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'Once Upon a Time in Space': How to watch PBS's out-of-this-world astronaut documentary

By Jeff Spry Published 14 July 26

'It's like you’re going to Oz. It's glimmering, it's beautiful'

Russia launches NASA astronaut Anil Menon and 2 cosmonauts to the International Space Station

By Mike Wall Last updated 14 July 26

NASA astronaut Anil Menon and two cosmonauts launched toward the International Space Station atop a Russian rocket at 10:47 a.m. EDT on Tuesday (July 14), and docked just three hours later.

1st-ever X-rays in space offer hope for possible patients headed to the moon

By Keith Cooper Published 14 July 26

A portable X-ray device has been used successfully in orbit for the first time, promising X-ray diagnosis of everything from broken bones to ripped spacesuits and damaged satellites.

This cosmic 'lighthouse' is blazing a magnetic trail through the Milky Way

By Samantha Mathewson Published 14 July 26

Scientists have directly measured the magnetic field surrounding the speedy neutron star for the first time.

SpaceX Starship Flight 13 launch updates: Super Heavy booster rolled back for final checkouts

By Josh Dinner Last updated 14 July 26

SpaceX is progressing toward Starship's next big test launch.

Honeycomb structures spotted on Mars | Space photo of the day for July 14, 2026

By Chelsea Gohd Published 14 July 26

What could we be looking at?

Best telescopes 2026: View planets, stars and galaxies

By Gemma Lavender Last updated 14 July 26

Buying Guide These are the best telescopes for stargazing, with top models from Celestron, Unistellar and more, rigorously tested by our experts.

How to watch SpaceX launch Starship Flight 13 on July 16

By Samantha Mathewson Published 14 July 26

SpaceX's 13th Starship test flight will carry out the first deployment of Starlink V3 satellites while testing booster recovery and upgraded flight systems in a key step toward operational missions.

The biggest skywatching day of 2026 is coming. Here's what you'll see in North America and Europe

By Jamie Carter Published 14 July 26

Whether you're in Spain, Iceland, the U.K. or North America, here's exactly what you'll see in the sky on Aug. 12 — and when to look.

The best DJI Drones you can buy 2026

By James Abbott Last updated 14 July 26

Gift guide Looking to get into drone flying or upgrade from an old model? DJI is one of the most trusted names in drone manufacturer and we've picked out the company's best.