Orionid Meteor Shower peaks this weekend as Earth passes through Halley's Comet dust
While Halley's Comet only becomes visible to Earth every 76 years, the planet passes through the comet dust every October, providing the source for the spectacular Orionid Meteor Shower.
While Halley's Comet only becomes visible to Earth every 76 years, the planet passes through the comet dust every October, providing the source for the spectacular Orionid Meteor Shower.
Prada to design spacesuits for NASA's Artemis III lunar mission
Axiom Space revealed prototypes of the AxEMU spacesuits earlier this year. Now, Prada engineers will join the team working throughout the design process on the Artemis III spacesuits.
Axiom Space revealed prototypes of the AxEMU spacesuits earlier this year. Now, Prada engineers will join the team working throughout the design process on the Artemis III spacesuits.
Southwest offers flights to view 2024 total solar eclipse from the sky
On April 8, 2024, there will be flights scheduled in the direct and partial paths of the total solar eclipse.
On April 8, 2024, there will be flights scheduled in the direct and partial paths of the total solar eclipse.
Watch: 'Ring of fire' solar eclipse stretches from Oregon to Brazil
Today's solar eclipse is known as a "ring of fire" eclipse for the bright, blazing border that appears around the moon for as much as five minutes.
Today's solar eclipse is known as a "ring of fire" eclipse for the bright, blazing border that appears around the moon for as much as five minutes.
Solar eclipse: Photos and videos of the 'ring of fire' from across central Texas
Viewer photos and videos illustrate Saturday's annular solar eclipse, the rare celestial phenomenon that was on display across central Texas.
Viewer photos and videos illustrate Saturday's annular solar eclipse, the rare celestial phenomenon that was on display across central Texas.
Solar eclipse: Where, when and how to see the 'ring of fire' this weekend
The annular solar eclipse will be passing over central Texas this weekend! Learn more about the eclipse, when and where you can see it, and where you can go to get eclipse glasses and celebrate the phenomenon.
The annular solar eclipse will be passing over central Texas this weekend! Learn more about the eclipse, when and where you can see it, and where you can go to get eclipse glasses and celebrate the phenomenon.
NASA touches down in Kerrville for annular solar eclipse
NASA’s Chief Scientist Kate Calvin flew to Kerrville for a special live broadcast that will take place as the moon almost fully blocks the sun.
NASA’s Chief Scientist Kate Calvin flew to Kerrville for a special live broadcast that will take place as the moon almost fully blocks the sun.
How to view the annular solar eclipse safely
For the first time in 11 years, an annular solar eclipse will be visible from North America, including Central Texas, Saturday, Oct. 14. An optometrist tells us how to safely observe this phenomenon.
For the first time in 11 years, an annular solar eclipse will be visible from North America, including Central Texas, Saturday, Oct. 14. An optometrist tells us how to safely observe this phenomenon.
NASA and SpaceX targeting Oct. 13 to launch mission to metallic asteroid Psyche
NASA is preparing to launch another asteroid mission next week called Psyche.
NASA is preparing to launch another asteroid mission next week called Psyche.
See how much of the partial solar eclipse will be visible in your city
Nearly every community in North, Central and South America will see the eclipse, with the U.S. being one of the premier destinations to see the sights.
Nearly every community in North, Central and South America will see the eclipse, with the U.S. being one of the premier destinations to see the sights.
NASA finds water, building blocks of life in largest-ever asteroid sample
According to NASA, this material serves as a time capsule from the earliest days of the solar system.
According to NASA, this material serves as a time capsule from the earliest days of the solar system.
College football games face challenges from Saturday’s annular solar eclipse
Saturday's annual solar eclipse will occur when thousands of college football fans are gathered to watch their teams on the field.
Saturday's annual solar eclipse will occur when thousands of college football fans are gathered to watch their teams on the field.
Solar eclipse: Texas prepares for 'ring of fire' Oct. 14
In the U.S., the eclipse will start in Oregon and end in Texas. In San Antonio, it will start at about 11:52 a.m. and end at about 11:56 a.m.
In the U.S., the eclipse will start in Oregon and end in Texas. In San Antonio, it will start at about 11:52 a.m. and end at about 11:56 a.m.
Solar eclipse forecast: Southwest likely to have best viewing conditions for October 'ring of fire'
Here's a look at the forecast along the entire eclipse path, which stretches from coastal Oregon to the Gulf Coast of Texas.
Here's a look at the forecast along the entire eclipse path, which stretches from coastal Oregon to the Gulf Coast of Texas.
NASA Apollo 16 mission item hits auction market, expected to go for nearly $750K
The one-of-a-kind shovel was used to scoop up over 200 pounds of moon samples.
The one-of-a-kind shovel was used to scoop up over 200 pounds of moon samples.
UT Austin, Air Force collaborate to make space research safer
America is seeing a resurgence of interest in space. Now, UT Austin researchers are partnering with the Air Force to make space safer.
America is seeing a resurgence of interest in space. Now, UT Austin researchers are partnering with the Air Force to make space safer.
‘Ring of fire’ solar eclipse viewer: How to build your own from a cereal box
For those who can't get their hands on a pair of eclipse glasses, there is an alternative to the fancy specs: a DIY projection box.
For those who can't get their hands on a pair of eclipse glasses, there is an alternative to the fancy specs: a DIY projection box.
Solar eclipse, Orionid meteor shower make October skygazing forecast a standout
Throughout the month, the Moon will make an excellent partner for several planets appearing bright in the night sky.
Throughout the month, the Moon will make an excellent partner for several planets appearing bright in the night sky.
NASA Mars rover spies 200-foot-wide dust devil moving across red planet's surface
A new compilation of images from NASA’s Perseverance Mars Rover appears to show a dust devil twister dancing across the surface of the red planet, about 2.5 miles away from the six-wheeled geologist.
A new compilation of images from NASA’s Perseverance Mars Rover appears to show a dust devil twister dancing across the surface of the red planet, about 2.5 miles away from the six-wheeled geologist.
How to safely watch a solar eclipse
With solar eclipses happening across the U.S. in 2023 and 2024, it's time to prepare to look at the Sun – with proper eye protection or filters.
With solar eclipses happening across the U.S. in 2023 and 2024, it's time to prepare to look at the Sun – with proper eye protection or filters.