rock Park at Lake Buchanan to watch the total solar eclipse.
Central Texans and visitors gathered at Black Rock Park at Lake Buchanan to watch the total solar eclipse.
Solar eclipse leads to increase in traffic on major Texas roads
With thousands of people coming into Central Texas for the total solar eclipse, TxDOT prepared for increased traffic to come along with it.
With thousands of people coming into Central Texas for the total solar eclipse, TxDOT prepared for increased traffic to come along with it.
Solar eclipse 2024: Thousands gather at Long Center
Thousands traveled from near and far to watch the total solar eclipse together and share a once-in-a-lifetime moment at the Long Center.
Thousands traveled from near and far to watch the total solar eclipse together and share a once-in-a-lifetime moment at the Long Center.
CapMetro hosts 'Eclipse-nic' at Leander rail station
CapMetro's Leander rail station held a solar eclipse viewing party on Monday.
CapMetro's Leander rail station held a solar eclipse viewing party on Monday.
2024 eclipse: See photos of the celestial event
Millions of spectators along a narrow corridor stretching from Mexico to the U.S. to Canada witnessed the celestial event.
Millions of spectators along a narrow corridor stretching from Mexico to the U.S. to Canada witnessed the celestial event.
I looked at the eclipse without glasses; now what?
Looking at a solar eclipse without glasses is dangerous. If you think you sustained eye damage, visit an eye doctor as soon as possible.
Looking at a solar eclipse without glasses is dangerous. If you think you sustained eye damage, visit an eye doctor as soon as possible.
When is the next solar eclipse?
You don't have to wait two decades for the next eclipse - if you're willing to travel.
You don't have to wait two decades for the next eclipse - if you're willing to travel.
Eclipse glasses alternatives: How to watch the eclipse without eclipse glasses
DIY eclipse glasses aren't an option, but if you're still googling "where to find eclipse glasses near me," here are some alternatives.
DIY eclipse glasses aren't an option, but if you're still googling "where to find eclipse glasses near me," here are some alternatives.
Eclipse phases: What are Baily's Beads, Diamond Ring?
The final moments before totality include displays of light known as Baily's Beads and the Diamond Ring.
The final moments before totality include displays of light known as Baily's Beads and the Diamond Ring.